Skilled Physical Therapy Documentation – In Touch EMR Vs OptimisPT Physical Therapy Software
Most In Touch EMR users have switched over to us from another physical therapy EMR. At a given time, hundreds of physical therapists are in touch with our sales team, as they deliberate between In Touch EMR and other vendors.
We have a great deal of respect for our competitors and, in the end, want to work with clients whom we are best suited for. The good news is – there are a lot of EMR and billing software choices, and most of them are really good products.
We were recently the subject of an article on physical therapy software comparisons, where we were compared to another product, OptimisPT Physical Therapy Software. This fair and in-depth analysis illustrated the power of both products, but inevitably showcased why In Touch EMR has rapidly emerged as the trusted leader in physical therapy documentation in 2016.
Data, Compliance and Security
In Touch EMR is certified by ICSA Labs, an Office of the National Coordinator – Authorized Certification Body (ONC-ACB) and is compliant and in accordance with applicable criteria adopted by the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS).
As far as we can tell, other products like OptimisPT physical therapy software also high-quality security protocols and take necessary back-ups of data, but others have not gone through the testing and security and compliance checks that In Touch EMR has.
In Touch EMR is one of the few vendors in the rehabilitation space to be listed on Certified Health IT Product List. OptimisPT physical therapy offers data backups, but nothing to match the level protocols and security procedures required for certification by the Federal office of the National Coordinator Health Information Technology.
No other vendor can make this claim, and they generally won’t bring this up (in cases, out of ignorance) mostly because this is not a mandatory certification, it is optional and requires significant investment of time and effort. This certification is a sign of our commitment to a compliant, secure and stable EMR system for your clinic.
If you ever get audited, the fact that you are using ONC-certified EHR technology (CEHRT) will work in your favor. CMS looks favorably on the use of CEHRT since HHS is trying to encourage the adoption of CEHRT amongs providers nationwide as part of a long term push towards electronic documentation and interoperability between EMR systems. Your practice can state that it carefully vetted and selected “a rehabilitation-specific vendor that passed all of the ONC HIT 2014 Edition EHR Certification criteria required to satisfy the Base EHR definition”
Since In Touch EMR has been very proactive at staying at the forefront of emerging guidelines for EMR vendors, you are assured higher quality, higher security and more compliance with CMS and other payer regulations.
For more information about the ONC, please visit:
http://www.healthit.gov/newsroom/about-onc
In Touch EMR is one of the only EMR vendors in the rehabilitation space to pass all the 2014 Edition EHR Certification criteria required to satisfy the Base EHR Definition as stated by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, as listed here:
http://www.healthit.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/BaseEHR_8-18-12_Final.pdf
In Touch EMR is on the Certified Health IT Product List (CHPL) website.
http://www.healthit.gov/policy-researchers-implementers/certified-health-it-product-list-chpl
Search for In Touch EMR > CHPL Product Number: 150002R00
2016. In fact, we at In Touch EMR have prepared an internal document on:
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In Touch EMR in the News
In Touch EMR is simple and user friendly web-based, ICD-10 and HIPAA compliant EMR, and it offers customizable templates for notes, the ability to attach files, electronic signatures, and the ability to track progress notes, treatment plans, and assessments.
As of April 2016, In Touch EMR has grown to over 1000 users, and the company / founders have been mentioned on CNN, Forbes, Huffington Post, Amazon, received the prestigious ONC certification, 2015 and 2016 PQRS registry designation, integrated with Microsoft’s cutting edge patient portal technology and initiated groundbreaking healthcare partnerships with companies like Novartis.
All of this is possible thanks to clients across the country, who have embraced In Touch EMR. Click here to read more about In Touch EMR in the news.
Here’s what one of our users had to say:
“In Touch EMR has emerged as a comprehensive, customizable EMR solution for our growing organization. Support is always there when we need it, options to customize options to match our workflow are endless, clinicians find it simple and easy to use, front desk and billing love the integration between documentation and claims and compliance is built-in. This is exactly what we needed and it has boosted our efficiency. Couldn’t have asked for more. In Touch EMR is a leader in web-based EMR for our practice. Thank you!”
Julie Edelman PT, DPT, Avanti Therapy
100% Therapist Owned Company – Founding Group of Respected Industry Leaders With a Strong Reputation
Peace of mind also comes from knowing that the people you’re trusting with your scheduling documentation, and billing solutions have hands-on knowledge of what it means to be a PT.
In Touch EMR was founded by Nitin Chhoda PT, DPT and his wife (who is also a physical therapist). Nitin is actively involved in the daily operations of the company, and has been a trusted resource in physical therapy software, marketing, and business growth. He is the founder of Referral Ignition, a practice building program that has rescued physical therapy clinics on the brink of bankruptcy and brought them to new levels of success.
Transparent Pricing Model- No Hidden Surprises and Add-Ons
OptimisPT’s pricing for web-based physical therapy EMR software is based on an entry level monthly charge and then on additional visits.
We’re sure it works for some people, but for us, a simple, inexpensive, easy to understand price is what practice owners need. Why guess your bill when you relax, and be assured that it’s going to be low-cost with high value, with prices going down as you grow. With In Touch EMR, you pay $49 per month per
provider. This also includes some fantastic features such as marketing integration, email appointment reminders, and faxing directly through the system.
At In Touch EMR, we charge a flat fee per licensed clinician (no hidden fees or surprises) and it includes everything, unlimited claims and notes and infinite custom template creation.
We are also a CMS recognized PQRS registry, we automate the reporting of PQRS and Functional Limitation G codes and provide automatic alerts for plan of care expirations, authorizations, progress note reminders and KX modifier alerts.
Relentless Support – Phone, Live Chat and Email from 9 am EST to 7 pm EST
Clients get self-paced video training program on how to get up and running, custom documentation template builder, iPad app – one touch document import, Instant Intake iPad app, unlimited patient manager and patient portal.
Every license unlimited ongoing support (phone / email / live chat), billing software integration, unlimited appointments, unlimited documentation, unlimited document uploads and unlimited electronic faxing.
In Touch EMR’s allows users to create their own skilled physical therapy documentation template. Users can create custom templates for upper body, lower body, gait training, red cord testing, manual therapy and much more. It is fast, simple and easy to use, allowing clinicians to decide what questions are
appropriate and necessary.
In Touch EMR and OptimisPT both integrate scheduling, billing, and documentation, but In Touch EMR’s ability to allow the user-creation of custom templates for notes, along with auto text technology. This sets the stage for faster physical therapy documentation, which means your clinicians are more likely to finalize notes right away. Finalized notes mean submitted claims – which means your clinic makes money.
While OptimisPT Physical Therapy Software offers somewhat flexible billing and integration, In Touch EMR offers all of this and more.
A dedicated support manager who knows you and your clinic’s needs, note templates built
just for you, and cheaper, easier to understand bills make In Touch EMR the right choice.
Next Step – Schedule a Demo of In Touch EMR
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At In Touch EMR, we charge a flat fee per licensed clinician (no hidden fees or surprises) and it includes everything, unlimited claims and notes and infinite custom template creation. We are also a CMS recognized PQRS registry, we automate the reporting of PQRS and Functional Limitation G codes and provide automatic alerts for plan of care expirations, authorizations, progress note reminders and KX modifier alerts. Schedule a demo to see why practices across the country are switching to In Touch EMR.