A comprehensive on-site review of your current processes is necessary to identify areas of risk.
Federal and state laws address the need for controlled substance monitoring and reporting
Much time and energy may be devoted to monitoring for drug diversion, and once suspected,
Federal and state laws address the need for controlled substance monitoring and reporting
As Rxpert Solutions’ lead consultant, Terri Vidals has years of experience in drug diversion monitoring
For many, the holidays are a time of struggle. The reason for the struggle varies. I am hoping at least one person struggling with substance
In the fast-paced world of healthcare, where decisions can have life-altering consequences, the terms “accountability” and “responsibility” often get thrown around interchangeably. However, these two
Health Care Diversion
https://healthcarediversion.org
DEA Office of Diversion Control
https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/
International Health Facility Diversion Association
https://ihfda.org/
Opioid prescribing
https://www.teaterhs.com/
Failure to comply with obligations under the Controlled Substance Act has resulted in a settlement agreement of $4.5 million for a medical center in Texas.
In the Ransomware Trends 2021 put out by the Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HHS Cybersecurity Program), it is reported that there were a total
It’s no news that anesthesia providers have stressful and demanding jobs. Occasional signs of sleep deprivation is normal, especially for those in residency training (well,
An important component of a comprehensive diversion program is educating staff to the elements of the program. Education surrounding what diversion looks like, why prevention
Many who divert medications have rationalized or justified their behaviors. Interviewers use a method called theme development to present reasons and excuses that will serve
I am excited to announce that the video interviews that are posted on LinkedIn and YouTube each week are now in podcast format on Spotify!
Those of you with experience in the area of patient safety or medication safety may be familiar with the term second victim. For those of
Pharmacy is a world filled with regulations. The U.S. Department of Justice is just one agency enforcing some of those regulations, and they can show
Medication theft is a serious problem in facilities. It can occur for a variety of reasons, including employee substance use disorder (SUD), financial gain, and
In the world of healthcare, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients is paramount. One of the key aspects of patient care involves pain management.
Recently a Surgeon General Advisory called attention to the public health crisis of loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection in our country. U.S. Surgeon General
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