# Health - General (GHG)

## Title 21. Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics

### Subtitle 2A. Prescription Drug Monitoring Program

#### Section 21-2A-04.1

(a) A prescriber shall be registered with the Program before obtaining a new or renewal registration with the Department under Sec. 5-304(a) of the Criminal Law Article or by July 1, 2017, whichever is sooner.

(b) A pharmacist shall be registered with the Program by July 1, 2017.

(c) Before registering with the Program, a prescriber and a pharmacist shall complete a course of instruction and training developed by the Department, including the effective use of the Program.

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Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)