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Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration, Health and Human Services Department
Fourth Temporary Extension of COVID-19 Telemedicine Flexibilities for Prescription of Controlled Medications
Published December 31, 2025. Takes effect January 1, 2026. printed at 90 FR 61301. amending 21 CFR 1307, 42 CFR 12.
Doctors could prescribe some drugs by video during COVID. This extends that once more.
What the Rule Says It Does
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) jointly with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is issuing a fourth extension of telemedicine flexibilities for the prescribing of controlled medications through December 31, 2026.
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