Medical account records

Using Healthcode as a private specialist

25 Apr 2009 by Mark Reeves

Healthcode has developed a line of software and databases specifically for specialists working in the private sector. These programs are designed to automate billing and filing, making information storage and file sharing a more efficient process. With Healthcode, specialists can reduce time spent on administrative tasks and use the extra time created to better their patient care and increase fee generation. Using healthcode can allow physicians more flexibility, too. Since all records and programs are available online, a specialist can work when and where he or she wants. All that’s needed is a computer and access to the Internet. One of the most widely utilised Healthcode systems for specialists is the ePractice Biller, a secure online billing and payment-tracking network used by all parties involved in the billing process. The ePractice biller is available in two versions--basic and full. The basic ePractice Biller system allows professionals to enter billing information directly into an online database available from the Healthcode Web site, so the data can be accessed anywhere. The information is backed up daily, so there’s no need to worry about system crash disasters. And the biller cuts out the hassle of having to manually transmit forms to hospitals and insurance companies; with clearance, they can access the information online as well. The full version of ePractice biller includes everything available in the basic version and more. With the full biller, specialists can access information about work performed in hospitals within the NHS for participating insurance companies. The upgraded billing program also brings to user’s attention detailed information about what needs to happen for a payment to be processed. Using the full version of ePractice Biller better ensures that payment will be received when it is due. Both the basic and full ePractice Biller system are available for a free 30-day trial on Healthcode’s Web site, www.healthcode.co.uk. In addition to its billing programs, Healthcode offers data processing programs designed to manage all the in-house details of a busy practice. The ePractice Manager provides specialists and their secretaries and practice managers with a secure online application meant to streamline the patient filing process. EPractice Manager stores information about appointments, patient histories and claims processing in a secure, online database. The program is easy to use and automated, so time isn’t wasted deciphering complicated software or filing the old fashioned way. An advantage of using any Healthcode service is the comprehensive support system available for users. Phone support can be accessed during regular working hours for help should anything go wrong with the system. A support team works behind the scenes as well, ensuring that the Healthcode system and infrastructure operate smoothly. Healthcode offers more services to specialists in addition to those described here. For more information, visit the company’s Web site at www.healthcode.co.uk.