Here’s what you should know.
1. The state took issue with his treatment of seven patients from September 2005 to July 2017.
2. Dr. Spagnoletti allegedly prescribed several full-month supplies of painkillers weeks apart to at least one patient that was at high-risk of opiate abuse. He also allegedly prescribed opioids to a patient for more than six years. The patient had told Dr. Spagnoletti they wanted to quit taking the pain pills and enter a detox center.
2. The state banned Dr. Spagnoletti from treating patients and prescribing drugs. He will remain banned until he goes before a judge.
4. Dr. Spagnoletti denied any wrongdoing.
5. Dr. Spagnoletti has been barred from practicing medicine since August 2017. He cannot enter a medical office when patients are present, and he must seek board approval to engage in any nonclinical medical employment.
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