Ohio Pharmacy Law Practice Test

Which of the following is NOT considered a "change of status" for a prescriber?

1. Death

2. Permanent relocation

3. Increased prescription volume

4. Suspension

The correct answer is: Increased prescription volume

The option regarding increased prescription volume is not considered a "change of status" for a prescriber. A change of status typically refers to alterations that affect a prescriber's legal ability to practice medicine or the circumstances under which they are authorized to prescribe medications. Death, permanent relocation, and suspension directly impact a prescriber's ability to practice. Death signifies that the prescriber can no longer issue prescriptions. Permanent relocation indicates that the prescriber has moved their practice, which can affect their licensure or ability to prescribe in a different jurisdiction. Suspension usually means that the prescriber has faced disciplinary actions that temporarily revoke their ability to practice. In contrast, an increased prescription volume does not inherently change the prescriber's legal status or their qualifications to prescribe. Although it may indicate a change in practice patterns, it does not affect the prescriber's licensure or authority. Therefore, the increase in the volume of prescriptions does not fall under the definition of a "change of status."