Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching, and Drug Delivery Tracking System

Abstract

This invention relates to the Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery Tracking System and consists of the following parts: Prescription Code / QR Code Entry Module (1), Pharmacy Stock Integration System (2), Suitable Pharmacy Display Interface (3), Patient-Pharmacy Communication Panel (4), Delivery Module (5), Approval and Notification System (6), Prescription Verification and Validation Control (7), and In-App Payment Integration (8).

Description

1 TARIFF Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching, and Drug Delivery Tracking System This invention is a Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching, and Drug Delivery Tracking System. It is related and its features include: Prescription Code / QR Code Entry Module, Pharmacy Stock Integration. The system includes a suitable pharmacy display interface, a patient-pharmacy communication panel, and delivery. Module, Approval and Notification System, Prescription Verification and Validation Check, Application Internal Payment Integration 10 It consists of parts. State of the Art 15 This invention enables the digital tracking of prescription drugs and the matching of pharmacy inventories. timely monitoring, geographic location-based pharmacy matching, and pharmacies and patients By establishing a digital bridge between them, it provides communication and delivery tracking options. It was developed for use in the field of mobile health technologies. A mobile It relates to the health information system. Specifically, health systems operating with e-prescription infrastructure. in their systems, digitizing pharmacy services, facilitating access to medicines, optimizing logistics processes, pharmacy workload, and patient satisfaction. It is used in the field of mobile applications and integrated software to increase their use. Currently, the process of accessing prescription drugs is generally done through manual procedures. This is being carried out. Patients can access their prescriptions through the e-Nabız, e-Government and SGK systems. 2 This information is available; however, it does not include information on which pharmacies have the medications that match this prescription. It is not offered on a real-time or regional level. Therefore, the patient has to visit different pharmacies individually. They have to go out or make phone calls. This process is particularly difficult for the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. It becomes quite time-consuming and tiring for individuals who are sick or in an emergency. It is coming. 5 The main shortcomings observed in current practices are as follows: 1. Lack of Pharmacy Stock Display: • Information on which medications pharmacies have in stock is shared with patients. Not to be shared. 10 • The patient uses a manual to find out if the prescribed medication is available. They have to conduct an investigation. 2. There is no pharmacy matching based on geographic location: • The patient finds the nearest place that has the medication that matches their prescription. They will not be directed to a pharmacy. 15 • This situation leads to a waste of time and access to healthcare, especially in large cities. This causes delays in delivery. 3. Delivery and Logistics Integration is Not Available: • In the current systems, for delivering medicines from the pharmacy to the patient There is no digital logistics infrastructure. 20 • Patients receiving home care have difficulty physically reaching the pharmacy. It pulls. 4. Pharmacy-Patient Communication Is Not Digital: 3 • Digital communication between the pharmacy and the patient, such as messaging or automated calls. Communication mechanisms are not available. • Information flow is mostly manual and subject to delays. 5. Lack of User-Friendly Mobile Interface: • Although systems like e-Nabız are successful in providing health data, 5 a day It is complex from a user experience perspective. • Processes such as accessing medication, viewing prescriptions, checking stock availability, and delivery. There is no comprehensive, intuitive, and fast interface available. 6. There is no drug search or category-based query feature: • Patients can obtain additional medications or medical supplies beyond their prescription within 10 days. They cannot systematically investigate and reach a conclusion. • Search engine or category-based filtering is not supported. 7. Patient Profiles and History Records Are Not Kept: • User's previous medication requests, location information, and pharmacy history. Personal health habits, such as these, are not tracked in the system. 15 • Thus, recommendation systems, personalization, and data-driven improvements. It cannot be done. Description of the Invention This invention enables the digital tracking of prescription drugs and the equalization of pharmacy stocks. timely monitoring, geographic location-based pharmacy matching, and pharmacies and patients By establishing a digital bridge between them, it provides communication and delivery tracking options. It was developed for use in the field of mobile health technologies. A mobile 4 It relates to health information systems, especially those operating with e-prescription infrastructure. in their systems, digitizing pharmacy services, facilitating access to medicines, optimizing logistics processes, pharmacy workload, and patient satisfaction. It is used in the field of mobile applications and integrated software to increase their use. Technical Problems It Aims to Solve: 5 1. Lack of timely access to medication: • Manually identifies pharmacies that stock medications suitable for patients' prescriptions. Searching for it results in a waste of time and health. 