Discuss the considerations that must be met when setting up electronic prescriptions for controlled substances. The chief of staff at ABC university hospital asks you about EPCS. You explain EPCS has had a rule since 2010, and some states have even mandated it. You explain that a good amount of the cost is in the purchase of the secure authentication solution. He asks the following questions: What are the options for a provider? Which option would you recommend, and why? Is there any ROI (return on investment) ROI = (Net profit/Cost of Investment) x 100? If not, then why would we do this? Explain, from the prescriber, pharmacist, and patient perspective, the benefits and downside of EPCS and House Bill 21.

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While setting up electronic prescriptions for controlled substances EPCS there are a few significant considerations to address including security compliance with regulations expenses and benefits Here ... View the full answer