Stakeholder Meeting regarding the Guidelines for the Safe Prescribing and Dispensing of Opioids

August 3, 2021

The Division of Professions and Occupations (Division), within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), is hosting a stakeholder meeting to discuss possible updates to the Guidelines for the Safe Prescribing and Dispensing of Opioids (Guidelines) on Friday, August 27, 2021, at 10 a.m. 

The Division and the state Pharmacy, Medical, Dental, Nursing, Podiatry, Optometry, and Veterinary Boards (Boards) are seeking public feedback on the Guidelines to identify what, if any, updates are needed. This may include, but is not limited to, possible updates related to prescribing and dispensing opioids to pediatric patients, updates to the resources available to prescribers and dispensers within the Guidelines, and any other updates needed to align the Guidelines with current best practices. 

Why does the Division need my help?

Your feedback will inform the Boards' decision making as they consider updating the Guidelines. Your opinions and recommendations will also help shape any updates to the Guidelines.

How do I participate? What if I cannot attend this meeting?  

We will provide several additional opportunities for stakeholder engagement. The first, a public stakeholder meeting, will be held virtually via a webinar on Friday, August 27, 2021, from 10 a.m to noon. Please register for this virtual stakeholder meeting at this link. 

If you cannot attend the meeting and/or wish to make written comments, you may email your written comments to [email protected]. 

Information regarding any future stakeholder meetings will be emailed to stakeholders and posted on each Boards’ respective webpages once each meeting is scheduled. 

Will my comments become part of the official record for policy making?

Yes, we will incorporate your comments into the official record if the Boards adopt any updates to the Guidelines. 

May I Invite others?

Yes! The meeting is open to the public. If you know of any person or persons who may be interested in providing feedback, please do not hesitate to forward this information. 

What if I need additional Information?

If you have any questions or concerns about stakeholder input, please send them to [email protected]. If additional information becomes available, it will be posted on the Boards' respective webpages.