CPOE
Medical abbreviation · Medical Documentation
| Stands for | Computerized provider order entry |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
CPOE stands for Computerized provider order entry, a medical documentation abbreviation.
System in which clinicians enter medication, laboratory, imaging and other orders directly into the electronic record instead of writing them on paper. It enables dose checks, allergy alerts and legible orders.
Example: Order entered via CPOE; pharmacist verification pending.
Usage notes
Pronounced "see-poe". CPOE reduces transcription errors and illegible handwriting, though poorly designed alerts cause alert fatigue. Federal meaningful use rules made CPOE use a requirement for incentive payments. Order sets within CPOE standardize care for common conditions.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.