How to Select a Best Web EMR

Whether investing in an EMR to improve care, increase revenue or office efficiency, choosing the best web EMR can be a daunting task. There are numerous vendors in the market providing a wide range of web EMRs, which makes it very difficult for the physician or hospital to make a decision. More over, each vendor provides a range of EMRs with different features. Truly speaking, not every practice or a hospital would require all the features; by and large it depends on the specialty and modus operandi of the practice or hospital. There are certain features that may be useful for the practice and others may not. In this situation it’s really very important to list out the requirements and to make a decision as regards best web EMR for the practice. 

Let's consider 10 of the most important features of web EMR software.

1. Web-Based and Secure Portability
2. Complete Integration with Other Medical Systems
3. E-Prescription Compatibility
4. PQRI Automation
5. Adaptive Learning (System Memorizes Data)
6. Patient Portal Accessible From Anywhere
7. Flexible, Non-Template Based Systems
8. Electronic Document Management and Imaging
9. Voice Recognition and Handwriting Recognition
10. In Compliance with Federal and State Regulations

As you can see, EMR software should be, and for the most part is, highly flexible and customizable to your needs. These are just some of the features that may help your business. A careful analysis of the existing system and listing out the features of various EMRs available in the market can help to make a decision as regards best web EMR for the practice (or hospital).