Veterinary Controlled Substance Recordkeeping Tips & Tricks (1 VML)

Title: Veterinary Controlled Substance Recordkeeping Tips & Tricks

Presenter: Lauren Forsythe, PharmD, MBA, DICVP

Date: March 4, 2025

Time:  3 p.m. PST, 5 p.m. CST, 6 p.m. EST

Length: 1 hour

CEC: 1 VML (Veterinary Medicolegal)

Cost: $5 Student Members/$15 Members/$25 List Price

Session Description: Controlled substance security is essential for veterinary practices, and recordkeeping is a key component of meeting all the DEA’s requirements. In fact, a single recordkeeping violation can result in a fine of up to $10,000 with those fines adding up for each additional violation. Therefore, all members of a veterinary practice must be well-versed in controlled drug security requirements including recordkeeping. This session will provide examples of why recordkeeping is a necessary component of controlled drug security, compare electronic versus paper drug logs, and discuss several recordkeeping suggestions to incorporate into different practice settings. Step-by-step directions for auditing controlled drug records and resolving discrepancies will also be covered.

Learning Objectives

1. Explain why controlled substance recordkeeping must be a priority for veterinary practices.
2. Identify recordkeeping strategies that will fit your specific practice setting.
3. List pros and cons of electronic and paper drug logs.
4. Describe how to audit controlled drug records to ensure information is accurate and complete.