Discovering a Theft of Controlled Substances
Must contact the nearest DEA Diversion Field Office upon discovery
Notify local police
Complete DEA Form 106 Report of Theft or Loss of Controlled Substances
If review shows no actual controlled substance loss, then Form 106 is not needed. Inform DEA in writing to close the initial report.
Link to PDF of DEA Form 106: https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/21cfr_reports/theft/DEA_Form_106.pdf
Federal Investigation of Pharmaceutical Theft or Robbery
A Federal Investigation occurs if any one or more of the following:
Replacement cost of controlled substances is ≥ $500
Someone is killed or suffers significant injury
Interstate or foreign commerce is involved in planning or executing the crime
In-transit Loss
If an in-transit loss occurs, the supplier is responsible for reporting the loss.
The pharmacy is only responsible after signing for the shipment.
Pharmacy Employment Practices
Pharmacy must not employ anyone with a controlled substance felony on record or anyone who has had a DEA registration denied, revoked or suspended.
A waiver may be approved in certain situations but will only be considered for approval if diversion is unlikely to occur.
