Many EMR and EHR developers wait too long to begin for looking for a supplier of drug data and drug interaction databases. In some respects it seems like a simple chore. There are only a few drug data providers. But the sooner these developers start, the better. Why so?
First, there is a big difference in data structure among the few providers. Lexicomp happens to have a very simple and logical structure, which does solve some headaches if you come in late into the game. But even if you start in a timely way, simpler and more logical is better.
Second, how comprehensive is the data provided? Consider the following needs: drug-drug interaction, drug-allergy interaction, pediatric dosing information, therapeutic dosing information, brand vs generic, Black-Box Warnings, Patient Education Leaflets in multiple languages, drug classifications, and more. There are many things to consider and work on before submitting your development to the certification process. You obviously don't want any surprises.
In the last 24 months more and more EMR developers have selected Lexicomp as their drug information provider. There are many reasons for that. We encourage you to call early in the process.
First, there is a big difference in data structure among the few providers. Lexicomp happens to have a very simple and logical structure, which does solve some headaches if you come in late into the game. But even if you start in a timely way, simpler and more logical is better.
Second, how comprehensive is the data provided? Consider the following needs: drug-drug interaction, drug-allergy interaction, pediatric dosing information, therapeutic dosing information, brand vs generic, Black-Box Warnings, Patient Education Leaflets in multiple languages, drug classifications, and more. There are many things to consider and work on before submitting your development to the certification process. You obviously don't want any surprises.
In the last 24 months more and more EMR developers have selected Lexicomp as their drug information provider. There are many reasons for that. We encourage you to call early in the process.
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