The triplicate prescriptions utilized pursuant to this program shall be retained as follows:

(1) The original prescription shall be provided to the patient unless the drug is dispensed or administered to the patient by the practitioner, or if an emergency prescription is issued. In instances where the drug is dispensed or administered, the provisions of WAC 246-800-140 shall apply. In the case of an emergency prescription, the provisions of WAC 246-800-150 shall apply;

(2) One copy shall be transmitted to the department. These copies shall be transmitted to the department monthly unless otherwise directed by the disciplinary authority;

(3) One copy shall be retained by the health care practitioner and shall be available for inspection by an authorized representative of the department.

(4) Any official triplicate prescription forms improperly completed, damaged or otherwise not utilized shall be accounted for by the practitioner. An explanation and accounting for the forms not properly utilized, along with any improperly completed or damaged triplicate prescriptions forms shall be returned to the department along with the other copies to be submitted pursuant to this rule.