Permanent closure notice must be submitted to the board at least how many days prior to the anticipated closing date?

• A. 5 days
• B. 15 days
• C. 10 days
• D. 30 days

Answer: (B)

The requirement centers on giving the board enough lead time before a pharmacy permanently closes. Submitting notice fifteen days prior to the anticipated closing date allows the board to supervise an orderly wind-down, including how drugs (especially controlled substances) are inventoryed and disposed of, how records are retained or transferred, and how patients and prescribers are informed. This timeframe provides a practical window to complete these steps and maintain regulatory compliance, helping prevent licensing or disciplinary issues. Shorter notices are typically not sufficient to handle these duties, while fifteen days is the standard minimum.