Which of the following best represents a suspicious order example?

• A. Orders of unusual size
• B. Regular, predictable orders
• C. Short, infrequent orders
• D. Orders by a known prescriber with stable history

Answer: (A)

Suspicious orders are those that break with a customer’s usual purchasing pattern. An order of unusual size stands out because it involves quantities far beyond what the customer typically buys, signaling a potential for stockpiling, diversion, or illicit use.

Regular, predictable orders fit normal demand patterns and aren’t inherently suspicious. Short, infrequent orders can be legitimate or simply atypical for a short period. An order from a known prescriber with a stable history might be legitimate medical use, and by itself doesn’t indicate wrongdoing, though it could warrant review if paired with other red flags.