16 C.F.R. § 456.3

Current through October 31, 2024
Section 456.3 - Verifiable affirmative consent to providing the prescription in a digital format

For a prescription copy provided in a digital format, the prescriber shall:

(a) Identify to the patient the specific method or methods of electronic delivery that will be used, such as text message, electronic mail, or an online patient portal;
(b) Obtain, on paper or in a digital format, the patient's verifiable affirmative consent to receive a digital copy through the identified method or methods; and
(c) Maintain records or evidence of a patient's affirmative consent for a period of not less than three years. Such records or evidence shall be available for inspection by the Federal Trade Commission, its employees, and its representatives.

16 C.F.R. §456.3

89 FR 60774 , 9/24/2024