Tool 7.1: Timeline for Stand-Alone E-Prescribing Implementation

 
Week 5
Pre-launch
TECH ASSESSMENT PROCESS ASSESSMENT
» Determine if baseline specifications are met » Identify current Rx writing access and processes
» Identify demographic data fields of interest for extract
» Define training approach
» Schedule data extract webex dates (2) and training date
» Collect registration forms
DELIVERABLES DELIVERABLES
» Prepare and provide IT needs summary  » Inform IM  that PA is complete; IM will update scorecard
» Provide to IM:
   -process assessment summary
   -completed registration forms
Weeks 4 to 1
Pre-launch
DATA CONVERSION IT INSTALL
» Contact practice to select/confirm webex date
» Determine practice’s access to data prior to webex
» Coordinate needed staff for webex, if obtaining data directly from practice
» Register practice and providers 
» Install hardware and/or software identified on approved PO
» Provide to practice:
   - warranty information
   - virus protection information
   - system information
   - wireless and other passwords
DELIVERABLES DELIVERABLES
» Advise IM:
   - agreed upon webex or data acquisition date
   - method of accessing data (through practice or PMS)
   - availability of desired fields
   - any unusual needs, costs, complications in data conversion
» Provide data design document to practice, cc’ing IM
» Provide error log of missing records
» Complete data conversion within 2 business days of webex date 
» Advise IM of scheduled install prior to install date
» Provide practice wireless password to IM
» Obtain practice signature on inventory of installed items, identifying install location for each item (e.g., front desk, physician’s office)
» Advise IM when install is complete
Launch Day TRAINER  
» Perform pre-training checklist items
» Train practice members
» Have practice complete “pre-training survey”
» Provide application manual to practice
 
DELIVERABLES  
» Provide feedback on training to implementation team   
Post-Launch TRAINER or IM  
» Provide onsite support to practice following training (1-3 days)
» Make daily support calls for first week
» Make weekly support calls for next 3 weeks
» Maintain log of trouble ticket items, enhancement requests