In Use
Practice Fusion has many intuitive features, including a robust medical charting system. It gives users the ability to create and pull a patient’s entire medical history in real time. Other features include document management, lab integration, secure messaging and e-prescribing. The appointment scheduling module allows the user to manage patient appointments, and has a flexible online calendar. The medical billing feature can be customized to fit your billing workflow needs.

Technology Employed
Practice Fusion is an online solution that requires no additional software or hardware. It is hosted from a data center and can be accessed from any computer with Internet access.

Ease of Use, Configuration and Deployment
This system is easy to configure and deploy. There are technical experts available to answer any questions and online resources to guide you through the process. The company can also connect you with certified consultants in your area that can help with transferring data and training staff. The interface is simple and allows users to easily navigate through the entire system.

Recap
Practice Fusion has many features and integrated tools, including charting, scheduling and reporting features. There are many other tools included in the system, including e-prescribing and messaging. The interface of Practice Fusion is flexible and can be customize for any type of medical practice or clinic.

The price for Practice Fusion is free because it is ad supported (there are no annoying pop-ups). The company also offers a version free of advertising, which costs $100 a month per practitioner. This version offers unlimited free support, updates and new features.

Advantages
No cost for software
User friendly
Innovative dashboard and features
Customizable

Disadvantages
Purchasing the non ad version will increase the cost of the solution.

My Take
I am impressed with the design and interface of this software. Initially, I was not expecting a lot of tools and features’ considering it is free. However, after using Practice Fusion HER, I am pleased with the multiple functions and the how easy it is to access and use. This is a complete system that can be used by all types and sizes of medical practices.