How many DEA registrations are required for a pharmacy that engages in cooperative buying?

In the context of cooperative buying, a pharmacy's DEA registration requirements are influenced by its business operations and the locations involved in the purchasing process. A pharmacy that is part of a cooperative buying group may need separate DEA registrations for each physical location where controlled substances are stored or dispensed.

If a pharmacy operates multiple locations, they typically require individual DEA registrations for each site to ensure compliance with federal regulations regarding the handling of controlled substances. This includes one registration for the pharmacy itself and potentially additional registrations if the cooperative operates distinctly under different entities or locations.

Therefore, requiring two DEA registrations makes sense if the arrangement involves both the cooperative buying group and the individual pharmacy location itself. Each registration must be maintained in accordance with applicable laws and regulations governing controlled substances, ensuring proper tracking and accountability for drugs supplied through the cooperative buying process.