Differences between EPS Releases

The table below is a summary of the basic differences between Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) release 2 Phase 3 (Deployed Disabled) and fully implemented EPS release 2 functionality:

Function EPS 2 Phase 3 (Deployed Disabled) EPS R2 Fully Implemented

Electronic transmission of prescription data between prescriber and dispenser

Yes

Yes

Barcode printed on paper

Yes

Yes (where required)

Printing of prescription token

No (paper prescription is still required)

Yes (where required and for Repeat Dispensing)

Electronic Repeat dispensing

Yes

Yes

Release/return of prescription message

No

Yes

Cancellation of prescription

No

Yes

Digital signing of prescription messages

No

Yes

Patient nomination of preferred pharmacy

No

Yes

Electronic reimbursement claim (pharmacy)

No

Yes

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