2. Inability to view real-time pharmacy stock: • Patients cannot see which pharmacy has the medication; they are randomly selected from 10. He has to go from pharmacy to pharmacy. 3. Lack of location-based navigation: • The patient is not directed according to their location; the system directs them to the nearest one. It does not automatically suggest a suitable pharmacy. 4. Lack of digital communication between the patient and the pharmacy: 15 • Manual communication is required for information, confirmation, and delivery processes; This leads to errors and wasted time. 5. Absence of a delivery option or reservation system: • Pharmacy reservations cannot be made for prescription medications, especially for those receiving home care. They remain in a disadvantageous position. 20 KEY BENEFITS OF THE INVENTION: 1. Real-time Pharmacy Matching and Map-Based Navigation: • The application analyzes drug information obtained via prescription code / QR code. It automatically matches the patient with the nearest pharmacy that has the medication in stock, based on location. 2. Quick Booking and Access via User Profile: • When patients log in to the application, their personal information (name, phone, The prescription number and address are automatically retrieved, and users do not need to enter them again. 3. Pharmacy Call or Information Function: • The pharmacy matched by the system will contact the user directly. 5 They confirm the reservation and provide information. 4. Delivery Integration (Advanced Phase): • The application infrastructure will handle drug deliveries through pharmacies. Suitable for planning. Can be integrated with a courier network. 5. Manual Drug Search Engine: 10 • Users can categorize over-the-counter (OTC) or non-prescription drugs and products. You can search using filters and see the most suitable pharmacies. 6. GDPR Compliant Digital Identification: • All user data is stored with explicit consent and is only accessible by the system. It is used for its operation. 15 Method of Implementing the Invention This invention streamlines the digital prescription management, pharmacy inventory tracking, and patient drug delivery process. It is a mobile system that manages in an integrated manner. The system consists of the following components: It works in the following order: 1. Prescription Code / QR Code Entry Module (1) 6 After logging into the application, the patient uses the QR code to upload their prescription to the system. It initiates the process by scanning or manually entering a code. This step is the trigger for the entire process. 2. Prescription Verification and Validation Check (7) Validity of prescriptions uploaded to the system, date verification, and integration into the healthcare system. This allows for verification. This eliminates fake or expired prescriptions. 5 3. Pharmacy Stock Integration System (2) The medications listed on the prescription are cross-checked against the stocks of pharmacies integrated into the system. This allows the system to automatically identify which pharmacy has the requested medication. Real-time stock information is retrieved. 4. Suitable Pharmacy Display Interface (3) 10 Patients can view pharmacies with medication in stock on a map within the system. Location, open- The listing is done with information such as closure status and pharmacy rating. 5. Patient-Pharmacy Communication Panel (4) Patients can message or call the appropriate pharmacy directly from within the app. can be initiated. Thanks to this feature, you can contact the pharmacy to confirm stock availability and working hours. 15 They can obtain information such as this. As a result of matching the pharmacy with the prescription, the pharmacy can provide the patient with a search or... They provide instant feedback via SMS. 6. Approval and Notification System (6) Patient receives instant notification when order (or preparation) is confirmed by the selected pharmacy. The medication is sent. The steps, such as preparing and shipping the medication, are communicated to the user step by step. 20 7. Delivery Module (5) The pharmacy can deliver medication directly to the patient. In the first phase, this will be done with pharmacy personnel. Deliveries will be made through third-party couriers in the future. will be implemented. (This section is an area for future expansion.) 7 8. Future In-App Payment Integration (8) Currently, the system only involves approval and guidance; implementation will begin in later phases. Online payment options will be available through it. 1. Authorization for E-Payment and Prescription Drug Sales • Pharmacies can receive payments directly from within the app (OTC only). (Not authorized prescription sale). • Virtual POS compliant with KVKK and BDDK regulations, blockchain-based. payment infrastructure 10 2. AI-Based Prescription Recommendation and Interaction Alert System • Identifying potential interactions between prescribed medications and informing the user. It warns. • Possible allergen warnings based on the user's past medication history. 15 • AI that suggests “recurring prescriptions” based on health history engine. 3. Individual Prescription Calendar and Reminder System • Reminding the user of the medication's scheduled times. 20 • Dosage monitoring and notification when a repeat prescription is needed. • Multi-user monitoring for family members (children, seniors, caregivers). 8 4. International Prescription Compliance and Travel Module • Equivalent medications suitable for the country of destination for patients traveling abroad. It enables him to see. • Data compatible with pharmacies in Europe (according to EMA / FHIR standards). 5 5. E-Nabız Integration & Health History Synchronization • Synchronized with the user's prescription and diagnosis history in the E-Nabız system. • The latest prescription data can be automatically retrieved (if the user allows it). 6. Insurance & Supplementary Health Package Integration • Automatically connects with private health insurance and social security systems. discount, payment confirmation. • Automatic insurance check during pharmacy purchases. 7. Institutional Panel – Nursing Homes, Hospitals, Mobile Healthcare Services • Multiple prescription tracking, bulk matching, and bulk tracking for corporate users. Delivery management. • Especially nursing homes, private hospitals and home care service providers (20) for companies. 9 8. Pharmaceutical Waste Management and Environmental Recycling Module • Users can enter their unused medications into the system to locate the nearest "medication collection" center. You can see the "points". • Pharmacies collect these medicines and incorporate them into an environmentally friendly drug disposal system. 9. Pharmacy Review, Rating, and Feedback System • Users can rate and write reviews for the pharmacies they receive services from. • Creates a points-based competitive environment for pharmacies (users) (Satisfaction-oriented). 10. Voice Assistant Integration • Voice-guided medication search for visually impaired or elderly individuals. Matching, calling a pharmacy. System Components and Flowchart: Overall Structure (Entire System) – Schematic Description: 1. Patient Interface (Mobile Application): • Prescription entry (with barcode or code) 20 • List of suitable pharmacies • Approval and delivery tracking • Notification and communication modules 2. Pharmacy Panel: • Prescription acceptance / rejection mechanism • Stock visibility and preparation according to recipe. • Direct communication with the patient • Delivery information sharing and status tracking 5 3. Central Server (Cloud Infrastructure): • Prescription matching algorithm • Pharmacy positioning and sorting system • Stock synchronization system 10 • Security, logging, and data archiving layers • Notification routing and token management 4. Delivery and Shipping Module (Upcoming Phase): • Integrated structure with in-pharmacy couriers or external partners 15 • Delivery address and route planning • SMS and in-app push notification support • Return and redirect management Prescription 20 allows users to easily and securely introduce their prescriptions into the system. Input Module (1), QR code or manual code entry integrated into the mobile application. It includes options. • Verifies prescription information and processes only valid prescriptions. Prescription Verification Unit (7) integrated with health systems, which enables it to see. • Synchronized with pharmacy stock databases and containing 25 prescriptions. Which pharmacies have the specified medications available in real time? Stock Integration and Query System (2) that detects. • Pharmacies that can provide all prescribed medications through the system, a visual map infrastructure that enables location-based sorting and presentation to the user Pharmacy Listing Interface (3). 30 11 • Direct communication between the patient and the pharmacy via the application. Messaging and call panel (4) that makes it possible. This panel allows for the confirmation of prescription details and It enables delivery process planning. • The pharmacy's processes for preparing the order and making it ready for delivery. Order Confirmation and Status Notification Module 5, which manages and provides step-by-step feedback. (6). This system displays status codes such as “Preparing”, “Ready”, “On the way”, “Delivered”. includes. • Initially by pharmacy staff, later centrally managed Delivery Unit (5) configured to be run by the courier network. The unit also allows for verification of delivery via the application. 10 • Within the system architecture, to be activated in future versions. In-app integration that can be integrated with readily available, secure payment infrastructure. Payment System Compatible Infrastructure (8). Artificial Intelligence and Learning Systems Infrastructure: The developed system will, over time, adapt to user habits and regional drug demands. to integrate with machine learning algorithms in a way that can make suggestions It has the appropriate infrastructure. Thus, pharmacy referrals are made according to prescription volumes. It can be made smarter. 