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Everything You Need to Succeed with Veterinary E-Prescribing
INTEGRATIONS
Works With Your Existing Systems
PIMS PawScripts works alongside any Practice Information Management System without requiring integration. No need to change your current workflow.
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No integration or API connection required
Preserves your existing workflow
Pharmacy Network Connect to pharmacies nationwide:
Major Chains: CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Costco, Rite Aid, Kroger, Safeway
Independent Pharmacies: Most independent pharmacies accepting e-prescriptions
eFax Backup: For any pharmacy not on our electronic network
STATE COMPLIANCE GUIDES
Navigate Your State's Veterinary Prescription Requirements
Understanding State-Specific Regulations E-prescribing and controlled substance requirements vary significantly by state. Select your state below for detailed compliance information.
California
Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code §688 (AB 2789)
Mandates electronic prescribing for almost all prescriptions (controlled and non-controlled). Limited exceptions apply with effective date January 1, 2022.
Colorado
C.R.S. §12‑30‑111
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances Schedules II-IV. Phased implementation completed July 1, 2023 for dentists and rural providers.
Connecticut
CGS §21a‑249a
Requires electronic prescribing for all controlled substances. Law took effect January 1, 2018 with limited exceptions.
Connecticut
Public Act 17‑131
Requires electronic prescribing for all controlled substances. Law took effect January 1, 2018 with limited exceptions.
Delaware
24 Del. Admin. Code §1700‑19.0
Requires electronic prescriptions for controlled substances. Waivers available for low-volume prescribers or technological hardship.
Florida
F.S. §456.42
Requires practitioners with electronic health records to e-prescribe medications. Implementation by license renewal or July 1, 2021 with numerous exceptions.
Idaho
Idaho Code §37‑2722
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with specific exceptions. Implementation includes provisions for technological hardship waivers.
Indiana
IC 25‑1‑9.3‑8
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes various exception categories.
Louisiana
Louisiana Board of Medical Examiners guidance
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes specific guidance from medical board.
Louisiana
LAC 46:LIII.2505
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes specific guidance from medical board.
Maine
22 M.R.S. §8711
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with limited exceptions. Implementation includes provisions for certain medical circumstances.
Maine
32 M.R.S. §13786‑C
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with limited exceptions. Implementation includes provisions for certain medical circumstances.
Maryland
Health‑General §21‑220.1
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes specific exception categories.
Montana
Admin. R. Mont. 24.174.840
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes administrative rule requirements.
Nebraska
Neb. Rev. Stat. §38‑1,146
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with specific exceptions. Implementation includes various waiver provisions.
New Jersey
13:39‑7.11
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes comprehensive administrative requirements.
New Jersey
N.J.A.C. 13:35‑7.4A
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes comprehensive administrative requirements.
New Mexico
NMAC 16.19.20.42
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with limited exceptions. Implementation includes specific regulatory framework.
New York
NY Public Health Law & DOH I‑STOP guidance
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with comprehensive mandate. Implementation includes I-STOP program requirements and limited exceptions.
North Carolina
Session Law 2017‑74 (HB 243)
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation completed through legislative session law.
North Dakota
N.D. Admin. Code §61‑04‑05‑03
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with administrative oversight. Implementation includes specific regulatory requirements.
Ohio
OAC 4729:5‑5‑10
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with board guidance. Implementation includes comprehensive regulatory framework.
Oregon
OAR 855‑041‑0041(3)
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory guidance. Implementation includes medical board oversight requirements.
Oregon
Oregon Medical Board guidance
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory guidance. Implementation includes medical board oversight requirements.
Rhode Island
RI Dept. of Health EPCS FAQ
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes Department of Health guidance and requirements.
Rhode Island
2020 regulations
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes Department of Health guidance and requirements.
South Carolina
S.C. Code §44‑53‑360 (as amended by Act 147 of 2020)
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with specific amendments. Implementation completed through Act 147 of 2020.
South Dakota
ARSD 20:51:23:05
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with administrative oversight. Implementation includes specific regulatory requirements.
Texas
Tex. Health & Safety Code §481.0755
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with regulatory compliance. Implementation includes specific Health & Safety Code requirements.
Utah
Utah Code §58‑37‑19 and §58‑37‑22
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with comprehensive mandate. Implementation includes multiple statutory provisions and requirements.
Vermont
26 V.S.A. Ch. 36
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with board oversight. Implementation includes pharmacy rules and comprehensive regulatory framework.
Vermont
Vermont Board of Pharmacy rules
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with board oversight. Implementation includes pharmacy rules and comprehensive regulatory framework.
West Virginia
W. Va. Code §60A‑4‑403a
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with limited exceptions. Implementation includes specific statutory provisions.
Wisconsin
Wis. Admin. Code Phar 7.08
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with administrative oversight. Implementation includes comprehensive DSPS rules and requirements.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin DSPS rules
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with administrative oversight. Implementation includes comprehensive DSPS rules and requirements.
Wyoming
W.S. §33‑24‑136
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with board oversight. Implementation includes pharmacy rules and specific statutory provisions.
Wyoming
Wyo. Board of Pharmacy Rules Ch. 8
Requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances with board oversight. Implementation includes pharmacy rules and specific statutory provisions.