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Electronic Medical Records Basics

The paper medical record is on the way out: electronic medical records provide so many benefits that it just makes sense to switch. Electronic charts can hold notes, x-rays, prescriptions, and any other medical information usually found in paper records. This makes searching and retrieving data easier, improves efficiency and accuracy, and allows doctors to access patients' information remotely.

Electronic medical records systems also provide benefits such as reduced mistakes caused by bad handwriting, drug interaction precautions, and improved billing and insurance handling. When choosing an EMR system, make sure it can work with your MPM or billing software, as well.

Points to consider:

• What type of practice do you need EMR software for?
• What functions and features are most critical for you?
• What type of hardware will you need?
• How many practitioners do you have?
• How many people will be using this software?
• Are you interested in a web-hosted (ASP) solution?
• Will you need to integrate your EMR solution with your practice mgmt/billing solution?
• What is your estimated budget?
• Will you need installation & training services?

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Common terms:

• Electronic medical records (EMR)
• Electronic health records (EHR)
• EHR system
• EMR software
• EMR system
• Medical practice software
• Medical records software
• Medical software

Leading suppliers:

• A4 Health Systems
• Acermed
• AdvancedMD
• LeonardoMD
• Lytec (NDC Health)
• Medical Manager (Emdeon Practice Services)
• MediSoft (Per-Se Technologies)
• Millbrook (GE Medical Systems Information Technologies)
• Misys Healthcare Systems
• Visionary Medical Systems