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Key Facts: AZ MPJE Exam

120

Questions

100 scored + 20 pretest

75

Passing Score

NABP scaled score

2.5h

Exam Time

Pearson VUE

7yr

Record Retention

AZ requirement

30h/2yr

CE Required

AZ renewal

$270

Exam Fee

NABP 2026

The AZ MPJE covers federal pharmacy law (DEA, FDA, CSA, HIPAA) and Arizona-specific regulations including CSPMP mandatory checks, 5-day opioid supply limit, 90 MME/day cap, pharmacist contraceptive prescribing, naloxone access, 7-year record retention, 30h/2yr CE, and collaborative practice.

Sample AZ MPJE Practice Questions

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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, and a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision.
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 Schedule II controlled substance transfers 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 prescriptions within 6 months from the date issued.
4The Durham-Humphrey Amendment of 1951 established which key distinction?
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 established the distinction between prescription (legend) drugs and OTC drugs.
5Under OBRA '90, pharmacists in Medicaid programs must 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 pharmacist DUR and patient counseling for Medicaid patients.
6The PPPA requires child-resistant packaging for most prescription drugs. Which is exempt?
A.Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets
B.Amoxicillin capsules
C.Metformin tablets
D.Lisinopril tablets
Explanation: Sublingual nitroglycerin is exempt from child-resistant packaging due to the need for immediate access in cardiac emergencies.
7What is the primary purpose of the DSCSA?
A.Regulate DTC advertising
B.Create an electronic system to track and trace prescription drugs
C.Establish drug pricing transparency
D.Monitor PBM practices
Explanation: The DSCSA establishes requirements for an electronic, interoperable system to track prescription drugs through the supply chain.
8Under HIPAA, a pharmacy may disclose PHI without authorization for which purpose?
A.Marketing
B.Treatment, payment, and healthcare operations
C.Employment checks
D.Sale of mailing lists
Explanation: HIPAA permits PHI disclosure without authorization for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations (TPO).
9How often must a pharmacy conduct a DEA-required inventory of controlled substances?
A.Monthly
B.Quarterly
C.Biennially (every 2 years)
D.Annually
Explanation: DEA requires a complete controlled substance inventory 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 must be filed for theft or significant loss of controlled substances.

About the AZ MPJE Exam

The Arizona MPJE tests knowledge of federal pharmacy law and Arizona-specific pharmacy regulations under A.R.S. Title 32 Chapter 18. Required alongside the NAPLEX for pharmacist licensure in Arizona.

Exam sponsor: NABP / AZ State 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.

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, contraceptive prescribing, collaborative practice

24%

Dispensing Requirements

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

21%

Pharmacy Operations

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

Preparing for the AZ MPJE Exam

What You Need to Know

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

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AZ MPJE: Suggested Study Strategy

1Study A.R.S. Title 32 Chapter 18 for Arizona-specific pharmacy regulations
2Master DEA controlled substance schedules, forms, and corresponding responsibility
3Know Arizona CSPMP requirements and the Opioid Epidemic Act provisions
4Review Arizona pharmacist contraceptive prescribing authority (A.R.S. § 32-1979)
5Understand federal vs. state law conflicts — the more restrictive law prevails

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AZ MPJE passing score?

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

What Arizona laws are tested?

The AZ MPJE covers A.R.S. Title 32 Chapter 18, Board rules, CSPMP requirements, opioid prescribing limits, and state-specific dispensing regulations.

Can Arizona pharmacists prescribe hormonal contraceptives?

Yes, Arizona law (A.R.S. § 32-1979) allows pharmacists to independently prescribe and dispense hormonal contraceptives after completing required training.

How many CE hours does Arizona require?

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

What is Arizona's initial opioid supply limit?

Arizona limits initial opioid prescriptions for opioid-naive patients to a 5-day supply and 90 MME/day under the Arizona Opioid Epidemic Act.