If you are talking about PM I would personally stay away from NowMD just because it is brand new (less than a year old). I have a hard time believing they are going to make it as a new company that doesn't have an EHR or a web based program. I think the market is too small for that for a start up. The last thing you want to do is start with a company and then have them go out of business.I have used quite a few software programs and everyone has their own preferences but I think the best software for the money is TotalMD. I also think Healthfusion, AdvancedMD and Kareo are pretty good but not worth the money compared to TotalMD. Hopefully you'll hear from some other people to give you their two cents so you'll have some better ideas. My suggestion is to choose a handful and look at the pricing and when you have a few that will meet your budget do a demo of each.
Ok Thanks for the information. How long have you been in business ? What other software is great?
I actually have just met Jeff and have just been introduced to the NowMD software. I must say, it is still early but I'm very impressed with the software, and Jeff's availability and willingness to answer questions and listen to suggestions. We are using the NowMD as a demo in our new online billing course. I have much experience over the years with many different softwares, Lytec, Medisoft, Perfectcare, Practice Today, and on and on..... I've also worked with start up software companies so gurumedbill has a great point about being leary of start ups, but I agree with Linda and Merry that if you look at who is starting, in this case there is a ton of experience and success. Also, the software itself does some things I have not seen in other softwares. For the first time in 20 years, I'm seriously considering a transfer. Which is a huge deal for me! Anyway, there are many good ones out there but I didn't want you to dismiss NowMD based on the age of the company. You must consider your needs, price, and the functionality of the software.
Jeff Ward stopped working for Medisoft around 2001 not too long after they were purchased by NDCHealth. He has been doing pizza software and reporting software since then. A lot has changed in the industry since then.
They have no EMR
They don't have an online option
Michele and Merry have a vested interest in their program because they have some sort of partnership with NowMD because they use the program for their billing course.
The program has been out less than a year.
Essentially just do your research and get what you like best.
Quote Jeff Ward stopped working for Medisoft around 2001 not too long after they were purchased by NDCHealth. He has been doing pizza software and reporting software since then. A lot has changed in the industry since then.Not quite accurate at all. Quote Michele and Merry have a vested interest in their program because they have some sort of partnership with NowMD because they use the program for their billing course.I resent that and maybe they will be too polite to say so but I am not. I HAVE no vested interest at ALL.. we don't even have a discount arrangement with them. I HAVE known Jeff and I have seen his program. Also I know Michele and Merry, and everything on this forum is FREE information given with no bias or ulterior motive and yeah I resent the fact that you implied that. I have been doing this for over 20 years myself I know that you will not find MORE dedicated professionals out there than those 3!!! I agree everyone should do their research, we give our subscribers tips on how to review software and demo it in detail so that new billers KNOW what they need and want in a PM system. NEW billers get taken advantage of all the time and roped into those awful free software programs because they don't know what to look for.