As part of Step 5: Activate E-Prescribing of Controlled Substances (EPCS) in iPrescribe, you will need to enter a verification code from a mailer (letter with QR code) into iPrescribe.
This action finalizes your ability to e-prescribe controlled substances in iPrescribe.
Prerequisite: Completed ID.me verification in Step 5: Activate EPCS in iPrescribe
Reminder: You received 2 separate items in the mail:
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An authenticator/hard token to e-prescribe controlled substances
- If you receive your authenticator/hard token in the mail before the mailer, please keep it; you'll use it right after you complete EPCS activation as part of Step 6: Add Controlled Substance Tokens to Your iPrescribe Account
- A mailer (letter with QR code) to complete the EPCS activation at your DEA-listed business; it should arrive 5-10 business days after you generated it during Step 5: Activate EPCS in iPrescribe
Learn more: Step 6: Add Controlled Substance Tokens to Your iPrescribe Account.
1. Receive your mailer at your DEA-listed business address
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2. Log in to iPrescribe.
3. Go to the main menu.
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4. Select Activate EPCS.
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5. Scan the QR code or enter the 7-digit code located right below the QR code on the mailer (letter)
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- If you choose to scan the QR code, allow iPrescribe to access your camera, then scan
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- Otherwise, manually enter the 7-digit code into iPrescribe
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6. You will see a success message, indicating you are now authorized to begin electronically prescribing controlled substances (EPCS) using your two-factor authentication (login password and one-time-pin from an authenticator).
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