Barry Backiewicz, D.D.S.; Decision and Order
By Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration
Originally at federalregister.gov
Summary & scoring by The Bell Brief (Dr. Jennifer Bell) using the Drill-Down Protocol (Drill-Down Score) — not the original publisher.
Why it matters for dental
DEA revocation of a dentist’s registration eliminates the ability to prescribe controlled substances, a core revenue and service line for any Ohio dental practice; owners and associates must verify current state licensure to avoid sudden loss of prescribing authority.
Key points
- DEA ordered revocation of Barry Backiewicz, D.D.S.’s Certificate of Registration No. BB2606436 effective November 25, 2026, after his Ohio dental license expired on December 31, 2023.
- DEA cited 21 U.S.C. 824(a)(3) because the registrant lacked state authority to dispense controlled substances in Ohio.
- DEA found the registrant in default for not requesting a hearing after the April 7, 2026 Order to Show Cause and deemed all allegations admitted.
- Ohio statute requires dentists to hold an active license under Chapter 4715 to prescribe or administer controlled substances.
Who should care
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