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This month from Lead Information Pharmacist
the Information Information Pharmacist &
Medication Safety Officer
Services team… Drug Tariff Information
Technician
Making sense
of prescription
payments
A practical guide to
the nDCVP System for
pharmacy teams in Scotland
We know managing prescription Non-barcoded prescriptions
payments can be difficult, especially • Make sure you endorse the paper
with the nDCVP (new Data Capture prescription with the specific product
Validation & Pricing) system in place that you've sourced and supplied.
but here’s a guide to make it easier. Don't forget to add any other relevant
The nDCVP is the system for endorsements, like instalments and
pharmacy contractors in Scotland handling charges. If these aren't included,
for reimbursement of prescriptions you will miss out on payment.
using the latest data from the dm+d
(dictionary of medicines and devices) • If you don't endorse the manufacturer or
to ensure accurate pricing. It's a rule- supplier, the system will default to paying
based system, so choosing the right the cheapest option listed in the dm+d.
item and endorsing it properly is key dmd-browser.nhsbsa.nhs.uk
to getting the correct reimbursement. Barcoded prescriptions
Most of the issues relate to non-tariff
lines, whereas items in part 7 of the • Most barcoded prescriptions are claimed
Scottish Drug Tariff are accurate in successfully. While the paper copies
most cases. of these trigger payments, they don't
directly support the payment process.
• If the electronic claim is not sent from
your pharmacy's PMR to NSS (National
Services Scotland), treat these like non-
barcoded prescriptions. Be sure to add
endorsement details to the paper copies.
• As best practice, endorse all paper
prescriptions and paper copies of
electronic ones to avoid being paid the
cheapest manufacturer.
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