Plymouth, NH (PRWEB) October 30, 2013

WonderDoc’s Chiropractic management software has been tested and certified under the Drummond Group’s Electronic Health Records Office of the National Coordinator Authorized Certification Body (ONC-ACB) program. This EHR software is compliant in accordance with the criteria adopted by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

“We are extremely excited and honored to become the first fully certified 2014 Chiropractic EHR in the industry,” says Dr. James Pamplin, Founder and CEO. “This just confirms our commitment to remain the most advanced & up to date solution on the market.”

Drummond Group’s ONC-ACB certification program certifies that EHRs meet the meaningful use criteria for either eligible provider or hospital technology. In turn, healthcare providers using the EHR systems of certified vendors are qualified to receive federal stimulus monies upon demonstrating meaningful use of the technology – a key component of the federal government’s push to improve clinical care delivery through the adoption and effective use of EHRs by U.S. healthcare providers.

WonderDoc, which met the requirements for EHR Modular certification, is a full patient and practice management solution for Chiropractic offices with an intuitive graphic interface and customizable treatment protocols not found in any other product.

“Leveraging information technology for healthcare initiatives provides the opportunity to deliver a high-level quality of care and efficiency which essentially benefits and enhances the overall patient experience,” says Rik Drummond, CEO of the Drummond Group Inc. “We have been testing software for more than a decade and will continue to provide our extensive experience testing and certifying complex systems for multiple industries, as well as ensuring interoperability and security remain key components in the growing healthcare industry.”

“This EHR Module is 2014 Edition compliant and has been certified by an ONC-ACB in accordance with the applicable certification criteria adopted by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This certification does not represent an endorsement by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services or guarantee the receipt of incentive payments.”

WonderDoc, LLC Version 1.3 – Certified 10/17/2013 – EHR Modular (Ambulatory) – 2014 Edition Certification No. 10172013-2333-1

Modules Tested: 170.314(a)(1,3‐7,9,11,12,13); 170.314(d)(1,2,4‐8); 170.314(g) (1,3,4)

No Clinical Quality Measures tested – No Additional software used.

No additional costs, modules or software are needed for meaningful use with this software.

*A certification that is issued to an integrated bundle of EHR Modules shall be treated the same as a certification issued to a Complete EHR except that it must also indicate each EHR Module that comprises the bundle;

*A certification issued to a Complete EHR or
EHR Module based on applicable certification criteria adopted by the ONC at subpart C of this part must be separate and distinct from any other certification(s) based on other criteria or requirements.

About WonderDoc

Since 2004, WonderDoc has been developing efficient and innovative ways to manage electronic health records. Built by chiropractors for chiropractors, WonderDoc’s
chiropractic software system uses powerful tools to
automate and integrate patient and practice management. Over 10 years of research, 5 years of development, and three years of testing, have been invested in creating the WonderDoc software system. http://www.wonderdoc.com

About Drummond Group Inc.
Drummond Group Inc. is a global software test and certification lab that serves a wide range of vertical industries. In healthcare, Drummond Group tests and certifies Controlled Substance Ordering Systems (CSOS), Electronic Prescription of Controlled Substances (EPCS) software and processes, and Electronic Health Records (EHRs) – designating the trusted test lab as the only third-party certifier of all three initiatives designed to move the industry toward a digital future. Founded in 1999, and accredited for the Office of the National Coordinator HIT Certification Program as an Authorized Certification Body (ACB) and an Accredited Test Lab (ATL), Drummond Group continues to build upon its deep experience and expertise necessary to deliver reliable and cost-effective services. For more information, please visit http://www.drummondgroup.com or email DGI(at)drummondgroup(dot)com.

PSU Press Release
PSU Small Business Institute Helping Local Doctor
Abstract: Plymouth State University just finished a six-month business plan project for WonderDoc software systems – an EHR program designed specifically for chiropractors.

In this day and age, having a great idea doesn’t necessarily guarantee success; you need to convince people that it really is a great idea that needs to be embraced.  That’s what’s happening with Plymouth State University’s Small Business Institute, which just finished a six-month consulting project with Jim Pamplin, owner of WonderDoc software systems, and Jeff Ferguson, professional software engineer.

WonderDoc is an EHR system that is designed specifically for chiropractors to help manage patients and their practices through automated administrative tasks. The system helps physicians increase revenue, lower overhead and improve patient outcomes.

SBI Director Craig Zamzow said the SBI consulting group, consisting of Justin Leever, Justin Scopetto and Cynthia Mongeon, conducted research about the software and created a business plan to market it to chiropractic clinics internationally.

“A large part of the report was based on a survey which led the student SBI team to specific outcomes for the pricing and competitive comparisons of the product,” Zamzow said. “The survey was instrumental in providing comprehensive information of the comparison of similar office management systems.”

