This video explains to patients how repeat dispensing works for electronic prescriptions and the benefits it. This includes information for pharmacy teams, a briefing on increasing the use of electronic repeat dispensing and electronic rd referral forms. Repeat dispensing accrediation it was a long time ago, but i think there was an assessment sheet in the distance learning pack that had to be filled in. Repeat dispensing with the electronic prescription service provides. General dispensing procedure work on your own wear freshly laundered overall coat. Repeat dispensing pharmaceutical care service that integrates pharmacy and medical professions. Cppe launches new nhs repeat dispensing learning programme. Hi, have recently passed the cppe repeat dispensing accreditation but still have many questions on repeat dispensing rd. The centre for pharmacy postgraduate education cppe has produced an.
Repeat dispensing is the process by which patients can obtain supplies of their repeat medicines over a defined period of time, without the need to contact their gp practice on each occasion a new supply is required. This handbook has been designed to act as a quick reference guide and as a point of reference for staff in gp practices and community pharmacies to help resolve common problems and make the most of the nhs electronic repeat dispensing erd service. Find out how the lmc are approaching this issue and whether they have a lead for repeat dispensing. These instructions are guidance for the completion of the repeat dispensing communication proforma. Pcts in pathfinder sites have identified a number of factors that. Repeat dispensing used with eps introduced new functionality and legal prescription information that differs from the paper process. The centre for postgraduate pharmacy education cppe open learning pack on repeat dispensing. The cppe produces an open learning pack on repeat dispensing. It will help you learn with your colleagues and improve the services you offer your patients. Repeat dispensing return to practice revalidation safeguarding sepsis summary care records. Record all required information on an fp10dt eps dispensing token. Repeat dispensing handbook for sunderland 2014 3 sunderland linical ommissioning group ack to ontents page nhs repeat dispensing introduction welcome to the updated guidance for repeat dispensing in sunderland. Is it necessary to get patients to sign the patient consent form.
The first issue of an electronic repeat dispensing prescription is downloaded from the. The community pharmacy contractual framework for 201920 to. Pharmacies will dispense repeat prescriptions and store the documentation if required by the patient. Batch repeat dispensing is an alternative model for prescribing and dispensing regular medicines to patients on stable longterm treatment, where repeat supplies can be authorised by a. Whilst researching i came across a very interesting pdf document regarding repeat dispensing. Ask patientrepresentative to sign declaration on back of fp10dt eps dispensing token. Repeat dispensing of prescriptions in community pharmacies. An a5 leaflet to download and print, highlighting the benefits of erd for patients. These questions and their respective solutions have been documented below, for your information. Our gp assurance team are working in collaboration with ccgs to help prescribers and dispensers realise the benefits of increased erd use. Pharmacy contract repeat dispensing resources resourcepharm. Electronic repeat dispensing erd was introduced in july 2009 as a noncompulsory method of dispensing prescriptions electronically. Setting fifteen general practices in four english health.
This video explains to patients how repeat dispensing works for electronic prescriptions and the benefits it offers to patients. Leaflets and communication proforma pads are available to download from. Written consent is not mandatory for the implementation of the repeat dispensing service but is considered good practice. Repeat dispensing questions and answers clinical systems. All proformas should be completed clearly and legibly if handwritten. This guide is designed to support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who plan to engage in or carry out a research project. This pack needs to be completed by all community pharmacists wishing to run a repeat dispensing service as part of the essential services in new contract. Repeat dispensingelectronic repeat dispensing erd at least two thirds of all prescriptions generated in primary care are for patients needing repeat supplies of regular medicines, and since 2005 repeat dispensing has been an essential service within the community pharmacy contractual framework cpcf. Java project tutorial make login and register form step by step using netbeans and mysql database duration. Repeat dispensing a new way to get repeat prescriptions do you get the same medicines regularly.
Electronic repeat dispensing for prescribers nhs digital. Batch repeat dispensing is an alternative model for prescribing and dispensing regular medicines to. These repeat prescriptions account for nearly 80% of nhs medicine costs for primary care. Just read the cppe package on repeat dispensing and just wanted clarification about the validity of the batch prescriptions. This could delay the automatic download of future repeat prescriptions from the spine, resulting.
