{"id":35267,"date":"2023-03-01T04:56:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T12:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/?p=35267"},"modified":"2026-02-22T15:34:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T23:34:24","slug":"epcs-senior-living","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/epcs-senior-living\/","title":{"rendered":"EPCS In Senior Living"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u201cIn the midst of a growing drug overdose crisis exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, clinicians\u2019 use of prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) and electronic prescribing of controlled substances (EPCS) technology is critical to improving opioid prescribing practices, informing treatment decisions and supporting safe and effective patient care. Recent efforts, such as mandating use of EPCS technology and integrating PDMPs into electronic health record (EHR) systems, aim to improve prescribing practices.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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That information comes from a recent post by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC)<\/a>, which covers the importance of EPCS technology and PDMPs in today\u2019s world. With relevance to the senior living industry, we\u2019re highlighting the article\u2019s key points and sharing how our EHR solution<\/a> fits into the picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tracking the progress of PDMPs and EPCS technology<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health care providers have historically relied on paper-based processes to prescribe controlled substances. But as shared by the ONC, we\u2019ve made a lot of progress in shifting toward electronic prescribing in recent years. Reports<\/a> show substantial growth in the use of EPCS systems due to DEA regulations \u2014 and state-mandated EPCS laws \u2014 with 71% of physician prescribers having used EPCS technology in 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking at PDMPs, there\u2019s been a significant increase in usage as well. The article<\/a> relays that one-third of prescribers now access a PDMP through their EHR system, compared to one-fifth in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the benefits?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what are the benefits of electronic prescribing workflows? You can read the full article<\/a> for all the insights, but in summary, the benefits of using EPCS technology and PDMPs is promising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only do these digital systems prevent data-entry errors, which in turn enhances resident safety, they also save time, streamline workflows and more. The largest benefit may be how they reduce unnecessary prescriptions of controlled substances, thanks to built-in features that flag incorrect doses and confirm the appropriateness of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve summarized the data presented by the ONC, but what\u2019s the big takeaway for senior living providers? Looking ahead, it\u2019s clear the use of EPCS technology and PDMPs is a step in the right direction. But providers need an EHR solution that connects everything efficiently, ideally one built for the unique needs of senior living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet Yardi EHR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let us introduce Yardi EHR<\/a>, our electronic health record solution for senior living that\u2019s EPCS-certified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you aren\u2019t familiar with DEA regulations, they permit physicians to write prescriptions for controlled substances electronically within certified systems. And you guessed it, that includes Yardi EHR. This means Yardi EHR users can send digital prescription requests for controlled substances, which pharmacies then receive and dispense. It\u2019s a secure transfer of information that enables all parties to work together while protecting resident safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe EPCS workflow is a valuable tool for Yardi EHR clients and associated pharmacies,\u201d says Fil Southerland, director of health care solutions at Yardi<\/a>. \u201cThis streamlines operations for skilled nursing facilities in particular, which generally require practitioners to prescribe medications including controlled substances on site. The flexibility to prescribe, review and sign orders electronically means physicians can facilitate prompt care for residents.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can read the full post via the ONC<\/a> for more information on this topic. Ready to learn more about Yardi EHR<\/a>? Watch our on-demand webinar<\/a>, then reach out to schedule time to chat with our team<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\u201cIn the midst of a growing drug overdose crisis exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, clinicians\u2019 use of prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) and electronic prescribing of controlled substances (EPCS) technology is critical to improving opioid prescribing practices, informing treatment decisions and supporting safe and effective patient care. 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