Could You Survive a Surprise Pharmacy Audit?

Imagine you're filling a script when a State Board of Pharmacy inspector walks in—no warning, just a clipboard and serious consequences. Most community pharmacists assume, "That won’t happen to me," but audits are no longer rare—they're the norm.

Controlled substances are under intense scrutiny. Inspectors now expect airtight records, ongoing (not one-time) training, and SOPs that reflect current laws—not ones from 2019. If you’re relying on outdated policies, verbal explanations, or friendly smiles to pass inspection, you’re already behind.

Logs must match dispensing. Staff must follow documented protocols. Lock zones must meet state requirements. Every mismatch? A red flag.

At the Kulkarni Law Firm, we help pharmacies:

• Conduct proactive self-audits using real board standards
  
  
• Build strong, defensible SOPs and training systems
  
  
• Respond to audit deficiencies with authority—not panic
  
  

Darshan Kulkarni, a pharmacist and regulatory attorney, brings practical, no-BS insight into what inspectors really expect and how to be prepared. Because waiting for an audit is like waiting for a hurricane to test your roof—too late.

Be ready. Be confident. Be compliant.

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