Mandated reporting of prescribed controlled substances begins in Alaska

Medical professionals prescribing controlled substances in Alaska are now required to provide hard numbers. (Photo by Aaron Bolton/KBBI)The state has been collecting data on prescription opioids and controlled substances since 2012, but until last month, prescribers and pharmacies have been volunteering that data.
As part of an ongoing legislative effort, medical professionals prescribing controlled substances are now required to provide hard numbers.
The effort will help the state grasp the siz