CareCloud is a cloud based practice management and ehr system that is widely recognized as being one of the best available. This program is changing the landscape of healthcare one practice at a time. Carecloud employs advanced, intuitive technologies that solve the problems other systems have thought to be too small to deal with. CareCloud not only solves the major headaches of systems but also looks at the small things that make a practice run more efficiently and in the end be more profitable.

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The heart of the CareCloud Central system is the Dashboard which puts everything at your fingertips. The medical billing and practice management module allows the user to track and manage key practice metrics from their dashboard. This software has all the features and tools needed to manage any size or type of medical practice.

Features

CareCloud Central has a variety of modules to handle many tasks including a Patient Dashboard. Here is where you can view a clinical summary on any patient. You can view demographic information, scan documents and attach notations quickly and easily. The Medical Billing Collections feature allows the user to do payment posting automatically. It has a robust reporting system that can create all types of customized reports.  It is cloud based which means uptime and scalability are easily satisfied.

System Requirements

The only requirement for accessing CareCloud Central is a web browser. It is web based with a user friendly interface with lots of emphasis put on the graphic design of the software. The output is done in Adobe Flash so the interface is very fluid and responsive.  It is built using ruby on rails which is the gold standard right now for web based programs.

Implementation and Deployment

This cloud based software allows patient records to be accessed from anywhere using a web browser. There is no additional software or hardware to purchase. This software can be accessed from all types of mobile devices such as an iPhone or iPad.

Recap

CareCloud is very intuitive and designed to eliminate reduntant time comsuming tasks. It is a monthly subscription solution that is webbased and can be accessed from anywhere through a web browser. The system is fully integrated so the practice workflow runs smoothly and effeciently. All practice and patient documentation can be accessed from the customizable Practice Management Dashboard.

Pros

VERY User Friendly

Web based

Fully Integrated

Innovative Features

90%+ First Time Claim Submission Success

Cloud Based

Cons

Cannot see any at this time except that there is not a ghost program available that would run locally in the event of an internet outage.

My Opinion

CareCloud Central is a powerful cloud based software that has innovative features including an unique electronic reminders system. I was very impressed with all innovate and high tech features this software had to offer. It can used by any type or size medical practice with very little implementation time needed. I would recommend this effective, straightforward medical practice management solution.

athenaClinicals EHR from athenaHealth

athenaClinicals EHR from athenaHealth (http://www.athenahealth.com ) is web based so all information is available to the entire staff. This means the workflow can be measured and monitored by the entire network. This is an integrated solution that allows patient information to be seen at the point of care; plus many other capabilities such as online record keeping.

Features

The athenaClinicals EHR has an innovative five stage patient encounter feature that gives multiple charting options and collects clinical data. AthenaHealth is constantly integrating government mandates and provisions into their software. This is done automatically and with no cost to you. This system allows the entire staff to be able to access patient information and clinical data quickly and efficiently.  The software seamlessly integrates with their billing software which is one of the best in the industry.

System Requirements

athenaClinicals EHR is a hosted web based system that doesn’t require additional hardware. This software is compatible with Windows XP Professional, Vista and Windows 7. It is recommended that Internet Explorer 8 or higher is used. Dragon Naturally Speaking version 9 or higher is also compatible with this software.

Implementation and Deployment

The technical experts at athenaClinicals will assist your practice in implementing and deploying your system. They will assist you with all aspects of setting of the application and training your staff to use it. There are many online resources available for support and training issues.

Recap

The cloud based architecture of athenaClinicals means there is no need for additional servers or maintaining servers. AthenaHealth hosts all data and software in their very secure data centers. All information is contained in a centralized single database including clinical guidelines, payer requirements and government incentive programs. The five stage patient encounter feature optimizes time to make the workflow run smoothly and efficiently.

Pros

Customizable

Innovative features and tools

User Friendly

Excellent billing platform

Integrated EHR/PM

Cons

The EHR is used in conjunction with their billing service which can be costly.  The implementation fees are a little high and billing percentage is not always competitive depending on your practice size.

My Opinion

athenaClinicals is a robust system that is very user friendly. It has drop down menus that are easy to understand and use. I liked the fact that most things were automatically inputted into the chart such as lab results. This is a web hosted product that can be used my any type or size of medical practice or clinic.

