Cloud-Based Chiropractic Software

Cloud-based or web-based software is often referred to as “software as a service” (or SaaS). Because the software is hosted in the ‘cloud’, there is no need to install, update or maintain software. You simply access it via the internet from any internet connected computer or device. The software is not actually stored in the clouds per say. It runs on the SaaS provider’s servers. The provider is responsible for managing access to the application, including security, availability and performance. The provider is also responsible for patient data storage, backup and security.

The Benefits of The Software As A Service Model

Many chiropractors can benefit from the software as a service model. There is no hardware or software to purchase, install, maintain or update. The doctor is also not responsible for data storage, backup and security - this is the provider’s responsibility. You simply pay a monthly fee to the provider and you can access your patient data, schedule, chiropractic reports and billing and claims data from any internet connected computer or device in the office, at home or while on vacation. There are no headaches to deal with as with traditional server-based software. 

Is Cloud-Based EHR Software Secure?

Most chiropractors who are skeptical of cloud-based EHR software cite security as a primary concern. While uncertainty is understandable, web-based EHR software systems can actually deliver greater security than client-server systems and paper records. Web-based EHR systems achieve HIPAA compliance through data centers with bank-level security and high-level encryption methods that render data unreadable — even if a security breach occurs. Client-server systems are often left unencrypted and only as secure as the room where they are stored.