New! This year's edition of the California Pharmacy Law Book with Rules and Regulations

• California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL, third-party logistics provider, reverse distributor) - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

It's free, and it's online:

California Pharmacy Law Book with Rules and Regulations for the current year (PDF)

You might also be interested in:
California Pharmacy Law Changes for this current year (PDF)

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

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Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee License Application

• California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification Course for home medical device retailers - Buy now! (approved by the California Department of Public Health - Food and Drug Branch) - If you are applying for an Exemptee license, you might need required training. Take this online class to earn a CDPH-accepted course completion certificate to include in your license application packet, as proof of required training.

HMDR Exemptee License Application

Application For Home Medical Device Retailer Exemptee (on the state's webpage)

The California HMDR Exemptee license application form has been more difficult to find lately, so I've posted the link above for your convenience.

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California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification Course - Accepted by the California Department of Public Health (Food and Drug Branch)

The SkillsPlus International Inc. California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification Course is accepted by the California Department of Public Health (Food and Drug Branch)

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Implementing Pharmaceutical Serialization and Traceability Perspectives and Investments - The Pew Charitable Trusts

• The largest selection of Board-approved California Designated Representative online training classes for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Earns a training affidavit.
• Buy a course now, for:
        Wholesalers | 3PL | Reverse Distributors

Updated November 29, 2019

You might also be interested in:
Drug Supply Chain Security Act Law and Policies - FDA.org

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Implementing Pharmaceutical Serialization and Traceability Perspectives and Investments: - The Pew Charitable Trusts

"The Pew Charitable Trusts’ drug safety project and Booz Allen Hamilton conducted a qualitative assessment in 2013 of stakeholder perspectives on serialization and traceability systems across the U.S. pharmaceutical distribution supply chain. The analysis in the report Implementing a Pharmaceutical Serialization and Traceability System in the United States: Stakeholder Perspectives and Investments offers a high-level snapshot of industry expectations, system preferences, and anticipated investments that can inform implementation of DQSA. "

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Read The Report:  Implementing a Pharmaceutical Serialization and Traceability System in the United States: Stakeholder Perspectives and Investments (PDF)

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The largest selection of Board-approved California Designated Representative online training classes for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Earns a training affidavit.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

HHS, DOJ Recover $4.3B in Fraud -- HME Business

The full 107 page report is especially enlightening, as it describes specific categories and instances of fraud.

HHS, DOJ Recover $4.3B in Fraud -- HME Business:

"The federal government recovered $4.3 billion in 2013 as part of its anti-Medicare fraud efforts, according to “Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Program Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2013,” the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services annual anti-fraud report.

The full report can be downloaded as a PDF at:
http://oig.hhs.gov/publications/docs/hcfac/FY2013-hcfac.pdf "

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The full report:
The Department of Health and Human Services and The Department of Justice Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Program - Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2013 (PDF)

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CA HMDR Exemptee online internet-based training certification by SkillsPlus Intl Inc - Enhanced for iPad
The Exemptee Institute

CA Designated Representative online web-based training certification by SkillsPlus Intl Inc - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7 - Available for iPad
FL Designated Representative online e-Learning exam preparation by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.
The Designated Representative Institute

SkillsPlus Intl Info Blog

California Pharmacy Law Changes

Updated January 5, 2019:

California Board of Pharmacy - California Laws Changes effective this current year (PDF)

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Round 2 Contract Suppliers Listed

• California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification Course - for home medical device retailers.

CMS Announces Round Two Contractors -- HME Business:

"Finding Contract Holders

To find Round Two contract holder, the Competitive Bidding Implementation Contractor, Palmetto GBA, has released a PDF listing all the contract holders at [. . .]

Also, CMS’s online searchable supplier directory is already showing which providers are holding competitive bidding contracts. To find the contract-holders for specific categories in specific areas, visit [. . .]  and enter the zip code in question; select up to five product categories; and then scroll down and click the green “search” button."

Resources:
Medicare.gov - Supplier Directory - Find a Supplier by Zip Code

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California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification Course - for home medical device retailers.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

California Lawbook For Pharmacy - New - Free - Online

• California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL, third-party logistics provider, reverse distributor) - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy
• Register for a course now:
  • Wholesaler Training Course
  • 3PL Training Course
  • Reverse Distributor Training Course

Updated October 29, 2024:

The new California Lawbook For Pharmacy for the current year (pdf) has been posted by the CA Board of Pharmacy.

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

California Pharmacy Law Book - New!

SkillsPlus International Inc. is the ONLY training provider approved by the Califo

rnia State Board of Pharmacy to offer California Designated Representative training programs for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors. Sign-up for a California Designated Representative course now:

• Wholesaler Training Course
• 3PL Training Course
• Reverse Distributor Training Course

Updated March 9, 2026:

California Pharmacy Law Book with Rules and Regulations

It's here! Hot off the press, the latest edition:

California Pharmacy Law Book with Rules and Regulations for the current year (PDF)

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

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California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL, reverse distributor) - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

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• California HMDR Exemptee - Online CBT Training (skillsplusinfo.blogspot.com)

California Board of Pharmacy - Laws and Regulations

Updated October 16, 2023

The new laws for 2012 document is no longer available.

