Which of the following is false regarding faxing a controlled substance prescription?

The assertion that prescriptions for C-II and IV controlled substances must be on security feature paper prior to faxing is incorrect. In fact, it is not a requirement for C-IV prescriptions to be on special security paper before they can be faxed.

For C-II prescriptions, the regulations do require that a written prescription be on security paper; however, when faxed, the original security paper prescription is typically needed for the dispensing process. The fax serves only as a means of transmission and must meet certain requirements, but it does not negate the need for the original prescription.

When a prescription is faxed, it must be complete, which includes patient information, prescriber details, and medication specifics. Additionally, if a C-II prescription is faxed, it must have the statement "valid by facsimile only" written on it to maintain compliance with the law. The name of the person faxing the prescription is also generally required for record-keeping and verification purposes. This ensures that all aspects of the medication's prescription process are handled properly, while the misunderstanding regarding the need for security feature paper for C-IV prescriptions specifically reflects nuances in regulations.