How often does the Board perform evaluations to identify records needing deletion from the PDMP?

The correct answer is that the Board performs evaluations to identify records needing deletion from the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) every six months. This regular evaluation helps ensure that the data within the PDMP is current and compliant with regulations, thereby maintaining the integrity and usefulness of the program for healthcare providers and law enforcement. By conducting these assessments on a semi-annual basis, the Board can effectively manage the data, ensuring outdated or unnecessary records are removed in a timely manner, which is crucial in preventing potential misuse of the program and protecting patient privacy.

The other intervals, such as annually, quarterly, or bimonthly, may not provide the necessary frequency to adequately monitor and manage the data in alignment with legislative requirements and public health needs.