Task Force to Study the Electronic Transmission of Prescriptions and Prescription Information via Electronic Devices (Resolution No. 97-2-01)

May 9, 2001 3:16 pm Topics: Electronic prescriptions and Resolutions

Resolution No. 97-2-01
TITLE: Task Force to Study the Electronic Transmission of Prescriptions and Prescription Information via Electronic Devices
Action: Passed

Whereas, the electronic transmission of prescriptions and prescription information is an increasing activity in the practice of pharmacy; and

Whereas, the use of electronic devices to transmit prescriptions and prescription information is becoming increasingly prevalent in pharmacy practice; and

Whereas, boards of pharmacy support the regulated use of technology to electronically transmit prescriptions and prescription information in a secure and confidential manner;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that NABP commission a task force to study the need for, and possible development of, standards and model regulations for the use of electronic devices in the electronic transmission of prescriptions and patient information.

(Resolution passed at NABP’s 97th Annual Meeting, Seattle, WA)