EP/EPCS Prescriber Registration
Learn about the registration list for allowing employees to send prescriptions electronically
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EP stands for Electronic Prescribing
EPCS stands for Electronic Prescribing Controlled Substance
How to Register for EP/EPCS
1. Click on EP/EPCS Prescriber Registration under the Medical tab in the main navigation bar.
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This will bring you to your EP/EPCS prescribers screen. A list of all your employees that are registered or that need to be enabled are here.
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You can see every employee and their status as EP/EPCS prescribers, along with their DEA numbers, NPI numbers and clinician IDs. The status options are shown below.
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2. Click the Enable button on the left of an employee to start the register process.
You must have a valid home address and birthday for each employee who is being registered. You can edit the employee profile directly from the EP / EPCS Prescriber Registration list using the pencil icon.
3. Choose the level of access for each employee.
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EP - Electronic Prescriptions
Electronic Prescriptions with Controlled Substances
Prescribing Agent A prescribing agent has limited capabilities. They can view notifications and medical history and prescribe but they CAN NOT print or send prescriptions/medications to pharmacies.