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EClinicalWorks EMR & Practice Management Software Review E-mail
Written by Karen Corey   
Tuesday, 26 April 2011 16:54

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EClinicalWorks EMR & Practice Management Software (www.eclinicalworks.com ) is a fully integrated system in a single database. The EMR module helps improve patient documentation efficiency with its innovative technology. The Practice Management module manages schedules, stores demographic data and has detailed reporting. This solution has a multitude of features and modules to assist the staff in any size medical practice or specialty.

In Use

This system is designed to streamline the patient flow from the front desk to the billing office. It has many built-in features and tools, including drop down lists and templates. EClinicalWorks is customizable and clinical content can be assessed remotely from anywhere. This all in one solution can also be used by specialists. There are more than 40 specialties and subspecialties available that have specific tools designed for this purpose.

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Technology Employed

This is a web based product that can be deployed using on demand SaaS or through an on premises client/ server model. It has three-tier technology which uses HTTPs and XML. It can be used with either Windows or Linux servers. It can be accessed remotely and supports both SQL and MySQL server options.

Ease of Use, Configuration and Deployment

The professional staff of eClinicalWorks will help you determine the right system setup for your practice. They assist in the configuration and deployment of the system and will assist you with training and implementation. There are a variety of resources available to help in the training process. Additional implementation and training services are also available for a fee.

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Recap

EClinicalWorks is a comprehensive complete system that handles all aspects of patient documentation and practice management. The schedule management system has many capabilities including creating scheduling templates. This software allows for claims to submitted electronically and has the ability to track claims. It is a complete EMR and Practice Management system that is integrated into a single database.

EClinicalWorks offers two pricing options. The first option is for upfront pricing for the entire system and is $10,000 for the first provider and $5,000 for an additional full-time provider. Annual maintenance and support fee is additional. The second option is subscription pricing and is $400 per month per provider and maintenance and support is included. You can also purchase additional services and solutions including Patient Portal
and eClinicalMessenger.

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Advantages

All-in-one system
Customizable
User friendly
Innovative features and tools

Disadvantages

The cost of additional add-ons and services may boost the cost of the system.

My Take

EClinicalWorks is an all in one solution to fits the needs of any size medical practice and most specialties. I liked the entire setup of the system and it was very easy to navigate between the modules. I also liked the fact it has many innovative tools and features to make all tasks simple and easy to complete. This system is ideal for all types and sizes of medical practices.


Karen Corey
About the author:
Karen Corey is a freelance writer and researcher with over 10 years experience in marketing research and healthcare. She does reviews, articles, and blogs on a variety of topics and specializes in SEO and all types of software. She resides in Southern California.
 
Comments (1)
NextGen vs. eClinicalWorks
1 Monday, 23 May 2011 14:08
Andrew Jones
What happened to your review of NextGen? I'm interested in what people who have used AllScripts, eCW and NextGen would have to say about the three.

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