Where's My List of SIG Codes?

Overview

SIG codes are standardized abbreviations used by prescribers and pharmacists to communicate prescription instructions efficiently. These codes ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance in prescription labeling and medication administration directions.

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Navigation Path

Settings → Codes and Classifications → SIG Codes

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Open FileMaker Pro

1. Click the FileMaker Pro icon on your computer to launch FileMaker.

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2. Access SiCompounding

1. When FileMaker opens, locate the large menu bar on the left side of the window.
2. Click SiCompounding (near the top of the menu).

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3. Open the Pharmacy Dashboard

1. In the next window, several icons will appear across the middle of the screen.
2. Click Pharmacy to open the Pharmacy Dashboard.

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4. Open Settings

1. From the blue sidebar menu on the left side:
   • Scroll to the bottom.
   • Select Settings.

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5. Navigate to Codes and Classifications

1. Under General Settings, select Codes and Classifications.
   • This section allows you to input and manage standard codes for prescription orders.

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6. Select SIG Codes

1. From the popup list, select SIG Codes.
2. The SIG Codes window opens, displaying a list of codes related to medication frequency for labels.

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SIG Codes Window Fields

The SIG Codes window displays the following columns:

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Managing SIG Code Status

In the SIG Codes window, you can modify the status of each SIG code:

• Active – The code is available for selection when creating prescriptions.
• Inactive – The code is hidden from prescription options.

Toggle the Status field for each code as needed to control availability.

Note – This process can be applied when editing an existing SIG code or when creating a new SIG code.

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Searching SIG Codes

• Use the Search bar located in the upper right corner of the window.
• Search by Code or Label.
• Press Enter/Return to display your search results.

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Adding a New SIG Code

1. Click the + SIG Code button to create a new code entry.
2. The SIG Codes window opens.
3. Enter the required information (Code, Frequency Label, Frequency Full Label).
4. Click Save to complete the addition.

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Editing an Existing SIG Code

1. In the SIG Codes window, locate the code you wish to modify.
2. Click the settings gear icon at the end of the row.
3. Select Edit from the menu options.
4. The SIG Codes window opens for that specific code.
5. Make your modifications and click Save.

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About Pharmacy Settings

Important: The Pharmacy Settings module contains all templates and default configurations and must be completed before using other areas of SiCompounding.

Within Pharmacy Settings, you have the ability to manage:

• Product Settings – Configure pharmacy products
• Facility Areas – Define physical pharmacy spaces
• Equipment – Manage pharmacy equipment
• Workflows – Set up operational workflows
• Costs and Fees – Configure pricing structures
• Lab Work – Manage laboratory operations
• COM Templates – Create compound order templates
• Notifications – Set up system notifications
• Integrations – Configure third-party integrations
• Automations – Access and review automation logs

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Best Practices

• Ensure all SIG Codes are properly configured and status-managed before staff begins creating prescriptions.
• Use standardized abbreviations that are recognized across the pharmacy industry.
• Regularly review and update SIG codes to maintain consistency in prescription instructions.
• Mark deprecated SIG codes as Inactive rather than deleting them to preserve historical records.