If a practitioner wishes to dispense controlled substances directly to a patient, what must they do?

A practitioner who wishes to dispense controlled substances directly to a patient must order these substances in accordance with federal and state regulations. In most scenarios, practitioners need to purchase controlled substances from suppliers who are licensed to distribute them, and these suppliers may include licensed wholesalers or distributors.

Ordering directly from the manufacturer as suggested in the selected answer is not a common practice for most practitioners, as typically they are not authorized to obtain controlled substances in that manner. Instead, they often have to source medications from licensed distributors who work within the established supply chain that adheres to legal stipulations concerning the distribution of controlled substances.

It is important to consider that there are additional regulatory requirements, such as possessing a valid state and federal registration to prescribe controlled substances, but these are not encapsulated within the selected answer. Practitioners must ensure compliance with proper licensing and follow appropriate channels for acquiring medications for dispensing directly to patients.