Publications by authors named "Bridgette A Thomas"
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of electronic communication of medication discontinuation from prescribers to pharmacies (CancelRx) on medication safety.
Methods: We used electronic health record (EHR) data to identify medications that were e-prescribed from a pilot practice to a health system pharmacy and subsequently discontinued before or after CancelRx implementation (January 16-April 15, 2018 versus 2019). We matched these EHR data to pharmacy management software data to identify medications that were sold to patients in the 6 months after discontinuation.
Background: CancelRx allows prescribers to send electronic cancellation messages to pharmacies when medications are discontinued. Little is known about its functionality and impact on clinical workflows.
Objectives: To understand CancelRx functionality, its potential impact on workflows and medication safety risks, and to develop mitigating strategies for risks introduced by implementation.