When and for which drugs each US state requires prescribers to check the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program before prescribing controlled substances, with trigger conditions, exemptions, re-check intervals, and statutory citations.

PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Alabama

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and periodically for ongoing therapy

**exemptions:** hospice, inpatient, emergencies

> Alabama: PDMP check generally required before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodically for ongoing therapy. Typical exemptions: hospice, inpatient, emergencies.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Alabama — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Alaska

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial opioid therapy and at intervals for chronic treatment

> Alaska: Check for initial opioid therapy (and often benzodiazepines) and at intervals for chronic treatment.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Alaska — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Arizona

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing, re-check about every 3 months

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Arizona: Query before first opioid or benzodiazepine; re-check about every 3 months while continuing.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Arizona — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State

check_timing, drug_schedules_covered, mandate_status, recheck_interval_days


**jurisdiction:** Arkansas

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least every 90 days if continued

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Arkansas: Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and at least every 90 days if continued.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Arkansas — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** California

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** Schedule II-IV

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least every 4 months if continued

**recheck_interval_days:** 120

**exemptions:** hospice, certain short ED or post-op supplies, inpatient

> California (CURES): Must check before first prescribing a Schedule II–IV controlled substance to a patient and at least every 4 months if it remains in the plan. Common exemptions: hospice, certain short ED or post-op supplies, inpatient.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

California — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Colorado

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** before the second fill or when exceeding short acute limits; ongoing therapy for benzodiazepines; dose escalations and combinations

> Colorado: Check for opioids before the second fill or when exceeding short acute limits; benzodiazepine checks are required for ongoing therapy. Use PDMP for dose escalations and combinations.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Colorado — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Connecticut

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** controlled substances

**check_timing:** before prescribing exceeding a brief (e.g., 72-hour) supply; re-check every 90 days for chronic use

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Connecticut: Check before prescribing a controlled substance exceeding a brief (e.g., 72-hour) supply; re-check every 90 days for chronic use.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Connecticut — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Delaware

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and periodically thereafter (often at least every 6 months)

**recheck_interval_days:** 180

> Delaware: PDMP check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and periodically thereafter (often at least every 6 months).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Delaware — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** District of Columbia

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** when prescribing beyond a short acute course (e.g., >7 days), and at intervals (about every 90 days) for chronic therapy

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> District of Columbia: Check when prescribing opioids/benzodiazepines beyond a short acute course (e.g., >7 days), and at intervals (about every 90 days) for chronic therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

District of Columbia — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Florida

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** controlled substances

**check_timing:** before prescribing or dispensing controlled substances to most outpatients

**exemptions:** hospice, inpatient, emergencies

> Florida: Generally requires a PDMP consult before prescribing or dispensing controlled substances to most outpatients; typical exemptions include hospice, inpatient, emergencies.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Florida — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Georgia

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least every 90 days if continuing

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Georgia: PDMP check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least every 90 days if continuing.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Georgia — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Guam

**mandate_status:** mandatory

> Guam PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Review: Yes Integration Available: No

Source: <https://drfirst.com/current-epcs-pdmp-compliance-state-requirements>

Guam — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Hawaii

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and periodically for chronic use

> Hawaii: Check for first-time opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodically for chronic use.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Hawaii — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Idaho

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing; periodic re-checks (often at least annually) for chronic therapy

> Idaho: Query before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing; periodic re-checks (often at least annually) for chronic therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Idaho — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Illinois

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines, stimulants

**check_timing:** before prescribing opioids; re-check periodically (commonly every 90 days)

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Illinois: Check the PDMP before prescribing opioids; many prescribers also must check for benzodiazepines and stimulants. Re-check periodically (commonly every 90 days).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Illinois — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Indiana

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at intervals for ongoing treatment (often 90 days)

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Indiana: PDMP check required before initial opioids/benzodiazepines and at intervals for ongoing treatment (often 90 days).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Indiana — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Iowa

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and every 90 days if continuing

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Iowa: Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine script and every 90 days if continuing.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Iowa — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Kansas

**mandate_status:** limited-mandate

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** statewide mandatory query rules are limited; follow board or health-system policy

> Kansas: PDMP is active; statewide mandatory query rules are limited. Follow board or health-system policy and best practice to check for opioids/benzodiazepines.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Kansas — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Kentucky

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** Schedule II, high-risk Schedule III/IV (including benzodiazepines)

**check_timing:** prior to prescribing and regularly (often at least every 3 months)

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Kentucky: Strong PDMP use requirements. Check prior to prescribing Schedule II and many high-risk III/IV drugs (including benzodiazepines) and regularly (often at least every 3 months).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Kentucky — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Louisiana

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least every 90 days if ongoing

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Louisiana: Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at least every 90 days if ongoing.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Louisiana — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Maine

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and periodically (often 90 days)

