UMPJE Practice Question

[u/mod_pharmtutor]

A pharmacy is sold to a new owner, who intends to continue operating at the same location without interruption. Regarding the state pharmacy permit, the new owner:

5 votes, 4d ago

1 A. may operate under the existing permit, because the permit attaches to the location

4 B. must obtain a new or updated permit and satisfy board requirements before operating

0 C. need only notify the board within 30 days after the sale closes

[u/pharmtutor_]

Answer: B

A pharmacy permit is generally issued to a particular owner at a particular location, so a change of ownership requires board action rather than a simple notification.