Safe and Effective Opioid Prescribing: Michigan Edition
Program Description
Opioid related deaths from prescription medications have been called a health crisis. In response, Michigan’s lawmakers and medical licensing board passed Public Acts 246 – 255 of 2017 aimed at safe and effective opioid prescribing for patients with acute pain.This three-hour learning activity provides instruction on controlled substance prescribing guidelines, recognizing signs of abuse or misuse of controlled substances, and requirements delineated in Michigan’s law. It also provides tools and resources to assist in educating staff and informing patients.
Objectives
After completing this activity, learners will be able to:
- Determine who in your practice qualifies as a requestor and their requirements for registration in the Michigan Automated Prescription System (MAPS).
- Assess your practice for changes necessary to comply with the controlled substance prescribing rules defined by Michigan’s Public Acts 246 – 255 of 2017 that became effective June 1, 2018.
- Discuss with patients the risks associated with controlled substance treatments outlined on the START Talking consent form.
- Use guidelines, websites, and other resources to assist in educating office staff and patients about the requirements.
Disclosure
No individual in a position to control or influence the content of this activity has reported relevant financial relationships with commercial interests. No commercial support was provided for this activity.
Course Developers
Ernie Allen, ARM, CSP, CPHRM, CHFM, Patient Safety Risk Manager II, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Julie Hopkins, MA, MBA, Director, Continuing Medical Education, Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Continuing Education Credit
The Doctors Company is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical educational activities for physicians.
The Doctors Company designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Doctors Company estimates three hours for completion of this course. A passing score of 80 percent or greater is required to successfully complete the activity and earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
The Doctors Company is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.
ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at ADA.org/CERP.
The Doctors Company designates this enduring material activity for 3.0 continuing education credit(s). Dentists should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
| Course ID#: | TDE 18020.0 |
| Issue Date for This Activity: | 08/30/2018 |
| Expiration Date for This Activity: | 12/01/2019 |
Disclaimer
The information and guidelines contained in this enduring material activity are generalized and may not apply to all practice situations. The faculty recommends that legal advice be obtained from a qualified attorney for specific application to your practice. The information is intended for educational purposes only.
Complies with State Requirements
Please SEE the Federation of State Medical Boards overview of Continuing Medical Education requirements by State.
Technical Requirements
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Resources
Click HERE to download a PDF with resources related to this program.
Contact Us
If you have questions, contact educationsupport@thedoctors.com or call 800.421.2368, extension 1243.