🚫DEA Revokes Registration for Physician Following License Suspension
Kenneth Pherson, D.O.; Decision and Order
Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration has issued an Order to Show Cause for the revocation of Kenneth Pherson, D.O.'s registration, citing the suspension of his state medical license in Florida. This decision emphasizes the necessity for practitioners to maintain state authority to prescribe controlled substances, as federal compliance hinges on state licensure. The document details the procedural actions taken by the DEA and the implications of default by the registrant.
Agencies
- Justice Department
- Drug Enforcement Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The DEA's revocation of a medical registration due to the suspension of a state medical license has significant implications for practitioners and healthcare businesses. This action impacts compliance with federal regulations for controlled substances and raises operational challenges for affected entities.