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What does CureMD do?
CureMD is the leading provider of custom and off-the-shelf healthcare information management systems, integration services and accompanying consulting and management services.
From the award-winning CureMD Practice Resource System to a wide range of mobile and custom applications, CureMD leads the industry in delivering Web-based health management solutions.
How is CureMD different from other vendors?
Key to CureMD's long-term strategy is the ASP (Application Service Provider) business model. With the rapid growth of Internet technology, the implementation of HIPAA standards and the availability of affordable broadband connectivity, the ASP model put advanced, secure and cost-effective technology within the reach of organizations of all sizes and specialties.
CureMD is a comprehensive network of integrated systems and services, designed to address every aspect of a medical practice's clinical, financial and administrative workflow.
Is this a hospital system?
CureMD was designed for physicians; integrated delivery organizations such as small to medium-sized practices, large group practices, community health centers, and ambulatory clinics.
What is included in CureMD?
A true Web-based solution, CureMD is available in either of two ways:
1. ASP (Application Service Provider)
A monthly subscription-based service, securely accessible over the Internet
2. Client Web-server
A locally hosted client-server, which clients have the option of publishing on the Web for secure, remote access from any Internet connection.
CureMD All-In-One System Features:
Will CureMD have any right to access and use patient data?
The end users of this system—physicians and provider organizations—will have complete control over the data.
Security
CureMD provides everything needed to maintain full compliance with HIPAA security requirements.
- User-Based Access Levels
- SSL
- 128-Bit Encryption
- Password Authentication
- Product Attributes, Features, and Benefits
Why do I need an EMR?
An EMR provides practitioners with immediate access to information needed to make clinical decisions at the point of care. Our efficient, cost-effective and fully integrated approach to EMR puts clinical information management easily within the reach of virtually any practice, solving the multiple problems of storage and retrieval of patient records and making point-of-care decision support and order entry an instant reality.
Do patients think CureMD creates distance between them and the doctor?
We have found that patients actually feel more confident in physicians who stay up-to-date with technology. Patients also indicate that they feel more secure because they see that necessary information is available when the physician requires it to make decisions about medical care.
Am I obligated to take these services and do they cost extra?
No, you are not obligated to use CureMD Information Services. You choose what is included in your services; however we believe these services offer great value to the physician.
Can I use my own network if I already have one?
CureMD Information Services will be delivered over the CureMD Network to promote security, confidentiality, and integration with CureMD.
Will pharmacies accept faxed prescriptions for CureMD?
Yes, but users need to check with their state electronic prescribing laws.
Can I store and view my patients' test results and x-rays?
Yes, you can use CureMD to view lab results and enter text associated with all other tests, such as x-rays.
Will CureMD make my office “paperless”?
Yes. CureMD is designed to eliminate paper by providing state of the art electronic documentation and imaging functionalities. With CureMD, all your paper documents can be scanned and electronically stored from an easy to use interface.
However, in some states “quill pen” laws still require doctors to maintain a printed H&P report. CureMD enables you to generates this report from the information electronically documented during the encounter and then provides ready access to all the information without having to pull the paper record.
Is CureMD integrated with Crystal Reports?
Yes. CureMD users can have the ability to customize reports by using Crystal Reports.
System Security/Patient Data Confidentiality
Can CureMD limit access to patient data?
CureMD administrators can utilize the permissions base features in the application Settings. In the user setup, they have the ability to activate and deactivate features from the user profile.
How does CureMD protect the confidentiality of my patient's records? Of my practice?
CureMD has several specific features that help you to manage the security and confidentiality of your information, including provider passwords, locked screens, access restrictions, and audit trails.
Does CureMD provide Backup? Disaster Recovery?
Yes. CureMD provides online back ups and disaster recovery services.
Pricing
How much does the CureMD product cost?
There are a number of variables that will determine the cost for an individual client. A big variable is the number of work stations and wireless access units, which are specific to each user's needs.
System Architecture
What's the system architecture?
The application is a client server application operating under a Windows-based graphical user interface and using SQL as the database .
How many patient records can be loaded into CureMD?
The number of patient files is limited only by the memory, processing speed, and storage capacity of the server employed. SQL server is a highly scaleable database which allows CureMD (PRS) virtually unlimited capacity to enter patient records.
Server Specifications
Additional Software
- SQL Server 2000
- Crystal Reports V.10
- SSL (Optional)
Workstation Specs
Printer / Scanner
- HP Laser Jet 2300N
- HP Scan Jet 5550
Pocket PC (CureMobile)
APC (For Each Server)
Bandwidth
Each practice requires a Static bandwidth minimum of DSL. Before the practice places an orders for the hardware bandwidth order needs to be placed first. Please check the location if it qualifies for Static DSL with one static IP address for the SERVER. You can check this by going to any of the DSL provider's web site. If you require any assistance please contact CureMD technical support team.
**Costs are estimated, may be more or less depending on time of purchase**
Data Migration
How much information may be pre-loaded via interface to existing applications?
Physicians, caregiver information, patient demographics, short list, formularies, insurance, schedule, etc., may be preloaded. Line item charges are not offered with the migration.
Do you plan to scan in paper files?
Scanning is a costly process that can require huge amounts of memory and is far less useful than having the information in the SQL server database. CureMD is providing more than just an electronic version of the paper chart. CureMD is a clinical tool as well as a historical record of the patient encounter. You do, however, have the option of scanning existing paper charts and attaching it to the patient record. This can be done by office staff, or outsourced to one of our preferred vendors.
Implementation/Support
Who will be responsible for the installation, support, and on-going maintenance of the program?
The Value Added Resellers. CureMD will provide Level II support.
Do you have an implementation plan?
The CureMD technical service team and client services team has developed a detailed plan for implementation. This plan is coordinated with the training plan so that users will have access to CureMD right after training is completed.
Can you guarantee no downtime?
No one can guarantee zero downtime but many steps can be taken to minimize downtime and its effects.
CureMD strongly recommends a UPS for the server for power failures. The technical services department can recommend a backup recovery plan that will facilitate data recovery. This plan includes mirrored hard drives, DAT backup tapes with a good rotation system, and off-site archiving. For more complete coverage against component failure, you will want to have a server with a RAID system and hot swap capability. You can also maintain backup sites to guard against site disaster.
What are your response times if I have a problem?
All users will have access to call during normal business hours. Questions and problems will be responded to quickly.
CureMD offers a Disaster Relief value added service.
How much training is necessary to learn CureMD ?
Most users can learn to use the basic functions of CureMD in 2 (6) hour sessions we have designed for physicians, medical assistants and administrative staff. The trainers focus on each module thoroughly in these training sessions.
Training/Documentation
Where is training held?
At the physician/user site or at the CureMD training center.
Who will provide training?
CureMD Certified Trainers will provide standard training, for custom training programs please contact your CureCare™ support representative.
Interfaces/Integration Utilities
Can CureMD interface with Clinical Laboratories?
CureMD has developed HL7 interface engines that support order and results for any laboratory.
How long would it take CureMD to interface?
It depends. CureMD may already have an interface to the system or we may be in process of developing one. If not, they will, on a case by case basis, evaluate the requirements and determine an implementation time frame. |
