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Can a computer save you money in your practice?

D B Shires

    Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
    |February 1, 2011
    PubMed
    Summary

    Family physicians can now implement computerized office management systems, with costs ranging from $5,000 to $40,000. This guide helps assess the total investment, including additional practice costs beyond the initial system purchase.

    Area of Science:

    • Medical Informatics
    • Health Management Systems

    Background:

    • Computerized office management systems are increasingly practical for family physicians.
    • System costs vary significantly based on features and hardware.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the costs associated with acquiring office computer systems for family physicians.
    • To enable realistic financial appraisal of computer system suitability for medical practices.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of cost factors for computerized office management systems.
    • Inclusion of essential post-selection practice expenses in total cost estimation.

    Main Results:

    • Office computer systems for family practices range from $5,000 to $40,000.

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    • Conclusions:

    • Family physicians need to consider the full spectrum of costs when evaluating office computer systems.
    • Informed financial planning is crucial for successful implementation of practice management technology.