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Maine: PDMP check before prescribing opioids/benzodiazepines and periodically (often 90 days).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Maine — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Maryland

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and re-check during chronic therapy (about every 90 days)

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Maryland: Check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and re-check during chronic therapy (about every 90 days).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Maryland — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Massachusetts

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** Schedule II or III opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and re-check at intervals (commonly 90 days) for ongoing therapy

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Massachusetts: Check before prescribing Schedule II or III opioids and before benzodiazepines; re-check at intervals (commonly 90 days) for ongoing therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Massachusetts — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Michigan

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** Schedule II-V

**check_timing:** before prescribing beyond a brief supply; re-check periodically for continued therapy

> Michigan: Check PDMP before prescribing Schedule II–V controlled substances beyond a brief supply; re-check periodically for continued therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Michigan — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Minnesota

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines (long-term use)

**check_timing:** before the first opioid prescription for acute pain and for chronic opioid therapy at intervals (often every 90 days)

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Minnesota: Check before the first opioid prescription for acute pain and for chronic opioid therapy at intervals (often every 90 days). Benzodiazepine checks are increasingly expected for long-term use.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Minnesota — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Mississippi

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least every 3 months if continued

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Mississippi: Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at least every 3 months if continued.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Mississippi — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Missouri

**mandate_status:** limited-mandate

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** statutory use mandate is limited; many boards/health systems require checks

> Missouri: Statewide PDMP is live; statutory use mandate is limited. Many boards/health systems require checks for opioids/benzodiazepines—follow your board’s rule.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Missouri — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Montana

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and periodic re-checks for chronic therapy

> Montana: PDMP check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodic re-checks for chronic therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Montana — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Nebraska

**mandate_status:** limited-mandate

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** universal query mandate is limited; follow board and system policy

> Nebraska: The PDMP captures nearly all prescriptions. A universal query mandate is limited; follow board and system policy, and check for opioids/benzodiazepines as standard practice.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Nebraska — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Nevada

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids

**check_timing:** before first opioid prescription and at least every 90 days for ongoing opioid therapy

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Nevada: Check before first opioid prescription and at least every 90 days for ongoing opioid therapy; heightened documentation and MME rules apply.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Nevada — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** New Hampshire

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines, other targeted Schedule II-IV

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and periodically thereafter

> New Hampshire: Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine or other targeted Schedule II–IV prescription and periodically thereafter.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

New Hampshire — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** New Jersey

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least every 3 months for ongoing therapy

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> New Jersey: PDMP check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine and at least every 3 months for ongoing therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

New Jersey — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** New Mexico

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and every 3 months for chronic use

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> New Mexico: Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and every 3 months for chronic use.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

New Mexico — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** New York

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** Schedule II-IV

**check_timing:** every prescription (effectively every time)

**exemptions:** veterinarians, inpatient, hospice, emergencies

> New York (I-STOP): Check the PDMP before prescribing Schedules II–IV (effectively every time). Common exemptions: veterinarians, inpatient, hospice, emergencies.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

New York — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** North Carolina

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** Schedule II and III opioids (targeted controlled substances)

**check_timing:** at initiation and at least every 90 days if continued

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> North Carolina: “Targeted controlled substances” (Schedule II and III opioids) require PDMP checks at initiation and at least every 90 days if continued. Many clinicians also check for benzodiazepines.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

North Carolina — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** North Dakota

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and re-check periodically for chronic therapy

> North Dakota: Check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescriptions and re-check periodically for chronic therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

North Dakota — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Ohio

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least every 90 days if continued

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Ohio: Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least every 90 days if continued; use PDMP for risk signals and combinations.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Ohio — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Oklahoma

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines, carisoprodol

**check_timing:** before prescribing and at least every 180 days if therapy continues

**recheck_interval_days:** 180

> Oklahoma: Check for opioids, benzodiazepines, and carisoprodol before prescribing and at least every 180 days if therapy continues.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Oklahoma — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Oregon

**mandate_status:** limited-mandate

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** required in defined situations by boards; best practice for initial and chronic therapy

> Oregon: PDMP registration and use are strongly encouraged and required in defined situations by boards; best practice is to check for initial and chronic opioid/benzodiazepine therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Oregon — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Pennsylvania

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and thereafter when continuing therapy or risk is present; many clinicians re-check at 90-day intervals

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Pennsylvania: Check for first-time opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and thereafter when continuing therapy or risk is present; many clinicians re-check at 90-day intervals.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Pennsylvania — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Puerto Rico

**mandate_status:** voluntary

> Puerto Rico PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Review: No Integration Available: Yes

Source: <https://drfirst.com/current-epcs-pdmp-compliance-state-requirements>

Puerto Rico — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Rhode Island

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least annually for ongoing therapy (more often if risk increases)

