Hi -
Since e-prescribing requires a second-level of authentication beyond being logged in as a prescriber, we have looked at ways to comply with this requirement.
The '5 minutes' Wendell was referring to is the total "possible" time to write the script based on the following process:
1. select the drug and enter your sig
2. wait for a numeric code to be sent to either your email or via text message
3. enter the 'code' given into the screen
4. wait for the code to be validated by the software
5. complete / send electronically
It is possible to install a biometric device (finger print or eye scanner) and use that as the second level of authentication, but as you may imagine, these devices can be costly.
Thanks for your feedback on this issue.
Chris
Another option would be an RSA or Norton (VIP Access) App on your phone that generates a security code that can be verified at the other end. This is the system our hospital system uses to authenticate external log-ins from home or office.
Greg
