DYK? CMS E-Prescribing Controlled Substances (EPCS) Program Update – HealthDirect Pharmacy Services

August 20, 2024

Prescriptions written for a beneficiary in a long-term care (LTC)facility will be included in determining complianceEFFECTIVE JANUARY 1ST, 2025 Is the CMS EPCS Program Voluntary? No. All prescribers who issue controlled substance prescriptions under Medicare Part D are included in the CMS EPCS Program, after exceptions, each measurement year. Are There Exceptions to the CMS…

DYK? Naloxone Administration – HealthDirect Pharmacy Services

December 2, 2022

Opioids are a prescription drug class most commonly prescribed for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. They include drugs such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, morphine, and fentanyl. Improper use of these medications, however, can lead to an overdose which can be a life-threatening medical emergency. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration…