Information for Obtaining your Texas DPS certificate
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Controlled Substances Registration Program
The Controlled Substances Registration Program was established as a result of the passage of the Texas Controlled Substances Act in 1973. This program involves the registration of all persons or institutions that manufacture, distribute, analyze, or dispense controlled substances in Texas. Registrants include practitioners (medical doctors, dentists, veterinarians, podiatrists, therapeutic optometrists), mid-level practitioners (advanced practice nurses and physicians' assistants), pharmacies, hospitals, manufacturers, researchers, teaching institutions, distributors, and analysts. There are approximately 75,000 registrants currently registered. The purpose of registering these individuals and institutions is to attempt to more effectively control the diversion of controlled substances from legitimate channels and to promote public health and welfare by controlling illegal drug trafficking.
If you are required to register and need to obtain an application, please contact this program at 512-424-2188 or by e-mail at tppcsr@txdps.state.tx.us. You will need to provide your name, including degree (i.e., MD, DO, DDS) or business activity, mailing address, and telephone number. A registration fee of $25 will be required for the initial issuance of the registration and for each subsequent renewal.
If you would like to search the Controlled Substances Registration database for a specific licensee, please click here
Anyone with additional questions regarding the Controlled Substances Registration Program may visit the Frequently asked questions page or contact the program by e-mail at: tppcsr@txdps.state.tx.us.