Arkansas § 17-95-703 Definitions

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§ 17-95-703 — Definitions

Arkansas § 17-95-703

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Ark. Code Ann. § 17-95-703 (2026).

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As used in this subchapter:

(1)"Chronic intractable pain" means a pain state for which the cause of the pain cannot be removed or otherwise treated and for which no relief or cure has been found after reasonable efforts by a physician;

(2)(A) "Dangerous or controlled drugs" means drugs used for pain relief, including, but not limited to:

(i)Opioids; and (ii) Other drugs classified under Schedule II, III, IV, or V by the United States Food and Drug Administration.

(B)"Dangerous or controlled drugs" does not include any substance the prescription of which is illegal under federal law;

(3)"Disciplinary action" means any remedial or punitive sanctions imposed on a licensed physician by the Arkansas State Medical Board;

(4)"Patient" means a person seeking medical diagnosis and treatment;

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As used in this subchapter: (1) "Chronic intractable pain" means a pain state for which the cause of the pain cannot be removed or otherwise treated and for which no relief or cure has been found after reasonable efforts by a physician; (2) (A) "Dangerous or controlled drugs" means drugs used for pain relief, including, but not limited to: (i) Opioids; and (ii) Other drugs classified under Schedule II, III, IV, or V by the United States Food and Drug Administration. (B) "Dangerous or controlled drugs" does not include any substance the prescription of which is illegal under federal law; (3) "Disciplinary action" means any remedial or punitive sanctions imposed on a licensed physician by the Arkansas State Medical Board; (4) "Patient" means a person seeking medical diagnosis and treatment; and (5) "Physician" means a licensee of the board.