Which of the following are examples of controlled substance documents that must be reported if stolen or lost?

• A. Filled Rx documents that were dispensed
• B. Completed DEA 222 forms
• C. Unfilled Rx in 'on hold' files
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Any documents connected to controlled substances that could enable diversion must be reported if they’re stolen or lost. Filled prescription dispensing records are part of the legitimate control and tracking of C-II–C-V drugs, so losing or having them stolen creates a risk and needs to be reported to the DEA and local authorities. Completed DEA 222 forms are the official records used to order controlled substances; their theft could allow someone to misuse orders, so they must be reported as well. Unfilled prescriptions in on-hold files are still controlled-substance documents that, if compromised, could lead to improper dispensing or diversion, so they too require reporting. In short, any controlled-substance documentation—even those that are not yet issued—should be reported if stolen or lost.