Ambulatory Surgery Centers operate in a highly regulated environment where controlled substance management is under increasing scrutiny. This session provides a clear, practical overview of DEA requirements and what they mean for daily operations within an ASC.

Led by DEA expert Dennis Wichern, this webinar will walk through current DEA registration and licensing expectations, opioid-related updates, and the recordkeeping and security requirements that surveyors and regulators focus on most. Attendees will also review real-world case examples, common compliance gaps, and the safeguards ASCs can implement to reduce risk and strengthen oversight.

Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to apply DEA requirements in practice, support consistent documentation, and maintain readiness for inspections and audits.

A live Q&A session will follow to address specific questions.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Describe current DEA registration, licensing, and controlled substance requirements applicable to Ambulatory Surgery Centers.

2. Recognize common compliance gaps related to controlled substance recordkeeping, storage, and security that are frequently cited during inspections.

3. Apply practical safeguards and documentation practices to reduce risk and support ongoing survey readiness.

Even if you're unsure you can attend, register to receive the recording and slides following the webinar.