What should a pharmacy report if they cannot provide the order form numbers for a stolen DEA Form 222?

• A. The serial numbers from the form, if available.
• B. Date or approximate date of issuance.
• C. The issuing authority.
• D. The location of the theft.

Answer: (B)

When a DEA Form 222 is stolen and you can’t provide the form numbers, the date of issuance (or an approximate date) is the most useful detail to report. This date helps the DEA locate the specific form in their records and determine which orders might be affected, since form records are tied to issuance dates. Serial numbers would be helpful if you had them, but if they’re unavailable, the issuance date serves as the key identifier. The location of the theft is typically a matter for local law enforcement, not for matching the missing form in the DEA’s tracking system, and the issuing authority is usually already part of your registration records, making the date the primary practical detail to provide.