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Key Facts: GA MPJE Exam

120

Questions

100 scored + 20 pretest

75

Passing Score

Scaled / GA Board FAQ

2.5h

Exam Time

Pearson VUE

4:1

Tech Ratio Max

Rule 480-15-.03

30h/2yr

CE Required

GA renewal

$270

Total NABP Fees

$100 + $170

The GA MPJE covers federal and Georgia pharmacy law under the NABP Competency Statements (Licensure/Personnel 22%, Pharmacist Practice 33%, Dispensing 24%, Operations 21%). High-yield Georgia topics include PDMP reporting within 24 hours, APRN/PA Schedule II emergency 5-day limits, naloxone standing order, 30h/2yr CE, and up to 4:1 technician supervision with certification rules.

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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. Schedules III-V can be transferred using invoices with specific record-keeping requirements.
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. Schedule II prescriptions cannot be refilled.
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 Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (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: The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (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 to protect consumers from exposure to drugs that may be counterfeit, stolen, contaminated, or otherwise harmful.
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). Other disclosures generally require written patient authorization.
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). The initial inventory must be taken on the date the registrant first engages in the activity.
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 GA MPJE Exam

The Georgia MPJE tests knowledge of federal pharmacy law and Georgia-specific pharmacy regulations under O.C.G.A. Title 26 Chapter 4. Required alongside the NAPLEX for pharmacist licensure in Georgia.

Exam sponsor: NABP / GA 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 total ($100 + $170)

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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, collaborative practice agreements

24%

Dispensing Requirements

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

21%

Pharmacy Operations

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

Preparing for the GA 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 total ($100 + $170) Official sources

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GA MPJE: Suggested Study Strategy

1Study O.C.G.A. Title 26 Chapter 4 for Georgia-specific pharmacy regulations
2Master DEA controlled substance schedules, forms (222, 106, 41), and corresponding responsibility
3Know Georgia PDMP requirements and mandatory query triggers
4Review Georgia naloxone standing order and collaborative practice agreements
5Understand federal vs. state law conflicts — the more restrictive law prevails

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GA MPJE passing score?

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

What Georgia laws are tested?

The GA MPJE covers O.C.G.A. Title 26 Chapter 4, Board of Pharmacy rules, PDMP requirements, and state-specific dispensing/controlled substance regulations.

What is the technician ratio in Georgia?

Georgia Board Rule 480-15-.03 allows a pharmacist to supervise up to four registered pharmacy technicians: 1–2 techs need no certification; supervising three requires at least one certified; supervising four requires at least two certified. Hospitals may apply to the Board for a higher ratio.

How many CE hours does Georgia require?

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

What is Georgia's opioid supply limit?

Georgia does not impose a general statewide 5-day acute-pain opioid limit on all practitioners. Under Board Rule 480-22, APRNs and PAs issuing certain emergency Schedule II controlled-substance orders are limited to an initial prescription not exceeding a five-day supply when statutory/protocol conditions are met. Prescribers must also follow PDMP check rules for Schedule II opioids/cocaine derivatives and benzodiazepines.