### Question
What is the definition of qualifying other practitioner?


### Answer
The definition of **qualifying other practitioner** is as follows in *21 U.S.C. § 823*:

> a nurse practitioner or physician assistant who satisfies each of the following:


(I) The nurse practitioner or physician assistant is licensed under State law to prescribe schedule III, IV, or V medications for the treatment of pain

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 823*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13-DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND CONTROL > SUBCHAPTER I-CONTROL AND ENFORCEMENT > Part C-Registration of Manufacturers, Distributors, and Dispensers of Controlled Substances**

