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VistA Pharmacy (VA)

Open Source

Comprehensive open-source pharmacy management integrated within the VistA EHR system.

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4.5 Editor Rating
Vetted Score
4.5 / 5.0

Earns a strong score due to its robust feature set, open‑source flexibility, and proven use in large healthcare networks.

Key Features
Integrated Prescription Processing

Handles prescription entry, verification, dispensing, and refill management within a single workflow.

Medication Inventory Management

Tracks stock levels, expiration dates, and automated reordering to ensure optimal pharmacy inventory.

Clinical Decision Support

Provides drug interaction checks, allergy alerts, and dosage guidance to enhance patient safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the software is open source and can be deployed at no licensing cost, though paid support options exist.

It runs on Windows Server, Linux, and UNIX environments that support the MUMPS database engine.

Yes, it offers standard HL7 interfaces and APIs for seamless integration with external EHRs and lab systems.
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Specifications
Pricing Model Free and open source; optional paid support and hosting services are available for enterprise deployments.
Supported Platforms
Windows ServerLinuxUNIX