Can Doctors Be Legally Required to Prescribe Pain Medication? Explore the Rules and Guidelines
Yes, doctors can prescribe pain medication but are not legally required to do so. Physicians must consider patient best interests and follow CDC guidelines. They may refuse to prescribe opioids due to concerns about misuse, legal sanctions, or malpractice risks, especially when it involves Schedule II-V medications. Regulations, such as the Controlled Substances Act in … Read more