What must the pharmacy do if a stolen or lost unused DEA Form 222 is later recovered?

What must the pharmacy do if a stolen or lost unused DEA Form 222 is later recovered?

• A. Immediately notify the local DEA Diversion Field Office.
• B. Return the form to the supplier.
• C. File a police report.
• D. Destroy the form.

Answer: (A)

When a stolen or lost unused DEA Form 222 is recovered, the pharmacy must immediately notify the DEA Diversion Field Office. This keeps the DEA informed so they can track the form's serial numbers, assess whether the form could still be used, and update their records to prevent potential diversion. Returning the form to the supplier or destroying it doesn’t satisfy the regulatory requirement, and while filing a police report may be appropriate for investigations, it doesn’t replace the need to notify the DEA. Promptly reporting the recovery shows compliance and helps protect the controlled substances supply chain.

When a stolen or lost unused DEA Form 222 is recovered, the pharmacy must immediately notify the DEA Diversion Field Office. This keeps the DEA informed so they can track the form's serial numbers, assess whether the form could still be used, and update their records to prevent potential diversion. Returning the form to the supplier or destroying it doesn’t satisfy the regulatory requirement, and while filing a police report may be appropriate for investigations, it doesn’t replace the need to notify the DEA. Promptly reporting the recovery shows compliance and helps protect the controlled substances supply chain.