Effective January 1, 2021, the Texas Controlled Substances Act and TDLR rule 16 TAC § 130.59 require that prescriptions for controlled substances be issued electronically, except in limited circumstances. TDLR may issue a waiver from this requirement based upon demonstrated necessity. A waiver, if granted, may not exceed one year. A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine may reapply for a subsequent waiver not earlier than the 30th day before the date the waiver expires if the circumstances that necessitated the waiver continue.
To begin the waiver application process, please complete the Electronic Prescribing Waiver Form (PDF).
A list of podiatrists with waivers will be posted on the TDLR Podiatry website when it becomes available.
More information including FAQs, and detailed guidance can be found on the Prescription Information page.