Electronic transmission of prescriptions

Similarly, although some states restrict electronic transmission of prescriptions, it is clear that this type of communication of prescriptions is increasing. Medication dispensing errors can be reduced with electronic prescription transmission. Several states have developed or are in the process of developing guidelines to ensure proper handling of electronic prescriptions. 

To allow the pilots for electronic transmission of prescriptions (ETP) to go ahead in England, the Prescription Only Medicines Order was amended to allow authorised prescribers who were participating in the pilot schemes to sign prescription forms digitally in place of ink signatures. 

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