Due to widespread abuse of controlled substances in our community, as well as increased DEA censorship of doctors’ lack of monitoring of controlled substances, Precision Psychiatric Services is implementing a strict controlled substance policy for all patients, effective immediately.
1. Controlled prescriptions include stimulants (ADHD meds such as Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta, Vyvanse) and benzo/hypnotics (Ativan, Xanax, Klonopin, Ambien, Lunesta).
2. Precision Psychiatric Services (PPS) will not refill controlled substances over the phone. It is your responsibility to ensure you have an appointment to see a PPS psychiatrist or nurse practitioner before you run out of the controlled substance.
3. PPS will not prescribe any controlled substances to you if you have not been seen in 90 days, for proper monitoring and safety.
4. PPS will not refill any controlled substances prescribed by another clinician even if you and that clinician have your own personal agreements.
5. If a controlled substance is sent to a pharmacy, PPS will not send duplicate copies of the same medication to another pharmacy. Please inform the PPS psychiatrist at the time of the appointment if you would like the medication sent to a new pharmacy. Once the controlled substance is sent, PPS is unable to send the same prescription for a minimum of 30 days.
6. If you have found yourself over using or abusing controlled substances, or if you run out and experience withdrawal symptoms, please call the office and we will assist you the best way possible.