Why the Unit of Measure Matters in Audits: A Small Factor with Big Consequences
A unit of measure (UOM) provides standards to define physical quantities. Without a UOM, a number is left open for interpretation, and while common sense often prevails for pharmacies, third-party auditors look for explicit instruction. With an ambiguous, or absent, UOM (primarily an issue with electronic prescriptions), an auditor may flag the claim as discrepant […]