At The Callahan Law Firm, we understand the years that pharmacists and pharmacist techs have invested in education, the many hours put into studying, and the financial investments you've made to reach this point in your career.
As a pharmacist, you work with patients daily to make sure that they receive the prescriptions medications that they need while also offering guidance. That's why it can be so overwhelming when a complaint is filed against your Missouri pharmacist license, especially considering how much effort you put into your work.
Even if the accusations against you have little or no merit, it's important to take the necessary action to work to protect your professional license. To protect what you've worked so hard for, it's crucial to have an experienced license defense attorney by your side. Our Professional License Defense Team has vigorously defended Missouri pharmacists facing disciplinary actions.
Reasons Your Missouri Pharmacist License Could Be at Risk
A breach of the Missouri Pharmacy Practice Act could lead to sanctions on a license. The Missouri Board of Pharmacy will investigate the allegation, no matter how small it may seem. Some of the most frequent reasons pharmacists find themselves in trouble include:
- Fraud
- altering prescriptions
- billing for meds
- forged signatures
- Misappropriating drugs for personal use or resale
- Violating patient privacy
- Felony convictions, especially those involving drugs or fraud
- Medication errors
- Record-keeping errors
- Working while under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances
The Missouri Pharmacist License Process
The Board of Pharmacy treats any and all allegations with utmost seriousness and conducts thorough investigations. While this process to investigate and determine the outcome of the claims can be emotionally draining, our Professional License Defense Team is here to make it as smooth as possible, working with you along the way.
A Complaint is Filed
The process begins with a complaint, typically filed by either a patient or a family member, or a coworker. Once the Missouri Board of Pharmacy receives a complaint, they first determine whether the allegation violates the Missouri Pharmacy Practice Act.
The Investigation Phase
During the investigation, everyone involved will be interviewed, including you, the person that filed the complaint, a patient if involved, and any other witnesses. During this process, they will look to collect further evidence like documents, charts, and potentially videos.
Disciplinary Agreement
The Board of Pharmacy might contact you and make the offer of a Licensure Disciplinary Agreement. The specifics of each case differ, but the agreement could involve probation, a suspension of your license, or mandatory additional training. Accepting the agreement means you forfeit your right to a hearing.
The Hearing
Should the Board look for additional disciplinary action, they will request a hearing. Your attorney will represent you with evidence and/or questioning witnesses to defend your case. These hearings involve complex procedures that can be difficult to navigate without the help and representation of an experienced attorney on your side.
Decision
The Board of Pharmacy can impose several disciplinary sanctions on a license, including:
- Probation
- Suspension
- Revocation
Get Started with A Professional License Defense Team
Facing the Board of Pharmacy on your own is a difficult task. Our team is ready to defend you and work to protect and keep your Missouri pharmacist license.