Which information should be labeled on a central fill prescription to identify both the originating and central fill sources?

• A. Name and address of central fill pharmacy
• B. Patient's name and date of birth only
• C. Name and address of originating pharmacy
• D. The name and address of originating pharmacy, plus the name or unique identifier of the central fill pharmacy

Answer: (D)

Traceability in central fill prescriptions requires labeling that identifies both the originating pharmacy and the central fill facility. When a prescription is issued by one pharmacy but fulfilled by a central fill service, patients and staff need to know where the order came from and where it was completed. Including the originating pharmacy’s name and address shows the source of the prescription, while adding the central fill pharmacy’s name or a unique identifier confirms who performed the fill. This dual identification supports accountability, recalls, inquiries, and proper communication about the medication. The other options miss either the origin or the central fill identity, leaving ambiguity about responsibility and traceability.