Challenges and solutions in implementing electronic prescribing in Iran’s health system: a qualitative study
Electronic prescribing in Iran is still in its early stages and will inevitably face challenges and problems. Continuous monitoring of electronic prescribing systems is essential to address implementation issues promptly. Issues related to training insurance monitoring the user interface and database infrastructure were challenging. Overall, improvements in infrastructure, integration of insurance systems, implementation of electronic signatures, adherence to electronic prescribing standards, and provision of practical training are recommended.
Authors
- Elahe Hooshmand
- Marzie Zarqi
- Marziyhe Meraji (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3137-0683)
- Neda Borhani Moghani
Institutions
- Iran University of Medical Sciences (IR)
- Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making
- Published
- 2024-12-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12911-024-02737-3
- Citations
- 4
- Primary Topic
- Healthcare Systems and Technology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.70
Funders
- Mashhad University of Medical Sciences