What are the two dates a prescriber must include on multiple Schedule II prescriptions under the 2007 work-around?

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What are the two dates a prescriber must include on multiple Schedule II prescriptions under the 2007 work-around?

In California’s 2007 workaround for Schedule II prescriptions, two dates must appear on prescriptions that are written for more than one fill: the date the prescription was written and the earliest date on which it may be filled. This setup shows exactly when the prescription was issued and the earliest date the pharmacist may begin dispensing, helping ensure compliant dispensing with federal and state rules. The phrase “earliest acceptable fill date” communicates the required timing clearly, so the pharmacist isn’t allowed to fill before that date. Other date combinations don’t capture this specific requirement—the rule centers on the writing date and the earliest fill date.

In California’s 2007 workaround for Schedule II prescriptions, two dates must appear on prescriptions that are written for more than one fill: the date the prescription was written and the earliest date on which it may be filled. This setup shows exactly when the prescription was issued and the earliest date the pharmacist may begin dispensing, helping ensure compliant dispensing with federal and state rules. The phrase “earliest acceptable fill date” communicates the required timing clearly, so the pharmacist isn’t allowed to fill before that date. Other date combinations don’t capture this specific requirement—the rule centers on the writing date and the earliest fill date.

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