Fees and Renewals
Important Notice
- New Fees Effective 5/1/09
License Renewal Fees
| Board Code | License Type | Renewal Fee for License Expiring BEFORE | Renewal Fee for License Expiring | Renewal Time | Renewal Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PH | Pharmacist | $75 | $150 | 31-Dec/Even Year | Biennial (2 year) |
| PN | Nuclear Pharmacist | $75 | $150 | 31-Dec/Even Year | Biennial (2 year) |
| PI | Pharmacy Internship | N/A | N/A | Not applicable | None |
| PT | Pharmacy Technician | $51 | $60 | Birthday | Biennial |
| DS | Drug Store | $351 | $525 | 31-Dec/Odd Year | Biennial |
| CS | Controlled Substance | $151 | $225 | 31-Dec/Odd Year | Biennial (2 year) |
| CF | Certificate of Fitness (optional) | $120 | $180 | 31-Dec/Odd Year | Biennial |
| Change of Manager | $351 each application | $525 each application | Not applicable | None | |
| NU | Nuclear Pharmacy | $351 | $525 | 31-Dec/Odd Year | Biennial (2 year) |
| CS | Nuclear Controlled Substance | $151 | $225 | 31-Dec/Odd Year | Biennial (2 year) |
| WD | Wholesale Distributor Permit | $600 | $900 | 30-Nov | Annual |
| CS | Wholesale Distrib. Controlled Sub. Schedules II-VI | $151 | $225 | 30-Nov | Annual |
| CS | Wholesale Distribub. Controlled Sub. Schedules III-VI | $151 | $225 | 30-Nov | Annual |
| CS | Wholesale Distribub. Controlled Sub. Schedule VI | $151 | $225 | 30-Nov | Annual |
The following fees apply to all Boards of Registration:
Category | Fee | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Late Renewal Fee | $57 | per license renewal (Fee is in addition to renewal fee if renewal is received beyond license expiration date). |
| Certified Statement of Registration | $15 | per licensee |
| Duplicate License | $17 | per license |
| Name Change | $27 | per license |
| Wall Certificate/Duplicate Wall Certificate of Registration | Variable | Contact PCS |
| Handling Charge for Returned Checks | $23 | per check |
| Public Information CD-ROM | $30 | per item in the form |
The Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy has contracted with Professional Credential Services, Inc. (PCS), Nashville, TN, to process its applications for examination and licensure / registration of pharmacists, pharmacy interns and pharmacy technicians. These services include all activities related to the dissemination of forms and the evaluation of any applications for the above referenced candidates. Applicants for a license / registration in pharmacy must submit all of their information directly to PCS. For additional information regarding fees, please contact PCS via the information provided below.
Professional Credential Services Contact Information
Address: 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 800
Nashville, TN 37219
Telephone: (877) 887-9727 - within the United States
(615) 880-4275 - outside the United States
Internet: www.pcshq.com
This information is provided by the Division of Health Professions Licensure within the Department of Public Health.