If you would like to view this programme on your tablet device you can download the pdf and open it within. Access and successful completion will contribute to your own personal development plan, be recorded in your my cppe record and will enable you to complete a cpd entry on the learning. Nov 11, 2016 java project tutorial make login and register form step by step using netbeans and mysql database duration. Jun 03, 2019 electronic repeat dispensing erd is an integral part of eps, which offers many extra benefits over paper repeat dispensing and repeat prescribing. Nhs repeat dispensing book 1 5 about cppe focal pointprogrammes weve developed focal pointto give you short, clinically focused learning sessions. Electronic repeat dispensing erd was introduced in july 2009 as a non compulsory method of. Nhs repeat dispensing focal point can be used flexibly, either as part of a learning community, as a commissioned workshop or for personal learning. All documents relating to repeat dispensing with the exception of patient information. This distance learning pack looks at how a repeat dispensing service would work, documentation required and responsibilities of a pharmacist. Repeat dispensing centre for pharmacy postgraduate education. Electronic repeat dispensing erd is an integral part of eps, which offers many extra benefits over paper repeat dispensing and repeat prescribing. Would you like to get your repeat prescriptions direct from your pharmacy, rather than getting them from the surgery each time.
Repeat dispensing sample patient dispensing record sheet instructions. Successful completion of the cppe repeat dispensing elearning and. For instance, if one of your patients has been taken off their gp surgery list for whatever reason the gp surgery with which the rd arrangements were made, are you as a pharmacist still lawfully permitted to dispense any remaining batch issues for that. Electronic repeat dispensing can only be achieved when both the prescribing and the dispensing systems are using eps release 2. Advise patient about electronic repeat dispensing erd services from a local pharmacy. Repeat dispensing handbook nhs better health programme. Pdf repeat dispensing pharmaceutical care service that. They will ensure that each repeat supply is required and seek to ascertain that there is no reason why the patient should be referred back to their general practitioner.
Benefits of the repeat dispensing service it is important to acknowledge that in the short term there is an increased workload for the gp. Click export csv or ris to download the entire page or use the checkboxes to select a subset of records to download. If pharmacy teams identify patients who are suitable for repeat dispensingerd, with the patients. Objective to evaluate a new pharmacistmanaged repeat dispensing system from the perspective of participating general practitioners gps. Each unit presents information and activities that are relevant for pharmacy. The repeat dispensing service enables you to dispense regular medicines to suitable patients who have been issued batch prescriptions without the involvement of the gp practice at the point of dispensing. Ask patientrepresentative to complete survey for feedback. The repeat dispensing service became available from all gp practices and community pharmacies from april 2008. This is called electronic repeat dispensing to differentiate it from paper based repeat dispensing. Contact patients gp and complete the repeat dispensing communication proforma claim intervention fee by endorsing the batch issue rd 970011 once at the top of the right hand coding column sideeffect of medication during consultation with patient, it may become apparent that the patient may be suffering from a.
This guidance enables prescribers and dispensers to use the functionality effectively. Record the patients name and address in the patient details column as shown below 2. Dispensing is that part of the practice of pharmacy in which the pharmacist or a pharmacy technician under his supervision interprets the doctors requirements for the drug treatment of his patient. Electronic repeat dispensing explained for patients eps. Repeat dispensing is voluntary and not all patients will be suitable or wish to participate. Cppe repeat dispensing accreditation a legally, you cant dispense it before the date specified. The programme is made up of two booklets, an online assessment and a number of example documents that can be downloaded from the cppe website for use in practice. From april 2019, as stated in the gp contract, erd became a contractual obligation for all patients where it is clinically appropriate and the patient consents. Aug 15, 2018 this handbook has been designed to act as a quick reference guide and as a point of reference for staff in gp practices and community pharmacies to help resolve common problems and make the most of the nhs electronic repeat dispensing erd service. If you dont allow cookies, you may not be able to use certain features of the web site including but not limited to. Pdf repeat dispensing of prescriptions in community.
