Annual In-Person Compliance Requirement
Beginning January 1, 2025, patients prescribed controlled medications must complete an in-person visit once every 12 months. This visit can be scheduled directly with our team or fulfilled by your primary care provider using our referral form.
Why This In-Person Visit Is Required
Federal & DEA Requirements
This policy follows DEA guidance and the Ryan Haight Act, which require an in-person evaluation to continue prescribing controlled substances:
- Once within the first 6 months (if applicable)
- At least annually thereafter
- To ensure safe and compliant prescribing practices
Flexible Options for Completion
This visit can be completed with your provider at Mile High Psychiatry or with your Primary Care Provider, as long as it includes a medical evaluation and is confirmed using our referral form.
Using the Collaborative Practitioner Referral Form
If your Primary Care Provider (PCP) is completing the required in-person visit, they’ll need to fill out a short form and return it to us along with visit documentation.
Instructions for Your PCP
- Perform an in-person evaluation that includes a behavioral or psychiatric assessment (e.g., mood, substance use, sleep, medication response).
- Include this assessment in the visit documentation as part of the patient’s care plan.
- Send the completed referral form and documentation via secure email or fax.
Request an Appointment
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