In response to the lessons learned in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, a collaborative of public and private organizations has launched ICERx.org (In Case of Emergency Prescription Database) an online resource that provides licensed prescribers and pharmacists caring for disaster victims with secure access to a patient’s comprehensive medication history. Through ICER.org authorized physicians and pharmacists who are assisting disaster-affected individuals can obtain the medication records of evacuees. The prescription history information is pooled from a variety of sources participating in ICERx.org, including the nation’s community pharmacies, pharmacy benefit managers and state Medicaid programs.

ICERx is an online service developed for healthcare professionals assisting disaster-affected individuals. Through ICERx, authorized pharmacists and doctors obtain records of medications evacuees were using prior to the disaster, including the specific dosages. Armed with this information, healthcare professionals will be able to renew prescriptions for evacuees and effectively assist in the coordination of care while avoiding harmful prescription errors.

For more information call 1.888.ICERX.50 (888-423-7950).