California MD's DEA Registration Revoked for Good
Published Date: 2/7/2025
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Summary
Dr. Massoud Amini from California lost his DEA license to handle controlled substances because he no longer has state permission to do so. He didn’t ask for a hearing to challenge this, so the DEA officially revoked his registration. This means he can’t legally prescribe or manage controlled drugs anymore, effective immediately.
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DEA Registration Revoked for Dr. Amini
The DEA revoked Massoud Amini, M.D.'s Certificate of Registration No. BA6612142 because his California medical license was revoked effective January 12, 2024. As of the DEA Order effective March 10, 2025, he may not legally prescribe, dispense, or otherwise handle controlled substances.
Pending Renewal and New Registration Applications Denied
The Order denies any pending applications of Massoud Amini, M.D., to renew or modify DEA Certificate No. BA6612142 and denies any pending application for additional DEA registration in California. This denial is effective March 10, 2025.
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