Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) (NAHP) Practice Exam

A physician's narcotic license is typically renewed every year. This is because drugs that are considered narcotics can be highly addictive and require close monitoring. Renewing the license annually ensures that the physician is up-to-date with current regulations and practices. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they suggest a less frequent renewal period, which would not provide sufficient oversight for the use and distribution of narcotics.