A physician who is a resident in a hospital without a DEA registration number can prescribe controlled substances in which way?

A physician who is a resident in a hospital without a DEA registration number can prescribe controlled substances by using the hospital's DEA number accompanied by a specific suffix that identifies the resident as an authorized prescriber. This is a common practice in hospital settings, where the hospital itself holds the DEA registration. Each resident is assigned a suffix or specific identifier related to the hospital's DEA number, which ensures that their authority to prescribe controlled substances is recognized and tracked appropriately.

This arrangement allows residents to participate in patient care and manage pain and other conditions that require controlled substances, all while adhering to regulatory requirements. It facilitates their ability to prescribe medications necessary for effective treatment while ensuring proper accountability through the hospital's DEA registration. The correct use of the hospital's DEA number and suffix also helps avoid confusion or legal issues that could arise from misprescribing or unauthorized dispensing of controlled substances.

Therefore, this approach supports both patient safety and compliance with federal regulations concerning the prescribing of controlled substances.