CMA works to address problems posed by CURES 2.0 launch on June 30 June 26, 2015 General Drug Prescribing, EHR, Prescritpion Drugs, CURES 0 The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced that an update to the Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System (CURES 2.0) database would go live June 30, but with browser requirements that could potentially cut off access for thousands of prescribers and dispensers. According to the DOJ, CURES 2.0 would require users to have Internet Explorer version 11, Firefox or Chrome Internet browsers installed on their systems in order to access the database. While it is possible for some users to simply update or switch to one of the supported Internet browsers, CMA identified that the use of some electronic health record (EHR) systems are incompatible with CURES 2.0 supported Internet browsers. In response to concerns raised by the California Medical Association (CMA), DOJ has committed to a short-term solution, keeping the current version of CURES accessible for users who cannot access the new version because of browser compatibility issues. Without intervention, there would have been immediate and greatly reduced access to this valuable public health tool upon implementation of the new version. Based on communications with DOJ, CMA has produced a summary of what CURES users should know about the launch of the new system, including updates on access and registration changes. Click here to read the summary. Additional updates before the June 30 launch will be incorporated as needed. As both a long-term solution and the full scope of those impacted have yet to be determined, please contact CMA if the CURES 2.0 browser restrictions pose a problem for you. Contact CMA’s Legal Information Line at (800) 786-4262 FREE or fkader@cmanet.org. CMA will remain involved in dialogue with DOJ and other user groups to identify a long-term solution, and continue to assist physicians in maintaining access to this important public health tool. Comments are closed.
