North Carolina Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licensing
Licensing requirements for North Carolina healthcare and pharmaceutical companies and individuals.
This page provides an overview of healthcare and pharmaceutical industry licensing in North Carolina for individuals and businesses. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
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Company Licenses
North Carolina Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Company Licenses
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Analytical Laboratory
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Animal Shelter
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $150 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $150 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Clinic
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
Initial Registration
Form: | Form DHHS 224-D: Clinic Registration (incl. Animal Hospitals) |
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Agency Fee: | $125 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $125 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Distributor
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
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Agency Fee: | $500 |
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Agency Fee: | $500 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Dog Handler
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
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Agency Fee: | $150 |
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Agency Fee: | $150 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Hospital
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
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Agency Fee: | $300 |
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Agency Fee: | $300 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Manufacturer
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
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Agency Fee: | $600 |
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Agency Fee: | $600 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Nursing Home
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Teaching Institution
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
North Carolina Out-of-State Pharmacy Permit
Agency: | North Carolina Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $500 |
Turnaround: | 6 weeks |
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Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $200 |
Due: | Annually by December 31. |
Individual Licenses
North Carolina Individual Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licenses
North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration - Researcher
Agency: | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Drug Control Unit |
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Agency Fee: | $125 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $125 |
Due: | Licenses expire annually by the date of issuance. All renewal forms and fees must received at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the license. |
Learn about healthcare and pharmaceutical licensing in other states:
Controlled Substance Registration - In addition to a pharmacy license, controlled substance registration registration is required in many states for pharmacies that distribute controlled substances.
NABP (National Association of Boards of Pharmacy) - Host a variety of programs and resources relating to pharmacist and pharmacy licensure and examination.
Pharmacist in Charge - A licensed pharmacist designated by a pharmacy to act as the party responsible for compliance with regulations.
VPP (Verified Pharmacy Program) - A program run by NABP that allows state boards to share information and more easily register out-of-state pharmacies.