Based on HIMSS reports for the last few years, there has been rapid pace in the adoption of EMR technology. However, a question that often disturbs is a choice between desktop and web based EMR.
Practically over a period of time everything has gone “wired”, no field is an exception to the rule. EMR’s came into existence with the desktop versions, however, looking into the widespread advantages of internet, web based EMR’s have come into existence. The biggest advantage a web based EMR would provide over a desktop version is that the data is stored centrally and the information can be accessed from any where and at any point of time.
Another major difference between desktop applications and web based EMR software can be seen in the cost. Web-based applications are simply less expensive when compared to desktop applications. Web based applications can be used on subscription basis, which keeps out of pocket expenses low. Using web based EMR software will help you keep your startup costs to the minimum. Added to that, web based EMR software requires no investment in upgraded hardware. Thus, your IT maintenance costs will come down drastically with web based EMR software.
