What are the benefits of Surescripts Prescription History Service for Hospitals?
Surescripts Prescription History for Hospitals service provides a purchasing history of prescription drugs that was covered by the patient’s pharmacy benefit. This data along with a certified software application’s DUR capabilities can provide the following benefits: Improve patient safety Avoid drug duplication Reduce adverse drug events Monitor patient adherence to treatment program Increase potential to reduce healthcare costs The clinician can use this information as a starting point to obtain a complete prescription history from a patient and to determine adherence to medication regimen. It will also provide a description of the patient’s purchasing history of prescription drugs that fall under their pharmacy benefit.