If you are a physician working in Iowa and are considering medication dispensing at your practice, you must adhere to state laws and regulations. The information included on this page is for reference only, so please refer to your state medical or pharmaceutical board for updated information.
Registration for Medication Dispensing
If you are a physician dispensing non-controlled legend drugs, you may administer medications at your practice. You must meet all labeling requirements, following all state and federal regulations. You must also apply for a controlled substance registration permit and pay a fee. You can find the controlled substance application on the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Website.
What are the Benefits of Medication Dispensing in Iowa?
There are several benefits of medication dispensing, including:
- Driven revenue into your practice
- Improved patient medication compliance
- Patient satisfaction and recommendations to your practice
- Reduce workload for staff (fewer pharmacy calls)
- Reduced cost to patients
- Time saved for both patients and staff
Why Should You Choose First Coast Health Solutions
We are a leading national provider of full-service physician dispensing. Our dispensing programs work with all medical, dental, and health care specialties.
By choosing our services, you have the software and medications to dispense and the service support necessary to keep your business thriving. We have dedicated account managers, over 800 customer support agents, guaranteed quick reimbursements, leading dispensing software, the analytics to maximize reimbursement, and proven formulary optimization.
Whether a clinic, urgent care, hospital, or private practice; our software program can fit your needs and has proven successful in similar settings.
How does First Coast Health Solutions Support Iowa Physician Dispensing Regulations?
Most offices dispense controlled substances, and our physician dispensing software monitors and submits information to state Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMP).
We are also here to support you, the physician, and understand your license is your lifeline. If you have questions about Iowa physician dispensing regulations, don’t hesitate to contact us.
The material contained on this site is for informational purposes only and DOES NOT CONSTITUTE THE PROVIDING OF MEDICAL ADVICE, and is not intended to be a substitute for independent professional medical judgment, advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health.