Ohio Nurse Practitioner Loses DEA License Over Renewal Application Lie
Published Date: 10/17/2025
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Summary
Grace S. Joanita, a nurse practitioner from Ohio, lost her DEA registration because she lied on her renewal application. She didn’t respond to the government’s warnings or ask for a hearing, so her registration was officially revoked. This means she can no longer legally handle controlled substances, effective immediately.
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DEA Registration Revoked; Controlled Substances Ban
The DEA revoked Grace S. Joanita's Certificate of Registration No. MJ5209677. As of November 17, 2025, she is no longer legally allowed to handle, dispense, or otherwise possess controlled substances under that registration.
Pending Renewal and New Applications Denied in Ohio
The DEA also denied any pending applications by Grace S. Joanita to renew or modify her registration and denied any pending application for additional registration in Ohio. Those denials are effective November 17, 2025.
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