§16-5W-8. Limitation of additional record keeping and liability.
(a) Official state prescription paper may include unique serial numbers for tracking purposes and to decrease potential fraud. Inclusion of a serial number does not:

(1) Place additional tracking or reporting responsibilities on a practitioner or pharmacist with the exception of those listed in section six of this act; or

(2) Affect the liability or responsibility of a practitioner or a pharmacist.

(b) Use of official West Virginia prescription paper shall meet all requirements issued by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services for the use of tamper-resistant security features.

Note: WV Code updated with legislation passed through the 2012 1st Special Session