What information must be reported in a state prescription monitoring program?

In a state prescription monitoring program (PMP), a comprehensive set of information about dispensed controlled substances is essential for maintaining patient safety and preventing prescription drug abuse. This information includes the patient's identity, prescriber details, and specifics regarding the medication dispensed, such as the name, dosage, quantity, and date of dispensing. Collectively, this data helps to create a complete picture of a patient's prescription history, enabling healthcare providers to identify potential misuse, drug interactions, or overprescription.

The requirement for detailed reporting emphasizes the importance of monitoring the distribution and consumption of controlled substances to enhance patient care and public health. Other options such as only reporting the patient's age and gender, solely noting the medication dispensed, or simply tracking the total number of prescriptions filled would not provide the necessary depth of information needed to effectively monitor and manage controlled substance prescriptions.