Rhode Island Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence (MPJE) Practice Exam

When transferring a prescription to another pharmacy, which of the following details is NOT required on the back of the RX?

1. Name of pharmacist receiving information

2. Date of transfer

3. Phone number of the transferring pharmacy

4. DEA number of the pharmacy receiving the script

The correct answer is: Phone number of the transferring pharmacy

When transferring a prescription to another pharmacy, it is essential to document certain details to ensure proper record-keeping and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Among these, the phone number of the transferring pharmacy is not explicitly required to be documented on the back of the prescription. The name of the pharmacist receiving the information, the date of the transfer, and the DEA number of the pharmacy receiving the prescription are all critical details that need to be recorded. These items help maintain a clear chain of custody for the prescription, ensure accountability, and provide a way to track the transfer. The requirement for including the DEA number, in particular, is linked to the control of prescriptions for controlled substances, ensuring that they are handled appropriately and in compliance with the Drug Enforcement Administration regulations. Including the phone number is useful for communication purposes, but it is not mandated as part of the transfer documentation process. The focus is primarily on identifying who is taking responsibility for the prescription and when the transfer occurred, which bolsters the integrity of the transfer process.