Abstract
Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPSs) permit physicians to determine whether patients obtained addictive substances from multiple physicians or pharmacies. In April 2017, the Saint Louis County Department of Public Health created its own PDMP. This manuscript evaluates evidence regarding the efficacy of PDMPs, in addition to discussing their impact on patient care and a provider's workflow. It also details how physicians can register to use the St. Louis County PDMP, Missouri's de-facto PDMP.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 487-493 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Missouri Medicine |
Volume | 115 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - Nov 1 2018 |