E-PRESCRIBING: 3 Tips Help You Transition Easily to E-Prescribing

Why This Topic Matters

Understanding the basics of e-prescribing setup and reporting can help a practice prepare for incentive participation and avoid missing important program requirements. It is also relevant to staff responsible for workflow, training, and Medicare-related billing coordination.

Article Sections

1. Incentive program overview

   Introduces the e-prescribing incentive program and explains why practices may be reviewing participation requirements. It provides the general context for timing, bonuses, and potential penalties.

2. Know 4 E-Script Requirements

   Summarizes the broad capabilities a qualified e-prescribing system is expected to support. The section focuses on system functionality and access to medication and benefit-related information.

3. Report the Appropriate Codes

   Discusses the Medicare reporting portion of e-prescribing participation and references the billing framework tied to qualifying services. It also includes a brief illustrative example of reporting in practice.

4. Get a Handle on Training

   Covers staff training considerations, including how practices may organize training and prepare users for system adoption. It also addresses coordination with pharmacies and implementation readiness.