State Board of Pharmacy Compliance

Protect Your Pharmacy’s Future With Our State Board of Pharmacy Compliance

Supporting Pharmacies and Healthcare Businesses in Navigating State Regulatory Requirements Across All 50 States and U.S. Territories

Every state has a board of pharmacy that regulates several aspects of a pharmacy business, including drug safety and storage, employee hiring and training, and documentation and records. Each board has its own unique set of laws, regulations, and enforcement practices. Making sure your pharmacy company upholds state board of pharmacy compliance in each state it operates in is crucial to the continued success of your business.

Whether you’re a retail pharmacy, medical device company, or virtual care provider, staying compliant with these evolving requirements is critical to your operations—and your reputation. The right legal representation is imperative to ensuring pharmacy regulatory compliance.

Why Choose Boesen & Snow Law for Your Board of Pharmacy Compliance Attorney

At Boesen & Snow Law, we work with clients in all 50 states and U.S. territories. We help businesses like yours maintain compliance with state board of pharmacy rules and regulations. From licensure and daily operations to audits and investigations, we offer end-to-end legal representation tailored to your business and risk profile.

Our team has deep, hands-on experience with state boards of pharmacy, and we have professional connections with those in the industry, including former regulators and industry counsel. We understand how state regulations are interpreted and enforced by the board, and we aim to help you stay compliant and protect your pharmacy.

We don’t just react to problems. We work to prevent them entirely.

Our Services

At Boesen & Snow Law, we have significant experience in several areas of state board compliance, including:

Licensure and Registration

We guide clients through the initial licensure and renewal process, including the processes for:

• In-state and non-resident pharmacy licenses
• Wholesale distributor and 3PL permits
• Medical device and DME licensure
• Outsourcing facility and telepharmacy registrations

Each facility can have unique requirements, and each state board of pharmacy can regulate these facilities differently.

Compliance Counseling

We provide proactive compliance support to help prevent costly enforcement actions, including:

• Review of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Guidance on pharmacist-in-charge (PIC) responsibilities
• Controlled substance requirements advisement
• Changes to state laws and board policies monitoring

At Boesen & Snow Law, our PharmaFortify™ Board of Pharmacy Inspections Compliance Review is just the tool to help your pharmacy be ready for board compliance.

Board of Pharmacy Inspections

We help businesses prepare for routine or surprise board of pharmacy inspections, and can support your business when responding to post-inspection findings, such as:

• Pre-inspection compliance reviews and mock audits
• On-call guidance during inspections
• Inspection reports and deficiency letter responses
• Corrective action plan advisement

Defense and Enforcement Action Representation

It can be overwhelming to know that your pharmacy business or other healthcare facility is being investigated. When state boards initiate investigations or disciplinary actions, we provide strategic, experienced representation. We can help by:

• Responding to board inquiries and subpoenas
• Representing clients in administrative hearings
• Negotiating settlement agreements or consent orders
• Appealing license suspensions, denials, or fines

You don’t have to navigate this process by yourself; instead, reach out to Boesen & Snow Law, and let us support you and the future of your business.

Multi-State Compliance Programs

We can build practical compliance frameworks for companies operating in multiple states that are scalable to your type and size of business. This helps you stay ahead of overlapping requirements in different states and potentially avoid regulatory gaps.

Who We Help

At Boesen & Snow Law, our clients span several areas of the healthcare supply chain and include:

• Independent and chain pharmacies
• Mail-order and long-term care pharmacies
• Compounding and outsourcing facilities
• Medical device manufacturers and distributors
• 3PLs and logistics providers
• Telehealth and digital pharmacy companies

Compliance is important. In 2024, pharmacists in the U.S. faced nearly 1,400 adverse actions, including actions against their licensure and for Office of Inspector General exclusion.

FAQs

Q: How Are Complaints Filed With the Board of Pharmacy?

A: Complaints are filed with the board of pharmacy by using their online complaint form. Each state has its own board, and each may have different options for a complaint.

A complaint is generally an accusation of fraud, safety, regulatory noncompliance, professional liability, or other misconduct. When the board receives a complaint, they will investigate it, but anyone can file a complaint, so it is important to protect your interests.

Q: Who Regulates Pharmacies?

A: The state board of pharmacy in each individual state regulates pharmacies and pharmacists. Each state’s board of pharmacy manages licensure, registration, and other aspects of regulating pharmacies.

Pharmacies are also regulated by numerous federal agencies, including the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Environmental Protection Agency. These agencies oversee controlled substances, supply chains, and the safe disposal of controlled substances.

Q: What Are the Continuing Education Requirements for Pharmacies?

A: The continuing education (CE) requirements for pharmacies are a set number of CE hours that a practicing pharmacist must complete every few years to maintain their license. CE classes are courses about the pharmacy and often must be provided by accredited course providers. Each state’s board of pharmacy will have its own regulations about how many hours must be completed and how often.

Q: Can a Pharmacist Refuse to Fill a Prescription?

A: It can vary depending on the state. However, in most cases, a pharmacist can refuse to fill a prescription if they have reason to believe it is an illegitimate prescription. Some states allow pharmacists to refuse to fill a prescription based on moral or religious beliefs. Other states require pharmacists to fill a prescription regardless of these beliefs. It’s important that you are aware of the requirements in your state as a pharmacy business.

Experienced Legal Representation for Pharmacy Board Compliance

Whether you’re opening a new pharmacy in your home state, expanding into a new state, or have numerous pharmacy businesses throughout the country, we can help. Boesen & Snow Law can assist you, whether you are facing an inspection or want to ensure your business’s compliance ahead of time. Wherever you are, we can provide the diligent legal representation you need to operate a successful company.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation.