Starting April 1st, Antibiotics Exclusively Prescribed with E-Prescriptions
Amidst a shift toward digital healthcare practices, a new regulation mandates that doctors prescribe antibiotics solely through electronic prescription starting today. Previously issued paper prescriptions for antibiotics remain valid for 30 days and can still be filled in pharmacies across the country.
This transition away from paper prescriptions arises amidst concerns voiced by emergency physicians regarding the inability of paramedics and physician assistants to issue electronic prescriptions due to their exclusion from the regulation....