You might also be interested in:

New Pharmacy Laws for the current year (PDF) from the CA Board of Pharmacy

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

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Sherman Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Law

• California HMDR Exemptee Training Course - online training certification for home medical device retailers. $525 per student. Earns a course completion certificate accepted by the CDPH to include in your Exemptee license application. Buy now.

Updated June 25, 2021

Historically, the California Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) licensing program has posted the link to the California Sherman Food, Drug and Cosmetic Law under the category of Regulations and Statutes. The link has been removed for quite some time now.

For reference purposes only, here's a link to:

California Sherman Food, Drug and Cosmetic Law

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The California Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) licensing program is governed by law sections found in the California Sherman Food, Drug and Cosmetic Law.

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) makes the HMDR Sherman Law available by a link on its website.

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California HMDR Exemptee Training Course - online training certification for home medical device retailers. $525 per student. Earns a course completion certificate accepted by the CDPH to include in your Exemptee license application. Buy now.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Related articles

• License Search for Designated Representative-3PL (dreprof.com)

California Pharmacy Law Changes

Updated January 1, 2026

Posting this just in case you might have missed this.

California pharmacy law changes were added or amended during the last legislative session. Unless otherwise indicated, all these provisions go into effect this current year.

Here's the PDF of the changes:   California Pharmacy Law – Changes effective for the current year (pdf)

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

California Pharmacy Laws (was 2011)

Updated January 4, 2019:

California Pharmacy Law Book with Rules and Regulations for the current year (PDF) - Free

Not sure what's changed?  You might find some help in this document:
New California Pharmacy Laws effective this current year (PDF) - Free

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California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL, reverse distributor) - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Related articles

• Pharmacist pleads guilty to 3 charges (dispatch.com)

CA Designated Representative Renewal Form

• The top choice for CDR and Exemptee training! Designated Representative Training | Exemptee Training. California Designated Representative online training courses. Florida CDR training and examination preparation. California HMDR Exemptee online training certification.
  
• Board-approved California Designated Representative courses:
   - Wholesaler Training Course
   - 3PL Training Course
   - Reverse Distributor Training Course
  

Updated March 17, 2026

You may renew your license online no more than 60 days before the expiration date of the license.

Find your renewal form here:

Personal License Information/Renewal - California Board of Pharmacy

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

CA HMDR Commonly Asked Questions

• The best choice for State-approved California HMDR Exemptee training certification for home medical device retailers - Taught by SkillsPlus International Inc. | Learn more & buy!

Navigating the paperwork can be daunting. Here's a helpful document for folks having some questions, California (CA) Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Frequently Asked Questions - find this PDF on the California Home Medical Device Retail Program website.

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Related articles

• The Exemptee Institute just launched (skillsplusinfo.blogspot.com)

California Lawbook for Pharmacy - free pdf

• California Designated Representative Training Courses (approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

Updated February 26, 2026:

It's here! Access the online version of the California Lawbook for Pharmacy for the current year (free pdf).

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

CA - Forms for Drug Wholesalers and Designated Representatives

• The largest selection of Board-approved California Designated Representative online training programs. 3 distinct training courses for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Earns a Board-recognized training affidavit.

Updated June 10, 2026

There will be times when you need to submit new or revised forms to the CA State Board of Pharmacy. Here's a collection of forms that might be useful to drug wholesalers, and designated representatives.

Just a tip, make sure to pay attention to the requirements for when some of these forms need to be submitted. For example, changes in the designated representative in charge need to be reported within 30 days of a change.

Go to the California Board of Pharmacy - forms for applicants


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The largest selection of Board-approved California Designated Representative online training programs. 3 distinct training courses for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Earns a Board-recognized training affidavit.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

CA HMDR FAQs

California Home Medical Device Retail FAQs

• California Exemptee Training - SkillsPlus International Inc. - for home medical device retailers (HMDR) - $525 per student - Buy Now! 

Here's something you might find helpful, The CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) licensing program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - find this PDF on the California Home Medical Device Retail Program website

Here are the questions that are answered:

1. What is an HMDR business and who needs an HMDR license from the DHS, Food and Drug Branch?
2. Where can I get an HMDR license application and what are the fees?
3. Are there exceptions to the kinds of facilities that are required to have an HMDR license?
4. What is the licensing process and how long does the process take?
5. Can I operate my HMDR business without a valid license?
6. After my facility is inspected, how long afterwards must I wait for my facility license?
7. If my facility fails to meet compliance standards, what happens?
8. If I move or sell my business, can my license be transferred?
9. What is a Temporary License, and what are the criteria for receiving one?
10. What are dangerous or “legend” devices?
11. I wish to dispense legend medical devices from my HMDR. Do I need a special license?
12. How can I obtain an HMDR exemptee license?
13. Can I obtain an exemptee license without working at a HMDR facility?
14. What about HMDR renewal inspections? How frequently are they conducted, and what are some common violations found?
15. How can I get a copy of the HMDR Law and/or guidance on requirements?

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California Exemptee Training - SkillsPlus International Inc. - for home medical device retailers (HMDR) - $525 per student - state approved

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute