Lesley RichardsSep 24, 20203 minDrug Diversion - Now it's a Problem!You may have heard me say it before. "It's not a problem, until it's a problem." And every time I think I've said all there is to say...
Lesley RichardsSep 24, 20202 minThe Escalation of Drug DiversionNarcotic diversion prevention is extremely important to me. I have worked with hospitals and surgery centers for many years to minimize...
Lesley RichardsSep 24, 20202 minWhat CMS has to say aboutdrug securityWhen I talk about the security of medication, specifically controlled substances, most people immediately think of the DEA. On occasion,...
Lesley RichardsSep 24, 20202 minControlled Substance AuditsSometimes being a good manager means being part detective. If you feel a little like Sherlock Holmes some days, you're not alone!...
Lesley RichardsSep 24, 20201 minIt's time to re-evaluate your narcotic inventory logDiversion is an uncomfortable topic to discuss. When we discuss diversion prevention, we're really saying that it's essential to...
Lesley RichardsJun 8, 20182 minThe Allergy ConundrumTo administer, or not to administer? That is the question... We recently responded to a client’s question about an eye drop allergy. An...