Open laurwill opened 10 months ago
Thanks for adding the info about this request @alexiawunder ! Could you also confirm that the plan is to link to the .com version of these meds pages (like https://vhlib.staywellsolutionsonline.com/infobutton/208,11394-6309) and not to the .gov version (like https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/MedicationsVA/208,11393-7061)?
@laurwill Yes, you are correct. We are limited to the .com version.
Hi all! I want to flag that we'll need to talk about this further. I have some big concerns about linking to the .com version:
Let's discuss further as a team.
cc @coultonbunney-usds @klawyer
Update: Medications team is restarting this exploration in this Figma file: https://www.figma.com/design/UGHasFKuKENvKz8AgSmxtI/Medications?node-id=4708-34084&t=OWlJIlTkyeXEHSRq-0
Background from the MHV team:
Summary: This support ticket addresses the need to include a link to specific medication information from the medication details pages. This addition aims to provide users with quick and easy access to authoritative and detailed medication information to enhance their overall healthcare experience.
Why: The objective behind adding this link is to empower users to better understand the medications they are prescribed or considering. By providing access to comprehensive medication information, we aim to enhance the user experience and contribute to their healthcare knowledge.
What: In line with our ongoing efforts to improve user experience, the content team is working to introduce a link on the medication details page. This link will redirect users to an external website where they can access comprehensive information about the selected medication.
How: The link will be established using the National Drug Code (NDC) codes associated with the medication. This link will connect users to more information about the specific medication on the vhlib.staywellsolutionsonline.com site. The connection will be facilitated through VHL's Krames API (VHL's license is valid through 2027).
It's worth mentioning that Cerner already employs a similar approach. In Cerner, the medication details modal features a "Learn more about this medication" link, which directs users to First Databank (FDB) using the Krames API in a new browser tab. This new tab may display a list of medications of the same or similar names, or take the user directly to that particular medication page.
When: While the developed solution doesn't need to be included in the Phase 0 MVP, it is essential to solidify a clear plan of action and incorporate it into the MHV PI 13 Planning, which is scheduled for November 6-9, 2023. Preparation for this PI Planning will begin on or after the week of October 18, 2023.
Who: Several tasks and responsibilities will be assigned to the UX team, including UCD and CAIA:
Business Requirements: Three key business requirements have been drafted as part of this initiative: