Are you ready for web based dental practice management system?

Posted by Shriya Rathod on March 8th, 2017

So then are you ready for web based dental practice management system?

For many years dental practice system was in-house server based. Practices didn't have other options and software could be expensive and hard to maintain. Now, there are robust cloud-based options that can meet the same needs for web based dental practice management, billing, and electronic records. They are often more affordable and easier to implement. However, cloud-based software may not be for everyone. See benefits of web based dental practice management and following few questions to help you decide if it is right for your independent practice.

You probably already use cloud-based technology for banking, bill paying, shopping, communications (email), etc. Medical Practices have moved 40% to cloud from paper and in-house server based technology as per Black Book report.

According to a 2014 survey by HIMSS Analytics, 86% of healthcare organizations say they’re already using cloud services, and 67% say they’re using cloud-based applications.

The report indicates the three most common uses of cloud technology are:

Hosting of clinical applications and data

Backup and data recovery

Health information exchange

Buy why should you switch to the cloud? Why not install something on your own server and manage it in-house? 

Minimized Upfront Cost: Most cloud software is licensed on a subscription basis, which means instead of paying thousands of dollars for a perpetual license, you pay a fee for access per month. Since cloud applications are hosted remotely, there are no physical server requirements, which means implementation also goes faster and costs less.

Increased Mobility and Collaboration: Rather than installing software on a physical hard drive, cloud applications are typically accessed by logging in through a web portal. That means providers can access the information they need from any location and device. Whether you’re in the office, traveling, or administering an at-home visit, cloud software helps you maintain continuity of care by staying connected to patient and procedural data. 

Outsourced IT Maintenance: When you subscribe to a cloud-based application, the vendor usually agrees to manage all IT maintenance, including bug-repair, updates, patches, and security. That can make a huge difference for a smaller practice with limited (or no) IT resources — saves time, saves money, frees your staff to focus on delivering care and improving the patient experience. 

If you’re reading this article, you’re probably already considering a move to web based dental practice management. But you may have invested a lot in your current solution, so don’t take the decision lightly: gather the necessary stakeholders and figure out how much a cloud solution could save your practice each month, after operational expenses.

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