What is the typical visit requirement of a consultant pharmacist for clinics that do not use controlled substances?

In New Mexico, the typical visit requirement for a consultant pharmacist at clinics that do not use controlled substances is annually. This annual requirement reflects the state's regulations concerning the oversight of medication management in such clinics where controlled substances, which often necessitate closer monitoring and more frequent consultations, are not involved.

This frequency helps ensure that the pharmacist can effectively review and oversee the medication regimens without the heightened need for increased oversight that controlled substances would necessitate, such as potential for abuse, dependency, or complex regulatory concerns. This relaxed schedule allows healthcare facilities to maintain adequate pharmaceutical oversight while balancing the practical needs of their operations.

The other options suggest more frequent visits, which would be overly prescriptive for a setting where controlled substances are not present and the risk factors associated with medication mismanagement are lower. Therefore, the annual visit aligns with the regulatory framework that aims to ensure patient safety while considering the specific practice setting.