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How to Prescribe a Medication

How to Prescribe a Medication

Updated on July 28, 2026 | 11:20 AM – CST

Prescribing a medication starts from the medication screen in the patient module.

This video walks through searching for the drug, where the common sigs populate, so you can pick one instead of typing it, then choosing the provider and setting the dose and dispensing details.

You'll also learn the three ways to issue it: eRx straight to the pharmacy, paper Rx, or print, and the extra authentication step required when you're prescribing a controlled substance.

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