In a nutshell, the time saved in creating and retrieving electronic records increases efficiency and profitability.

Other benefits include enhanced patient satisfaction, better service, ensured security of medical records, better adherence to compliance guidelines, and major space savings.

Most electronic medical record systems force physicians and staff to change the way they work. For example, the doctors, accustomed to handwriting or dictating their patient notes, must now adjust to using a computer and become chained to a workstation, often hindering their ability to interact with their patients.

Doctors and staff must undergo lengthy training. In fact, some systems take several months to learn. Finally, every change in form or procedure requires the contracting of a computer programmer.

d-Chart lets doctors record patient notes and medical records in whatever way they prefer, whether that's handwriting, form-filling, computer typing, or dictation. Training on d-Chart usually takes less than two days, with the practice fully operational throughout the process. Finally, every change in a form or procedure is easily accomplished by any member of the staff. No need to hire the services of a programmer.

In most practices, growth of the medical staff automatically implies higher overhead costs due to the need for additional support staff. The added efficiency provided by d-Chart can eliminate these costs. In other words, by automating the record-keeping process, d-Chart helps practices leverage existing staff more effectively.

Because d-Chart is so flexible, it easily adapts to virtually any medical practice from a primary care physician to a specialist. It is also appropriate for any size practice from a single-doctor to multi-doctor groups and hospitals. All types and sizes of medical practices can benefit significantly when they convert from paper records to d-Chart electronic medical records.

All information found in the traditional folder is still present, only more organized. Instead of sifting through layers of paperwork to find a certain piece of information, d-Chart's highly-indexed filing system allows you to quickly click through the patient's history for the desired information.

Virtually anything. That includes all paperwork related to the patient, such as x-rays, photos, insurance cards, related research information pertaining to the patient's ailment, etc. Not only is this information securely archived in d-Chart, it's easy to access by all authorized personnel.

Absolutely. They do not have to use computers to enter information. In fact, they'll be able to continue to take patient notes just as they always have. They'll also have the option of handwriting using an TabletPC or dictation using voice-recognition software.

TabletPC is one of the features that makes d-Chart different from traditional EMR systems, and it can be an important step in a phased implementation.

Instead of physicians having to input patient notes and complete forms on a PC, they can simply hand write their notes on TabletPC using a digital pen, which operates very similarly to a regular pen. TabletPC then converts the handwriting into a permanent part of the electronic patient record. Essentially, TabletPC allows physicians to interact with patients and conduct exams the same way they always have, without having to be chained to a computer workstation.

All records are stored electronically on a network server where physicians and staff can quickly and simultaneously retrieve the patient's historical records from any networked computer. That means no more racing around the office to different departments searching for missing files. d-Chart also allows patient records to be input, scanned, and retrieved remotely over the Internet from a hospital, satellite office, or home.

Using a password system and a HIPAA security key, the medical records are accessible, but only to authorized users. Whole files or just portions of files can be protected. The physician has full control over what can be seen and what can be edited in the patient's chart.

Your patients will see the benefit in the increased efficiency of your office. d-Chart frees up nurses, physicians, and staff to spend more time focused on patient care. Also, for patients who need referrals, you'll be able to quickly and efficiently send their medical records to the receiving party. No more waiting for couriers or regular mail. Finally, patients can be confident that their medical records will never be lost or seen by unauthorized personnel.

You can still get the benefits of paperless medical records. The physicians' completed forms will be scanned into d-Chart, which is a quick and easy process.

No. Most likely, you won't ever need a programmer once d-Chart is installed. Simply create your forms the way you always have. Then scan them into d-Chart using a scanner. d-Chart's proprietary technology converts them into a digital form template. They're then immediately available to be filled out on a TabletPC.

Most of our clients choose to transition gradually, converting their paper records as patients make new visits. That is, when a patient arrives, you scan their existing paper records into digital form using standard scanning equipment. Most practices can complete the conversion process seamlessly and without interruption in daily routine.

Actually, your records are safer stored in electronic form than they are on paper. Redundant computer storage systems and off-site backups assure patient records are secure regardless of computer problems or natural disasters.

We can usually train staff in just one to two days, depending on the size of the practice. Most importantly, throughout the training process your practice should be able to remain open and fully operational.

All your records will be centralized, so you'll be able to access them from any of your offices, or even from remote locations. Patients' records are always available regardless of which office they choose to visit.

d-Chart is extremely flexible. As your practice grows, not only will d-Chart support the additional load, you'll see increased efficiencies and economies.

It has an optional complete Work Flow module which provides for scheduling, messaging, referral processing, patient registration, and patient histories. It also has a back-office component which provides for electronic filing of EOBs, superbills, insurance, general accounting, correspondence and human resource records.

d-Chart is typically less expensive than most traditional electronic medical record systems and has one of the fastest ROIs in the industry. But even more importantly, doctors, nurses, and staff will use and will like d-Chart, ensuring maximum return on your investment now and in the years ahead. That's a claim that doesn't apply to most electronic medical record systems.

Frankly, the technology is here-and it's stable, easy to use, and cost effective. Regardless of whether the technology improves, the wave of the future is electronic data. So why keep creating paper records? The sooner you convert, the sooner you'll reap the benefits of increased efficiency and begin realizing a return on your investment.

By automating large areas of the record-keeping process, d-Chart can dramatically slash the staff time necessary to transcribe, file, and manage charts. You'll find blocks of time freed up for other responsibilities-like seeing more patients. And you'll be able to grow your medical practice without adding administrative support staff.

d-Chart can be interfaced seamlessly with Practice Management Systems (PMS) and other e-business applications such as Perfect Care, Medical Manager, Mysis, Medisoft, Lytec, Medmaster, CDL, MOS, and others. d-Chart works with word templates, prescription-writing software, and other Windows software. No programming is needed to coordinate the different programs.