Abstract
Standardization Is Necessary in the Methods to Assess the Value of Electronic Prescribing Systems In the May 2005 issue of JMCP, we reported that an electronic prescribing system with integrated clinical decision support was effective at improving prescribing behavior and lowering prescription costs. In contrast, Ross et al. reported in the June 2005 issue of JMCP that a different electronic prescribing system (without clinical decision support capabilities) had no impact on generic drug utilization or formulary compliance.