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One physician’s experience using NCCSRS
Dr. Patrick Burnside practices emergency medicine in Charlotte, NC. He shared his thoughts on using the state’s…
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Coming soon: Mandatory registration with state controlled substances database
The state appropriations bill includes a provision to require mandatory registration with the NC Controlled Substances…
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Expanded access to overdose “rescue” drug
A new state law signed in June by Gov. Pat McCrory authorizes NC’s State Health Director to issue a statewide standing…
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2016 Legislative update
Legislation passed in the final days of the recently adjourned session of the NC General Assembly – HB728 – made…
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Avoiding problems and miscommunications with UDS: Three scenerios
Possible overuse of UDS Scenario: A patient contacts the Board, stating that the medical practice providing pain…
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Trending Topic: Urine Drug Screening
Current standards of care related to opioid prescribing encourage physicians and physician assistants to take appropriate…
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Board confirms officer slate for 2016-2017
The Board approved its leadership team for the 2016-2017 operating year during the July Board Meeting. In accordance with…
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Outreach Spotlight: Summer 2016 Forum
NCMB’s efforts to expand outreach are bearing fruit. As of the first half of 2016, the Board had increased the number of…
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Coming to terms with opioid prescribing: Safe treatment is the goal
Categories: President’s MessageIn recent months, I’ve sent emails to all North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB or the Board) licensees to make them aware…
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NCMB offers multiple pathways to register for prescription database
Did you know that you can register for access to the NC Controlled Substances Reporting System (NCCSRS) while completing…
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