What should be done with a DEA 222 Form that contains a mistake?

When a DEA 222 Form contains a mistake, the appropriate course of action is to keep the erroneous form with the new copy. The DEA 222 Form is crucial for the ordering of Schedule I and II controlled substances, and maintaining accurate records is essential for compliance with federal regulations.

In situations where a mistake is identified on the form, simply discarding it would eliminate important documentation that could be needed for future reference or auditing purposes. Keeping it with the corrected version provides a clear audit trail, showing that a mistake was made and that a new order was generated to correct it. This approach ensures compliance and accountability, allowing for a complete record should an inspection or audit occur.

Not submitting the incorrect form back to the DEA or keeping it until a pharmacy audit minimizes risk by ensuring that any errors are documented in association with a corrected order, thereby maintaining an accurate and traceable process for the procurement of controlled substances.