The SBI group delivered the marketing plan to Dr. James Pamplin last month; a chiropractor who helped develop WonderDoc, said the report was exactly what they need to transform an idea into a successful business venture.

“Plymouth State University’s marketing and MBA students delivered a business plan that far exceed our expectations,” said Pamplin. “The level of analysis and volume of information will be the single most important asset in our venture.” Pamplin added. “We are very grateful fo rthe tremendous work Craig and his team have done for us.”

The SBI and Small Business Support Center are actively seeking local business people that are looking for guidance for their business to continue to grow and thrive in our community.

Chiropractors have a lot of information to decipher before choosing the right electronic health records software for their practice. Knowing the fundamental qualities in an EHR is critical to minimizing costs and maximizing productivity. After all, purchasing an EHR system may be the most important practice decision a chiropractor will make. It’s a decision that will last for many years and significantly impact the way a chiropractor manages their patients.

Today there are hundreds of software vendors to choose from in the market, each advertising very different products at very different costs. Knowing which qualities are fundamental is critical to purchasing the right EHR system for your practice. In an effort assist in the buying decision, a list of the top ten qualities to look for in an EHR below.

Top 10 EHR qualities:

1) Government certification status – Most providers are aware of the government’s $44,000 incentive program for providers who adopt certified
EHR systems. What chiropractors may not know is there are two certification status’ for EHR systems, modular and complete. Only completely certified systems will qualify for the incentive money. Additionally, some EHR companies may have used other software systems in order to satisfy their certification status. Bottom line: make sure the EHR is completely certified system and doesn’t require other software.

2) Specificity – Chiropractors are unique health care professionals. As such, EHR systems should be designed from the ground up using the direct input of a practicing chiropractor. Systems that have been designed for general practitioners and later retrofitted for chiropractors will simply be less functional. Buyers should ask if the EHR system was designed by a practicing chiropractor.

3) Connectivity – In today’s digital world, many offices are using some form of software scheduling, billing, accounting, statistics, and/or marketing. Having multiple programs for each of these functions is redundant, inefficient and costly. An EHR should incorporates these functions into a single practice management system will be more stable and efficient. For example, when daily notes are completed, the diagnosis, treatments and charges should automatically post to the patients accounts and insurance claims.

4) Usability – It’s hard enough that a doctor needs to switch from paper records to electronic, let alone learn to use a software system that manages their whole office. To ease this transition, the program needs to be intuitive and logical. A user should not have to click through several windows in order to accomplish a simple task. Data should only be entered once and important information should be clearly displayed in an organized fashion.

5) Adaptability – Windows is still the most popular operating system but more apple users are growing in popularity. Having an EHR that is compatible with both operating systems will allow you more flexibility. Tablet PC’s have proven to be more efficient and are the main reason for their growing trend. Having an EHR system that is graphically driven for touch screens interfaces will allow you to be more efficient.

6) Customizable – It’s important to use a program that generally follows accepted standards of care. However, it is equally important to have a system that can be tailored to the doctor’s unique ways of practicing. An EHR program that restricts the way a doctor diagnosis’, treats and manages their patients will only increase frustration, usability and liability.

7) Reliable support – Converting to an EHR is one of the most complex tasks chiropractors will face in practice. Therefore, chiropractors should accept nothing less than a personalized support plan that is easy to access. Phone support is essential along with the ability to have technicians remotely access the computer’s desktop.

8) Program speed – As more patients are added to the program’s database, the speed will inevitably decrease. This can be minimized if the coding for software program has been done efficiently and properly. When going through a EHR demonstration, buyers should ask to see if there are at least 1000 patient records in the database. Under this condition, you should not have to wait more than 1-2 seconds for access to critical areas like billing and documentation.

9) Networking – A typical chiropractor will be using a treatment room with a receptionist at the front desk. Local networking allows both doctor and staff to have simultaneous access to patient data in each room. As Tablet PC’s become more popular, data needs to be accessed quickly through a basic wireless connection. If there are multiple clinics, then data needs to be exchanged seamlessly between those clinics through a basic broadband internet connection.

10) Cost – The right EHR system will provide multiple returns on your investment. Nonetheless, you shouldn’t have to mortgage your house in order to pay for the right system. Most quality EHR systems range between $1000.00 to $10,000.00 depending their functionality. If you are investing in a higher cost system, ask what payment options are available and if there are special discounts.

The health care environment is evolving at lightning speed and EHR technology is at the forefront of this change. EHR’s have been proven to be more efficient, accurate and secure than paper records. The right EHR system will increase productivity and improve patient care. However, don’t settle for the most popular, the most flashy or the least expensive system on the market. Take your time and use this list as a starting point when analyzing all of your options, and find the best fit for you and your office.