Patientyou would have to contact prescriber for another script. Evidencebased information on repeat dispensing from hundreds of trustworthy sources for health and social care. Under the repeat dispensing service pharmacy teams will. From april 2019, as stated in the gp contract, erd became a contractual obligation for all.
In order to provide complete functionality, this web site needs your explicit consent to store browser cookies. Repeat dispensing questions and answers since the introduction of repeat dispensing in northern ireland in may 2005, both community pharmacists and gp practices have frequently asked the same questions in relation to the scheme. Do all patients on repeat medication have to transfer to repeat dispensing. More information click to download erd dispenser guide. This paper reports on a pilot repeat dispensing system, which employed community pharmacists to streamline the process and provide clinical supervision.
Evaluation of a pharmacistmanaged repeat dispensing. Sara is the point of contact for contractors and commissioners and helps us with our research and development of new pharmacy services in dorset which will improve access for patients and offer choice in healthcare provision. Is this true and is everyone on here accredited for the repeat dispensing service, and if not what happens if you locum and have a patient on a repeat dispensing service. We provide continuing education for practising pharmacists. For consistency, we will use z atch repeat dispensing or rd throughout this document. How to get started with repeat dispensing suggestions for lpcs page 1 of 2 updated june 2010 repeat dispensing is a key part of the community pharmacy contract. Repeat dispensing a new way to get repeat prescriptions. Electronic repeat dispensing handbook linkedin slideshare. Repeat prescribing is an appreciable chore for general practitioners gps, and often lacks rigorous clinical control. If pharmacy teams identify patients who are suitable for repeat dispensingerd, with the patients consent, they can refer the patient to their gp practice. Although the guide is extremely informative and brings up great issuespoints it has to be taken into account that because this is written. Obviously i mean the one with the master copy and the set of repeats that all live at the pharmacy, not a general pharmacy repeat prescription service. The repeat dispensing service enables you to dispense. This is called electronic repeat dispensing erd to differentiate it from paper based repeat.
Careful selection of the patient group is essential for the arrangements to work smoothly. It is an interactive programme including videos, quizzes and reflective exercises. See inside for more information about repeat dispensing and how it could help you. Repeat prescriptions account for approximately two thirds of all items dispensed in community pharmacy. This elearning programme provides key information about repeat dispensing, practical implications of implementing the service and how to use electronic repeat dispensing. People with chronic conditions that are likely to remain stable. Repeat dispensing electronic repeat dispensing erd at least two thirds of all prescriptions generated in primary care are for patients needing repeat supplies of regular medicines, and since 2005 repeat dispensing has been an essential service within the community pharmacy contractual framework cpcf. Batch repeat dispensing operations manual for general practice in wales.
Mar 28, 20 electronic repeat dispensing explained for patients eps. If you would like to view this programme on your tablet device you can download the pdf and open it within a free pdf. Results for repeat dispensing 41 50 of 459 sorted by relevance date click export csv or ris to download the entire page or use the checkboxes to select a subset of records to download. Access and successful completion will contribute to your own personal development plan, be recorded in your my cppe record and will enable you to. Repeat dispensing with the electronic prescription service eps provides huge efficiency savings in general practice. Find out who is the pcts repeat dispensing lead and start a dialogue with them. Record the dispensing interval in the interval column, if this is not specified you can calculate this form the quantity and directions on the script for example atenolol 50mg 1 mane x 28 would be an interval of 28 days. This elearning programme provides key information about.
The nhs repeat dispensing service is also commonly referred to as batch repeat prescribing, batch repeat dispensing and also batch prescribing repeat dispensing. Weve already put a lot of hard work into repeat dispensing in sunderland, as it was a quality indicator for us as a g for 2014. If you would like to view this programme on your tablet device you can download the pdf and open it within a free pdf reader app. A practical guide to repeat dispensing 2nd edition. Comparison of repeat dispensing and repeat prescribing pdf. Repeat dispensing questions and answers patient consent q. Online resources and tools on repeat dispensing for pharmacists. Repeat dispensing return to practice revalidation safeguarding sepsis summary care records transfer of care.