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Law, Regulations, Standards

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DEA   Drug Enforcement Agency   enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States  
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OSHA   Occupational Safety and Health Administration   assure safe and healthful working conditions  
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FTC   Federal Trade Commission   authority over direct-to-consumer advertising  
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CMS   Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services   Medicare (elderly and disabled) Medicaid (low income and disabled) CMS covers 100 million people...  
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CDC   Centers for Disease Control and Prevention   go to  
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USP   U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention   sets standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured, distributed and consumed worldwide  
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TJC   The Joint Commission   accredits & certifies health care organizations & is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting certain performance standards.  
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NABP   National Association of Boards of Pharmacy   protects public health by assisting its member boards of pharmacy and offers programs that promote safe pharmacy practices for the benefit of consumers.  
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APhA   American Pharmacy Association   represents more than 62,000 practicing pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, student pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and others interested in advancing the profession  
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ASHP   American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists   more than 44,000 members include pharmacists, student pharmacists, & pharmacy technicians. For 75 years, ASHP has been at the forefront of efforts to improve medication use & enhance patient safety. (accredits training programs such as Missoula College)  
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CSA   Controlled Substance Act   Classifies drugs in schedules I-V  
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NDC   National Drug Code   AAAAA-BBBBB-CC Numbers in A slots determine manufacturer, B is product name, strength and form, C is package size  
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HIPAA   Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act   goal of the law is to make it easier for people to keep health insurance, protect the confidentiality and security of healthcare information and help the healthcare industry control administrative costs  
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MMA   Medicare Modernization Act   Medicare Part D and review of medications  
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ACA   Affordable Care Act   mandate to ensure healthcare for all  
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CPE Monitor   Continuing Pharmacy Education Monitor   tracks pharmacy CE  
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FDA   Food and Drug Administration   Protects public by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human & veterinary drugs, biological products, &medical devices; & by ensuring the safety of our nation's food supply, cosmetics, & products that emit radiation. Also regulates tobacco.  
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