Prescription drug fraud is a high-profile problem in the United States. Most coverage of this problem tends to focus on consumers who attempt to get drugs without a valid prescription, or on physicians who prescribe drugs too liberally. What happens if a pharmacist...
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Understanding prescription fraud
When you think of drug crimes, you may picture dealers lurking in alleyways. You may not think of doctors, nurses and pharmacists. Yet the National Institutes of Health reports that one of America’s most serious drug issues is prescription drug abuse. According to the...
Prescription forms and regulations combat fraud
As is the case in other professions, a pharmacist could lose his or her license for a variety of reasons related to unprofessional conduct. One example of such conduct is dispensing prescription drugs upon receiving a prescription that is fraudulent, forged or...
What are some examples of prescription fraud?
While there are many different types of fraud, the opioid crisis in the United States is causing increased cases of prescription fraud. Reuters reports that nearly 60 people in Texas currently face charges stemming from this type of crime, with other instances...
What is doctor shopping?
It is not uncommon for a primary care physician to refer patients to specialists if they require individualized care in a specific area. In fact, some patients may have a few doctors caring for them at any given time. Yet, when patients seek the care of many doctors...
The consequences of prescription fraud allegations
Health care professionals regularly face a myriad of challenges, from disputes involving patients to financial hardships and complicated health problems. These professionals have a great deal of responsibility, and many have been charged with prescription fraud in...
Can you share prescription drugs?
Many times, when you get a prescription from a doctor in Texas, you do not end up using all of the medication. You may wonder if you can share it with someone else who needs it. This is a common tactic that many people use to share antibiotics and other medications...
Old prescription forms no longer valid
Due to the opioid epidemic and prescription fraud, state and federal governments are seeking ways to further control Schedule II controlled substances. Texas has made changes to this effect, as well, through official prescription forms. According to the Texas Medical...
Criminal defense options for drug charges and accusations
Criminal drug charges can include charges for prescription drugs in some circumstances as well as prohibited drugs. In circumstances when prescription drugs are fraudulently obtained or possessed, serious consequences may apply. Additionally, if prescription drugs are...