7% of 2008 prescriptions expected to be e-prescribed; CMS, DEA push to raise number even higher

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Article Overview

This article covers the expansion of e-prescribing in 2008 and the policy, technology, and workflow issues affecting adoption. It focuses on federal activity from CMS, DEA, and HHS, along with industry initiatives, pharmacy connectivity, and physician practice considerations. The piece is relevant to providers, practice managers, health IT vendors, and anyone tracking Medicare-related prescribing policy and electronic transmission of prescriptions.

Why This Topic Matters

E-prescribing affects medication workflow, pharmacy connectivity, and compliance with evolving federal and state rules. Understanding the regulatory and operational context helps practices evaluate adoption and prepare for changes affecting electronic and faxed prescription transmission.

Article Sections

  1. E-prescribing growth and federal policy changes

    This section discusses projected adoption of electronic prescribing and the broader policy environment influencing its use. It includes federal activity involving CMS, DEA, HHS, and congressional interest.

  2. CMS fax ban raises controversy

    This section addresses changes related to Medicare Part D and the treatment of computer-generated faxes. It also summarizes reactions from vendors and industry participants.

  3. Free software available; portal coming

    This section describes access initiatives, practice onboarding efforts, and a web portal intended to help physicians connect to electronic prescribing resources. It also discusses adoption barriers, workflow considerations, and the role of pharmacy connectivity networks.

What You Will Learn

  • How e-prescribing adoption was expected to change during the period discussed
  • Which federal agencies and organizations were influencing e-prescribing policy
  • What kinds of technology and workflow issues affected physician adoption
  • How industry initiatives were trying to support physician participation
  • Why pharmacy connectivity and electronic transmission standards mattered to practices

Who Should Read This

  • Physicians
  • Practice managers
  • Medical office staff
  • Health IT vendors
  • Coding and reimbursement professionals
  • Healthcare compliance teams

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