Electronic Transfer of Prescriptions (eTP)

Electronic Transfer of Prescriptions (eTP) is the secure exchange of prescription information between prescribing and dispensing systems. To send and receive electronic prescriptions securely, a Prescription Delivery Service (eRX or Medisecure) must be enabled. Electronic prescriptions will not be mandatory and patients will have a choice to receive either an electronic OR a paper prescription from their prescriber.

For more information about the eTP, visit: https://www.digitalhealth.gov.au/get-started-with-digital-health/electronic-prescriptions

Information for prescribers, visit: https://www.digitalhealth.gov.au/get-started-with-digital-health/electronic-prescriptions/for-prescribers

Information for dispensers, visit: https://www.digitalhealth.gov.au/get-started-with-digital-health/electronic-prescriptions/for-dispensers

eTP implementation checklist from the RACGP is available at: https://www.racgp.org.au/FSDEDEV/media/documents/Running%20a%20practice/Practice%20resources/Electronic-prescribing-implementation-checklist.pdf

Cristy Houghton20 November 2023

Electronic Transfer of Prescriptions (eTP)

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