Used by over 6,000 chiropractors, physical therapists and medical doctors across the States, ECLIPSE is an affordable, intuitive system ideal for streamlining practice administration and improving efficiency. ECLIPSE is installed primarily on-premise, and is priced very affordably relative to other on-premise electronic medical records (EMR) and practice management (PM) programs. Due to ECLIPSE’s focus on chiropractic care and related specialists, customers can feel confident they are purchasing only the functionality they need and aren’t paying extra for unnecessary features.

ECLIPSE’s practice management is simple yet robust, offering features for patient billing, Medicaid/Medicare billing, electronic claims submission, scheduling and financial reporting. The EMR function provides customizable templates, alerts and reminders, and document management. ECLIPSE has been ONC-ATCB certified for 2011/2012, allowing eligible providers to qualify for stimulus reimbursements.

One feature we find especially beneficial to ECLIPSE users is the ability to pull up multiple patient files without having to retrace their steps or undo previous activity. This accessibility of patient charts helps the user reduce extraneous clicking and makes the system an especially good fit for high-volume practices. Also, the user interface for scheduling and patient ledgers can be customized by each individual user.

ECLIPSE has been serving the needs of providers for 25 years and is currently in use by practices ranging from a single physician to multi-specialty, mult-site practices with dozens of providers. Due to its popularity, ease of use, and straightforward functionality, we feel comfortable recommending ECLIPSE to all sizes of chiropractic, physical therapy, and pain management practices.

Beyond its modern technology, Aprima 2011 is also a very functionally advanced system. The company achieved 2011/2012 certification through CCHIT, which means that users of the system can become eligible for stimulus funds under ARRA. This is evidence that the system meets the rigorous functional requirements laid out by CCHIT and HHS. Importantly, the entire Aprima system is built on a single database, which allows users to seamlessly work across clinical and office workflows in one familiar system.

Aprima has also invested considerably in interoperability. The system can communicate with systems used by payers and hospitals, as well as a wide range of medical devices. The system’s .Net infrastructure has a lot to do with that, as .Net is designed to improve how systems communicate.

Aprima serves the range of primary care and specialty providers. From a size of practice standpoint, Aprima can function well for solo practices all the way up to groups with twenty-five physicians. While lesser known than some of the “big names” in EHR, Aprima is a smart choice for most provider’s short lists.

PrimeSuite 2011 is well suited for a wide range of specialties and primary care providers. However, the company’s solutions are also well suited for integrated delivery networks, regional extension centers, health information exchanges, and independent practice associations.

Greenway has been on the forefront of the ARRA stimulus program and has already achieved 2011/2012 ONC-ATCB certification. Therefore, providers using the system are eligible to receive stage 1 stimulus funds when they achieve meaningful use.

PrimeSUITE 2011 is available as both an on-premise solutions, or hosted as an on-demand service whereby Greenway hosts the system for its customers.

The eClinicalWorks system is a completely integrated EMR and practice management suite designed for ambulatory care environments. The system includes functionality that automates the entire workflow from when a patient arrives at the office to when they leave. The system’s scalable nature makes the product a good fit for a range of practices, from solo practices to large clinics with hundreds of providers. The system also has such a wide range of specialty-specific templates that it can address the needs of most specialties. eClinicalWorks is also open in such a way that it is particularly effective in integrating to community or state-wide health record networks.

eClinicalWorks has emphasized a number of usability an efficiency features, including the ability to look up a patient with a single click, mobile support and integration of faxes, lab reports an patient referrals. The product also offers a patient portal, which allows patients to log in, access their records and deal with billing and scheduling communications.

eClinicalWorks has received a wide range of awards and accolades, while its customers have often won the prestigious Davies Award from HIMSS for their outstanding use of electronic health records.

Due to its leadership position, we believe that eClinicalWorks should be evaluated by most physician practices and clinics.

GroupOne Health Source, an industry leading EHR implementation firm, offers sales, service and training services for eClinicalWorks and has achieved Gold Certified status. The company has more staff focused on eClinicalWorks than any other eClinicalWorks reseller partner. In addition to supporting customers in implementing and adopting eClinicalWorks, GroupOne also offers sophisticated revenue cycle management services designed for eCW users.

GroupOne’s OneRate program includes a complete eClinicalWorks system and revenue cycle management services. Under this program, GroupOne pays all EHR license and maintenance fees for the practice, while providing outsourced medical billing services. Basically, the EHR is provided for free when a practice utilizes GroupOne’s billing services.

