Electronic prescribing of controlled substances is the electronic transmission of a prescription for a controlled substance to a pharmacy. Prescribers are encouraged to write and transmit prescriptions for controlled substances electronically to increase safety and security.

EPCS also creates Identity Proofing responsibilities for EHR vendors, prescribers and pharmacies by requiring two-factor authentication.
Requirements to get started with EPCS:

• Certified EHR
• Identity Proofing
• Two – Factor Authentication

Identity Proofing is required for Providers who can prescribe controlled substances. In order to be able to prescribe controlled substances, the prescriber will have to register with ID. me for Identity proofing and Two-factor authentication.

Benefits of EPCS:

• Improves patient safety
• Better workflow efficiencies
• Improves efficiency of the workflow
• Increases security
• Improves patient satisfaction
• Cost-effective for patient