EPCS Measures to Curb the Opioid Crisis
In addition to the toll it’s taken on many lives, an estimated more than $500 billion loss results from the opioid crisis annually, putting a massive strain on the healthcare system. This post looks at ways EPCS is giving clinicians and pharmacists a tool to combat the opioid crisis.
Celebrating National Pharmacist Day
January 12th is National Pharmacist Day! Little explanation is needed as to why these unsung heroes of the healthcare world deserve a day of celebration. At some point or another, we’ve all been to the pharmacy counter to pick up a prescription. Or maybe we’ve even approached to ask which medicine would best treat our […]
6 Common e-Prescribe Errors [and How to Solve for Them]
Electronic prescriptions have revolutionized the healthcare industry. E-prescribe technology has saved time and money for both patients and practices. Compared to “old school” handwritten prescriptions, electronic prescribing substantially reduces the number of errors made by practitioners and pharmacists. However, e-prescribe is far from perfect. In fact, many practices struggle with the new set of issues […]