Maryland State Pharmacy Law Sample Question 2

A pharmacy permit holder shall maintain current computerized records in a manner which permits reconstruction within 72 hours of the request by the Board.

True or False

A pharmacy permit holder shall maintain current computerized records in a manner which permits reconstruction within 72 hours of the request by the Board.

False, [Department of Health and Mental Hygiene 10.34.05.04(A)(3)].

A. A pharmacy permit holder shall:

(1). Prevent unauthorized disclosure or loss by securing all patient records;

(2). Designate personnel with authorized access to computerized patient records; and

(3). Maintain current computerized records in a manner which permits reconstruction within 48 hours, except:

(a). In an emergency as defined in Regulation .01 of this chapter, or

(b). With the prior approval of the Board.

B. A pharmacy permit holder may store patient records away from the prescription area in a manner that prevents unauthorized disclosure or loss.