Michelle Hopkins
If you operate a bustling chiropractic office, then you probably know how tough it can be to keep patient records, appointment scheduling, billing and more neatly organized. Fortunately, there are plenty of software programs out there that can help you keep things running smoothly in your office. You could be unsure of which program to invest in when there are so many options out there, but looking for these four simple yet important features can help you make the right decision for your chiropractic practice.
1. All-in-One Capability
Don't make the mistake of buying separate software programs for things like scheduling appointments, keeping track of medical records and handling billing. Otherwise, you might find it tough to juggle information across several different platforms. Instead, look for one program that will allow you to handle it all without having to transition from one program to another.
2. Easy Updates
The chiropractic world changes relatively frequently, and you have to ensure that your office is ready to tackle these changes. For example, many practices recently transitioned from using ICD-9 coding to ICD-10. These changes can require software updates, so it's best if your software program can be updated easily—and hopefully, for free as well.
3. Chiropractic Focus
Don't make the mistake that many offices make by investing in a software program that is designed for general medical use. As you already know, there are a lot of differences between general medical practices and the chiropractic world, such as the way that records are kept and the type of coding that is used for billing purposes. By investing in a software program that is designed just for offices like yours, you can ensure that you have all of the features that your office needs while avoiding the things that your practice won't use.
4. Device Capability
As a busy chiropractor or other chiropractic professional, you might use a tablet or other device while in the office with your patients. It's best to look for a software program that has device capability so that you can quickly and easily make notes and add things to your patients' medical files while you're offering your services.
There are a lot of different chiropractic EHR software programs on the market, so there is no need in using a program that doesn't offer all of the features that your office needs. Look for these four features when shopping for a software program, and you can help ensure that your practice operates as smoothly and easily as possible.