MN SF2128

Allows electronic prescribing of controlled substances in Schedules II, III, IV, and V, provided prescriptions comply with standards in section 62J.497 and applicable federal regulations (Code of Federal Regulations, title 21, parts 1300, 1304, 1306, and 1311).

Permits Schedule II controlled substance prescriptions to be transmitted electronically, by facsimile, or in written/oral form with specific requirements including prescriber handwritten signature, address, and federal Drug Enforcement Administration registration number.

Allows pharmacies to store original electronic or facsimile prescriptions in electronic databases for at least two years, provided prescriptions can be retrieved as transmitted to the pharmacy.

Clarifies that Schedule III and IV controlled substance prescriptions may be issued as permitted under the bill's prescription requirements, replacing previous "written or oral" language.

Maintains existing requirements for identification verification when dispensing Schedule II or III controlled substances and restricts the sale or misuse of federal Drug Enforcement Administration registration numbers.