20 • Accessibility Module for Users with Disabilities: The system complies with accessibility standards for visually and hearing impaired individuals. (Audio) With navigation and screen reader support, the disabled user experience is prioritized. He was detained. • Drug Interaction Alert System (Phase Two): 25 Potential drug interactions on prescriptions will be integrated into the system in its second phase. The information will be analyzed through a pharmacological database and provided to users and pharmacists. It can be done. 12 • Distinction Between Corporate and Individual Use: The system is suitable for both individual users (patients) and institutional structures (hospitals, private companies, etc.). It enables multi-user account management for organizations such as health insurance companies and nursing homes. It recognizes them. This makes centralized prescription management possible. • Abuse Prevention Security Measures: 5 To prevent the copying of prescription codes or the entry of fraudulent prescriptions, each A unique verification token is used for prescription entry, and system log records are maintained. This measure aims to protect both the patient and the pharmacy from fraud. • International Compatibility and Dissemination Potential: The system architecture is flexible enough to be integrated into pharmacy infrastructures in different countries. 10 It complies with FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) and HL7 standards. This situation provides a significant advantage in expanding the invention into international markets. The system implemented to achieve the invention's purpose is shaped in the attached figures. and these shapes; Figure 1: Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching, and Drug Delivery Tracking System Overall View 20 The numbers in the figures are numbered and are shown below. 25 1- Prescription Code / QR Code Entry Module 3- Convenient Pharmacy Display Interface 13 4- Patient-Pharmacy Communication Panel 5- Delivery Module This invention is a Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching, and Drug Delivery Tracking System. It is related to and features; Prescription Code / QR Code Entry Module (1), Pharmacy Stock Integration The system (2), Suitable Pharmacy Display Interface (3), Patient-Pharmacy Communication Panel (4), Delivery Module (5), Approval and Notification System (6), Prescription Verification and Validation Control (7), In-App Payment Integration (8) 10 It consists of parts.

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14 REQUESTS 1- This invention is a Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery Tracking System. It is related to and features; Prescription Code / QR Code Entry Module (1), Pharmacy Stock Integration System (2), Suitable Pharmacy Display Interface (3), Patient-Pharmacy Communication Panel (4), Delivery Module (5), Approval and Notification System (6), Prescription Verification and Validation 5 Control (7), In-App Payment Integration (8) It consists of parts. 2- As mentioned in Claim 1, Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery This is related to the Tracking System and its feature is; the patient enters the prescription into the system manually with a code or... It contains the Prescription Code / QR Code Input Module (1) which enables loading with a QR code. 3- Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery mentioned in Claim 1. This is a tracking system, and its feature is to provide pharmacies with real-time information on their current drug stocks. It includes the Pharmacy Stock Integration System (2), which enables integration into the system. 4- Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery mentioned in Claim 10 This is related to the Tracking System, and its feature is; to find the nearest or selected stock of the requested drug. It includes the Convenient Pharmacy Display Interface (3) which enables listing pharmacies. 5- Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery mentioned in Claim 1. It is related to the Tracking System and its feature is; Patients can directly contact the pharmacy within 15 days. Patient-Pharmacy Communication Panel (4) that enables patients to send messages or make calls. It includes. 6- Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery 20 mentioned in Claim 1. This is related to the Tracking System, and its function is to ensure that the pharmacy delivers the medication to the patient. It includes the Delivery Module (5) which enables the management of the delivery process. 7- Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery mentioned in Claim 1. This relates to a tracking system and its feature is; information about the preparation and delivery stages of the medicine. It includes the Consent and Notification System (6) which enables informing the patient. 8- Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery mentioned in Claim 1. This is related to the Tracking System, and its feature is that it verifies the validity and accuracy of the prescription within the system. It includes Prescription Verification and Validation Control (7), which enables the monitoring. 9- Smart Prescription Routing, Pharmacy Matching and Drug Delivery mentioned in Claim 10 It is related to the Tracking System and its feature is that it allows the User to make a payment on the system. It includes In-App Payment Integration (8).

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