Everything about the e-prescription: Free online self-study course from the NRW Consumer Center starts on February 12, 2024

Everything about the e-prescription: Free online self-study course from the NRW Consumer Center starts on February 12, 2024

According to a report from www.presseportal.de, the NRW consumer advice center is planning to offer a free online self-study course on the subject of e-prescriptions on February 12th. The course is intended to support patients in switching to e-prescriptions. The various redemption options, the handling of the e-prescription app, as well as data protection and data security are discussed. The course consists of three learning units with exercises and video instructions.

The new e-prescription is expected to have a number of impacts on the market and consumers. On the one hand, it is necessary that medical practices and patients have the necessary equipment, such as an NFC-enabled health card and the health insurance company's PIN, to use the e-prescription. This could lead to increasing demand for appropriately equipped devices. The e-prescription app also offers various advantages, such as reserving medication at the pharmacy or managing e-prescriptions for family members. This will likely lead to increased use of digital solutions for patients.

Overall, the introduction of e-prescriptions is expected to lead to increased digitalization in the healthcare system. This could help streamline the medication shipping process and increase efficiency in pharmacies. At the same time, however, the need for technical equipment and digital skills may also increase, especially among older patients who may not be as adept at using new technologies. It will therefore be crucial to leverage the resources and support provided to ensure a smooth transition.