Licensing & Credentialing
Board of Pharmacy
BOP
The state agency that licenses pharmacies and pharmacists and inspects them for compliance with state pharmacy law. Requirements vary by state.
In depth
Each state board sets its own rules for licensure, staffing, recordkeeping, postings, compounding, and inspections, layered on top of federal requirements. Because the specifics differ by state, an independent pharmacy has to track its own state’s posting list, renewal deadlines, and inspection checklist. A mock inspection mirrors the board’s walk-through so gaps are found and fixed before the real visit.