Prescribing or administering certain controlled substances for treatment of intractable pain not grounds for initiating disciplinary action. A physician is not subject to disciplinary action solely for:
1. Prescribing or administering to a patient under his care a controlled substance which is listed in schedule II, III, IV or V by the State Board of Pharmacy pursuant to NRS 453.146, if the controlled substance is lawfully prescribed or administered for the treatment of intractable pain in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.
2. Engaging in any activity in accordance with the provisions of chapter 453A of NRS.
Last modified: February 27, 2006