If you are a physician working in Minnesota 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 refer to your Board of Medical Practice to ensure compliance.
Registration for Medication Dispensing
In Minnesota, physicians authorized to prescribe legend drugs with the state may dispense medication. There is no dispensing permit required for non-controlled or controlled substances. Still, if the physician is dispensing for profit, they must notify the Board of Medical Practice, which Physicians can find on the Board of Medical Practice website.
Physicians must also comply with the state Prescription Drug Monitoring Program.
What are the benefits of Medication Dispensing in Minnesota?
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 physician dispensing 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 program for physician dispensing has proven successful in similar settings.
How does First Coast Health Solutions Support Minnesota Physician Dispensing Regulations?
Most offices dispense controlled substances, and our software monitors and submit 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 Minnesota 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.