Many Healthcare Providers Use Standalone Electronic Prescription Systems, but Few

question 7

Multiple Choice

Many healthcare providers use standalone electronic prescription systems, but few of them qualify as eRx systems under MIPPA. Which of the following is the most likely reason why electronic prescription systems do not qualify?

• A) They do not meet the needs of the medical providers that use them.
• B) They transmit prescription information insecurely.
• C) They work well but need extensive and costly changes to meet eRx standards.
• D) They will have to meet eRx standards by 2015.

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