Pharmacy Reporting Policy for Controlled Substance Loss or Theft

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:20:16 +0000
Pharmaceuticals

The Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy has issued Policy 2026-01, updating procedures for licensed pharmacies and wholesalers to report confirmed losses or thefts of controlled substances. The policy requires reporting within 7 days of confirmed losses, including those from theft, pilferage, or diversion, regardless of quantity or schedule, and significant losses of Schedule VI substances.