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Comment by axod | Hacker News Reader

how is this better than the existing computer systems doctors use? (It's on a iPad doesn't cut it IMHO)

Being on the iPad is a huge win since the Doctor won't have their back turned to the patient while using the system. The base EHR (Electronic Health Record) system is also FREE and a doctor can start using it right after downloading the free App from iTunes.

Our price point for advanced features and integrated billing is also better than any competitor, $199/month to do all of a Doctors medical billing will save a Doctor thousands of dollars a year (in addition to EMR incentives!)

Back turned? :/ Over here (UK) there's a desk, in a corner, with a chair next to it. The doc sits at the desk, using the computer, facing you sitting on the chair to the side.

Works pretty well for doctors surgeries anyway.

But I have no idea how things work in the US so maybe it's completely different.

Several clinical studies have shown that patients will have better healthcare outcomes if their doctors make eye contact with them. One of the reasons I co-founded drchrono was because I went to a lot of doctor visits with my Father when he was ill and sat through countless appointments where the doctor spent 10 minutes talking to us over their shoulder.

Computers are always an afterthought in most Doctor office setups, that is why they seem to be universally built into walls or tucked away into corners.

I applaud your effort. I think dictation is going to be crucial. Keep pushing!

I am wondering if you are worried about the new Apple policy changes. Specifically the 30% subscription in-app. Do you feel this applies to this type of SaaS app?

Didn't Jobs say they don't consider SaaS apps to be affected by that?

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