True or False: C3-C5 prescriptions can only be written and cannot be faxed or e-prescribed.

The statement is false because there are provisions in place that allow certain controlled substances, specifically those in schedules C3 through C5, to be faxed or e-prescribed under certain conditions.

For C3 to C5 substances, pharmacists are permitted to receive prescriptions electronically, which includes e-prescribing. Furthermore, faxed prescriptions for these controlled substances can be accepted, along with other prescriptions, provided they meet the appropriate legal and regulatory requirements.

Some specific circumstances regarding prescription transmission regulations do apply, particularly concerning the verification of the physician’s intent and ensure that the prescription data is securely transmitted. Overall, the flexibility in prescription methods reflects efforts to modernize pharmacy practices while maintaining patient safety and securing the distribution of controlled substances.

This makes the claim that C3-C5 prescriptions can only be written and cannot be faxed or e-prescribed inaccurate.