Do I have to be connected to the internet to use Medport?

Yes or you can use Medport within your intranet within your own HIMS system

Can Patient access Medport?

Yes. "Users Access Control" (Domains) allows Patients to access certain aspects of the records. They can view there records, participate in interactive communication plan items to master problems, print off certificates, Patient handouts, lab results, or the entire electronic medical record in pdf format. The Patient also has access to other features - login as a Patient and see for yourself.

Is a high speed connection required?

No, but it is recommended. Without a standard high speed connection functions like printing pdf files, opening large images will be slow, however for the most common document needs we provide html versions which are fast.

Can I access Medport via a mobile phone, hand held computer or pda?

Yes! Medport can currently be accessed from a smart phone, ipad or other browser capable gadgets, we are working to make the smart phone/gadget mobile experience with Medport even better. With the data access capabilities provided by today's cell phones you can access Medport from your car, while on a house call, or even while fishing (please don't do this it is bad fishing form). Joking aside - have a latte at Starbucks, jump on the internet with your phone using their WIFI, and watch Medport fly.

Can I move my data from an older system?

Depending on the system, most data can be converted to some extent. We will evaluate your data and give you an estimate for data conversion.

Do I have access to my Data?

Yes. You will have access to the data tables. Medport has an advanced SQL like language which can manipulate the data and create comma separated text or excel files interpretable by any other system. Export to CSV or Excel of all important data files is available through the Medport.

I currently run a paper based practice and have both 'hard copies' and electronic scans of these documents. How does Medport associate these scanned documents with Medport's Medical records?

Through a simple process to upload, you can upload, and attach scanned documents and images to the medical record. Once the patient and master problem are active in the dashboard, just click on the attach file link in the master problem launch pad. It could be done from China if you wish. We can also offer the service of incorporating all your current paper based records into Medport as a starting point. By providing us with media containing Patient and patient records as a pdf, we can help you convert you paper based record to a paperless EMR(Electronic Medical Record).

Can I try before I buy?

Yes. We can arrange a proof of concept for you

Support

Will this eliminate the need for paper files?

Yes. Medport creates the foundation for a paperless practice. Outside documents can be scanned and uploaded into the system.

Do I have to be a computer expert to use Medport?

No. Medport does not require any special software or hardware to work. Medport is a web based, that can be accessed via any browser on any computer. Medport is intuitive and very easy to use.

Can Medport be customized for my practice?

Yes. Medport is highly modular and easy to change. You will be surprised how easy and affordable it will be to implement special requests.

Software and Hardware Requirements

What Operating System do I need?

Medport is the most platform independent Application on the market and will remain that way. Medport's grueling field testing ran in a hospital of Mac workstations with the engine running on a Windows server. Medport's engine can run on Windows, Linux and even OS/2. Medport is browser independent. Currently Medport is tested and fully functional on Chrome, Fire fox and Internet Explorer. Fire fox is the recommended browser as it is the most advanced browser today, platform independent, free and works excellent on Windows, Linux, Unix and the Mac!

Why is platform independence so important?

We believe the internet is here to stay. Browser technology has been advancing tremendously in the last few years and is sure to advance dramatically in the coming years. Medport is positioned to take full advantage of the most advanced internet technologies as they break through by remaining platform independent.

What are the hardware requirements?

Minimal - any device that runs a compliant browser.