Articles

March 10, 2026

The New DEA Reality for EMS: What Changed on March 9, 2026 — and What It Means for Your Agency

Effective March 9, 2026, EMS agencies officially became DEA registrants. Read More

March 6, 2026

Theft and Significant Loss of Controlled Substances - Understanding Federal and State Reporting Requirements

Controlled substances are tightly regulated because they carry a high potential for abuse, diversion, and misuse. When a theft or significant loss occurs, the risk to public... Read More

March 6, 2026

What Triggers a DEA Inspection? Key Factors Every Registrant Should Understand

A DEA inspection can feel intimidating, but in most cases, inspections don’t happen “out of the blue.” They’re usually triggered by internally identifiable signals, patterns,... Read More

February 5, 2026

How to Prevent Drug Diversion in Veterinary Practices: Compliance Strategies That Work

Drug diversion is a growing risk in veterinary clinics, where controlled substances such as opioids, sedatives, and anesthetics are routinely handled as part of patient care.... Read More

January 7, 2026

Drug Diversion in Pharmacy: 7 Warning Signs You Should Know

Drug diversion in pharmacy settings poses a serious and growing risk to patient safety, regulatory compliance, and organizational integrity. At its core, pharmacy diversion... Read More

January 7, 2026

Inventory Management Best Practices: The Role of Automation and Technology in Tracking Controlled Substances

Controlled substance inventory management is under increasing scrutiny as regulators, healthcare organizations, and enforcement agencies work to curb diversion and strengthen... Read More

January 7, 2026

Understanding DEA Guidelines for Pain Management​: Ensuring Safe and Legal Practices

Pain management plays a vital role in improving patients’ quality of life, helping those suffering from acute or chronic pain regain comfort, mobility, and function. Yet,... Read More

January 7, 2026

Common Drug Disposal Mistakes That Put Your DEA Registration at Risk

Well-meaning practitioners just like you – from veterinarians to dentists to pharmacists – can sometimes be their own worst enemies when it comes to compliance with DEA... Read More

October 27, 2025

4 Key Aspects of DEA Diversion Training for Dentists

In a dental practice, the safe handling of controlled substances is a crucial part of good clinical practice. It’s a legal and ethical necessity. Read More

October 27, 2025

How Titan Groups Helps Dentists Prescribing Opioids Stay DEA Compliant

The opioid crisis has led to heightened scrutiny from the DEA, with stricter oversight on how controlled substances are prescribed and monitored. While opioids can play an... Read More

October 27, 2025

Can Opioids be Prescribed for Mental Health Patients?

The relationship between opioid prescribing and mental health is complex and often misunderstood. While opioids are not approved as primary treatments for psychiatric... Read More

October 27, 2025

The Role a Practice Manager Plays in Adhering to DEA Regulations​

Veterinary practices that handle controlled substances are obligated to comply with strict federal regulations enforced by the DEA. DEA regulations are designed to prevent... Read More

September 15, 2025

Watching Vets’ Backs: Staff as Compliance Protectors

Every veterinarian (at the least the smart ones) relies on teamwork to be successful. The vets also know that when it comes to DEA requirements for recordkeeping and... Read More

September 12, 2025

Spotting and Managing Drug Diversion Risks at Your Practice

Visiting and assisting veterinary clinics coast to coast over the years, Titan Group’s teams have witnessed a number of mysteries: where did the “good scissors” go, who... Read More

September 5, 2025

Q225 Newsletter | Avoid Costly Mistakes - 2025 Compliance Insights Are Here

Proactive DEA compliance is more than smart — it’s the key to avoiding costly surprises. Read More