**recheck_interval_days:** 365

> Rhode Island: PDMP check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least annually for ongoing therapy (more often if risk increases).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Rhode Island — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** South Carolina

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at intervals (often every 90 days) during chronic use

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> South Carolina: Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at intervals (often every 90 days) during chronic use.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

South Carolina — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** South Dakota

**mandate_status:** limited-mandate

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** use requirements are more limited; follow board guidance especially for chronic therapy

> South Dakota: PDMP use requirements are more limited; follow board guidance and standard practice to check for opioids/benzodiazepines, especially for chronic therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

South Dakota — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Tennessee

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** when starting beyond brief acute use and at intervals (often every 6 months) for continued therapy

**recheck_interval_days:** 180

> Tennessee: Check when starting opioids/benzodiazepines beyond brief acute use and at intervals (often every 6 months) for continued therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Tennessee — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Texas

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, carisoprodol

**check_timing:** before dispensing or prescribing

**exemptions:** veterinarians

**regulatory_citation:** Texas Health & Safety Code; effective March 1, 2020

> Viewing the patient score alone does not satisfy the mandatory PMP lookup requirement. Visit <https://www.pharmacy.texas.gov/news/pmp-integration-compliance.asp> the PMP integration compliance page to learn more and view an infographic of the full lookup process. A moment checking the PMP could save a lifetime. <https://txpmp.org/> Texas Prescription Monitoring Program <https://texas.pmpaware.net/login> Sign In Texas Prescription Monitoring Program The Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) collects and monitors prescription data for all Schedule II, III, IV, and V Controlled Substances (CS) dispensed by a pharmacy in Texas or to a Texas resident from a pharmacy located in another state. The PMP also provides a database for monitoring patient prescription history for practitioners and the ordering of Texas Schedule II Official Prescription Forms. Find <http://www.pharmacy.texas.gov/files_pdf/3Texas_Prescription_Monitoring_Program_info.pdf> more information about the PMP . All Texas-licensed pharmacies are required to report all dispensed controlled substances records to the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) no later than the next business day after the prescription is filled. The reporting requirement applies to all Schedule II, III, IV, and V controlled substances. Since March 1, 2020 , pharmacists and prescribers (other than a veterinarian) are required to check the patient’s PMP history before dispensing or prescribing opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or carisoprodol.

Source: <https://www.pharmacy.texas.gov/pmp/>

Texas — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Texas

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, carisoprodol

**check_timing:** before prescribing

**exemptions:** hospice, cancer care, inpatient settings

> Texas: Must check PDMP before prescribing opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or carisoprodol . Exemptions include hospice, cancer care, inpatient settings. Utah: Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and at least every 3 months for chronic therapy. Vermont: Check before first opioid prescription and again if treatment extends or exceeds acute limits (e.g., 90 days). Virginia: Check when initiating opioids beyond short acute use and at least every 90 days while continuing; use PDMP for benzodiazepine co-prescribing decisions. Washington: Mandatory PDMP checks for opioids and benzodiazepines at initiation and periodically (about every 3 months) for chronic therapy;

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>


**jurisdiction:** Utah

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and at least every 3 months for chronic therapy

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Utah: Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and at least every 3 months for chronic therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Utah — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Vermont

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and again if treatment extends or exceeds acute limits (e.g., 90 days)

> Vermont: Check before first opioid prescription and again if treatment extends or exceeds acute limits (e.g., 90 days).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Vermont — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Virginia

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** when initiating opioids beyond short acute use and at least every 90 days while continuing

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Virginia: Check when initiating opioids beyond short acute use and at least every 90 days while continuing; use PDMP for benzodiazepine co-prescribing decisions.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Virginia — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Washington

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** at initiation and periodically (about every 3 months) for chronic therapy; additional checks for dose increases and co-prescribing

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Washington: Mandatory PDMP checks for opioids and benzodiazepines at initiation and periodically (about every 3 months) for chronic therapy; additional checks for dose increases and co-prescribing.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Washington — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** West Virginia

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and re-check at defined intervals (at least annually; more often for higher risk)

**recheck_interval_days:** 365

> West Virginia: Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and re-check at defined intervals (at least annually; more often for higher risk).

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

West Virginia — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Wisconsin

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** controlled substances

**check_timing:** before issuing a controlled substance prescription and periodically (often every 90 days) during ongoing therapy

**recheck_interval_days:** 90

> Wisconsin: Review the PDMP before issuing a controlled substance prescription and periodically (often every 90 days) during ongoing therapy.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Wisconsin — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State


**jurisdiction:** Wyoming

**mandate_status:** mandatory

**drug_schedules_covered:** opioids, benzodiazepines

**check_timing:** initial prescribing and periodic re-checks, particularly for chronic treatment

> Wyoming: PDMP checks for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodic re-checks are expected, particularly for chronic treatment.

Source: <https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/>

Wyoming — PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State