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Key Facts: AK MPJE Exam

120

Questions

100 scored + 20 pretest

Passing Score

NABP scaled score

2.5h

Exam Time

Pearson VUE

4:1

Tech Ratio

AK max

30h/2yr

CE Required

AK renewal

$270

Exam Fee

NABP 2026

The AK MPJE covers federal pharmacy law (DEA, FDA, CSA, HIPAA) and Alaska-specific regulations including telepharmacy services, PDMP mandatory checks, 7-day initial opioid supply limit, naloxone standing orders, collaborative drug therapy management, 30h/2yr CE, and 4:1 technician ratio.

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1Under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which DEA schedule includes drugs with the highest potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical use?

A.Schedule I

B.Schedule II

C.Schedule III

D.Schedule IV

Explanation: Schedule I substances have a high potential for abuse, no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States, and a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision. Examples include heroin, LSD, and MDMA.

2A DEA Form 222 is required for the transfer of which schedule of controlled substances between registrants?

A.Schedule II only

B.Schedules II and III

C.Schedules III through V

D.All controlled substances

Explanation: DEA Form 222 (or its electronic equivalent under CSOS) is required for the distribution and transfer of Schedule II controlled substances between DEA registrants.

3Under federal law, what is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule III controlled substance prescription?

A.No refills allowed

B.Up to 3 refills within 6 months

C.Up to 5 refills within 6 months

D.Up to 5 refills within 1 year

Explanation: Federal law allows up to 5 refills for Schedule III-V controlled substance prescriptions within 6 months from the date the prescription was issued.

4The Durham-Humphrey Amendment of 1951 established which key distinction in drug classification?

A.Generic vs. brand-name drugs

B.Prescription (legend) vs. over-the-counter drugs

C.Controlled vs. non-controlled substances

D.Biological vs. chemical drugs

Explanation: The Durham-Humphrey Amendment to the FDCA established the distinction between prescription (legend) drugs and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.

5Under OBRA '90, pharmacists participating in Medicaid programs are required to perform which of the following?

A.Drug utilization review and patient counseling

B.Compounding of specialty medications

C.Verification of patient insurance

D.Annual inventory of controlled substances

Explanation: OBRA '90 mandated that pharmacists provide drug utilization review (DUR) and offer to counsel Medicaid patients on their prescriptions.

6The Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) requires child-resistant packaging for most prescription drugs. Which of the following is an exemption?

A.Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets

B.Amoxicillin capsules

C.Metformin tablets

D.Lisinopril tablets

Explanation: Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets are exempt from child-resistant packaging requirements under the PPPA because they require immediate access in emergency cardiac situations.

7What is the primary purpose of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)?

A.Regulate direct-to-consumer advertising

B.Create an electronic system to track and trace prescription drugs

C.Establish drug pricing transparency

D.Monitor pharmacy benefit manager practices

Explanation: The DSCSA establishes requirements for an electronic, interoperable system to identify and trace certain prescription drugs as they are distributed in the United States.

8Under HIPAA, a pharmacy may disclose protected health information (PHI) without patient authorization for which purpose?

A.Marketing of new pharmaceutical products

B.Treatment, payment, and healthcare operations

C.Employment background checks

D.Sale of patient mailing lists

Explanation: HIPAA permits disclosure of PHI without patient authorization for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations (TPO).

9How often must a pharmacy conduct an inventory of Schedule II controlled substances according to DEA regulations?

A.Monthly

B.Quarterly

C.Biennially (every 2 years)

D.Annually

Explanation: DEA regulations require a complete inventory of all controlled substances (Schedules II-V) at least every two years (biennially).

10A pharmacist discovers a significant loss of Schedule II controlled substances. Which DEA form must be filed?

A.DEA Form 41

B.DEA Form 106

C.DEA Form 222

D.DEA Form 224

Explanation: DEA Form 106 (Report of Theft or Significant Loss of Controlled Substances) must be filed when a pharmacy discovers a significant loss or theft of controlled substances.

About the AK MPJE Exam

The Alaska MPJE tests knowledge of federal pharmacy law and Alaska-specific pharmacy regulations under AS 08.80. Required alongside the NAPLEX for pharmacist licensure in Alaska.

Exam sponsor: NABP / AK Board of Pharmacy. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

120 questions

Time Limit

2.5 hours

Passing Score

75 (scaled score)

Exam / Certification Fees

$270

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Not publicly reported. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Official sources

NABP / AK Board of Pharmacy: official exam information

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

22%

Licensure & Personnel

Pharmacist qualifications, intern/technician requirements, license renewal, disciplinary actions

33%

Pharmacist Practice

Prescription requirements, counseling, controlled substance rules, telepharmacy, collaborative practice

24%

Dispensing Requirements

Generic substitution, prescription transfers, DUR, labeling, PDMP checking

21%

Pharmacy Operations

Controlled substance records, compounding standards, pharmacy permits, automated dispensing

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Passing score: 75 (scaled score)
Exam length: 120 questions
Time limit: 2.5 hours
Exam / certification fees: $270 Official sources

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AK MPJE: Suggested Study Strategy

1Study AS 08.80 for Alaska-specific pharmacy regulations and telepharmacy rules

2Master DEA controlled substance schedules, forms (222, 106, 41), and corresponding responsibility

3Know Alaska PDMP requirements and mandatory query triggers for Schedules II-IV

4Review Alaska naloxone standing order and collaborative drug therapy management

5Understand federal vs. state law conflicts — the more restrictive law prevails

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AK MPJE passing score?

The Alaska MPJE requires a scaled score of 75. The exam has 120 questions (100 scored, 20 pretest) over 2.5 hours at Pearson VUE.

What Alaska laws are tested?

The AK MPJE covers AS 08.80, Board of Pharmacy regulations, PDMP requirements, telepharmacy rules, and state-specific dispensing/controlled substance regulations.

Does Alaska allow telepharmacy?

Yes, Alaska permits telepharmacy services to serve rural and remote communities where a local pharmacy is not available, with pharmacist supervision via audio/video technology.

How many CE hours does Alaska require?

Alaska requires 30 hours of ACPE-accredited continuing pharmacy education per 2-year renewal period.

What is Alaska's initial opioid supply limit?

Alaska limits initial opioid prescriptions for acute pain to a 7-day supply.

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