Integration Services FAQ

Q. How do we integrate Lexi-Comp content?

• Our drug information can be integrated via APIs, Web Services, or flat XML files via an FTP site.

Q. What are the parameters for integration?

• The NDC, Lexi-Comp global ID, or drug name is utilized to pass as a parameter in the calls to direct the user to the correct information within the Lexi-Comp database.

Q. What are the Web Services requirements?

• Web Service Description Language (WSDL) file for our web services. Currently it is compatible with Visual Studio 2005 (.NET Framework 2.0) and Java 1.4.2 and higher. Under .NET you must use the custom security object to allow for proper authentication. We also provide a Web Service's sample project which is for use in Visual Studio 2005 only.

Q. How frequently do you update?

• Updates to our content are available on a daily basis.

If you are interested in learning more on integrating, licensing, or customizing our content to meet your patient care needs, please contact us.