Allscripts has emerged as perhaps the largest ambulatory care software provider. The company offers a range of systems for different clinical and business applications, specialties and size of organization.

Allscripts Professional is a complete ambulatory care system for medical practices. Providers and their teams use the system for electronic health records, e-prescribing, medical billing and patient scheduling. The company has developed templates for a wide range of specialties, so the system is appealing to a range of organizations. The company’s developers have emphasized that the user interface maps to physician workflows and the way that physicians think.

One of the most compelling aspects of the Allscripts Professional system is its connectivity. The system’s e-prescribing applications integrates with more than 50,000 pharmacies. Meanwhile, the company asserts that it connects to more laboratories than any other system on the market. Finally, the system offers a patient portal that allows patients to log in and access their records, appointments and billing.

Allscripts is on the forefront of compliance with current ONC-ATCB certification requirements and has achieved the requisite certifications. The company has also invested heavily in the security required to meet HIPAA requirements.

Recognizing that providers are seeking cost-effective solutions, Allscripts has created a range of pricing options, including up-front licencing and financing solutions that spread payments over time.

As a market leader, Allscripts should be evaluated by most physicians practices.

As an early mover in the market for Software as a Service (SaaS) medical applications, ADP AdvancedMD has built a large customer base of over 20,000 health care providers and 300 revenue cycle management services. The company’s products include applications for both clinical and practice management solutions.The ADP AdvancedMD EHR is CCHIT Certified, which means that it meets that organization’s robust requirements for functionality, interoperability and security. The system offers a range of templates, which can be further customized to meet individual workflows. Organizations that fully deploy the ADP AdvancedMD EHR can achieve a paperless clinical workflow.

Meanwhile, ADP AdvancedMD’s Revenue Cycle Management application is similarly robust. The system offers functionality for patient scheduling, online eligibility checks, denial tracking and other critical revenue management functions. The company operates its own clearinghouse and processes over 1.5 million claims each month. It keeps the online system up-to-date on payer rule changes, so that providers can realize claims acceptance on the first submission more than 95% of the time. Compare that statistic to what most providers achieve on average only 70%.

ADP AdvancedMD is priced on a monthly subscription basis. Pricing depends on how many users are licensed and what modules are going to be used. There is not a contract, so customers can cancel any month. The subscription fees include all ongoing product support.

NextGen Ambulatory EHR is a complete system that meets the ARRA Meaningful Use criteria. This software has many innovative features and tools, including prebuilt clinical templates for over twenty six specialties. It also has disease management templates that captures patient data at the point of care.

Features

NextGen Ambulatory EHR has multiple integrated modules that assist in documenting patient information. It features an E&M coding calculator to help prevent lost charges and helps to maximize reimbursements. The ePrescribing & Medications module helps to prevent interactions and errors. It automatically checks a patient’s current medications and allergies before it electronically transmits the prescription to the pharmacy. There are a variety of other management features for health maintenance, images and referrals.

System Requirements

System requirements vary depending on the size of your medical practice. The technical experts will assist you in deciding what type of hardware and software is needed for your specific medical practice.

Implementation and Deployment

The experts at NextGen will assist you in planning and preparing for implementation and deployment of your software. They assist you in setting up a system that is designed specifically for your medical practice. NextGen offers many training options and will assign you a customer care specialist. The specialist will assist with support, training and licenses.

Recap

NextGen Ambulatory EHR can be used in hospitals & health systems, group practices and in small practices. The software uses scalable enterprise architecture so hospitals and large multiple location health systems can connect though the system and share patient documentation. NextGen EHR is designed to work in group practices. It allows each physician to have their own workflow and the patient information is stored in a central location. Small practices can also use this software to run their practice efficiently.

Pros

Innovative tools & features

Customizable

Multiple Modules

User Friendly

Cons

Additional licenses and add-ons may increase the cost of the solution.  The overall cost of this EHR solution may be cost prohibitive to smaller practices.  Majority of NextGen clients are using server side hosting as the web based side of this program is not there just yet.

My Opinion

NextGen Ambulatory EHR is a robust system that can be used in hospitals, group practices and in small practices. The interface allows the user to quickly navigate through the entire system. I was impressed will all of the timesaving tools and features. This product is well suited for any type or size of medical practice.