How to Choose the Right Practice Management Software (PMS) for You

So you’re considering the purchase of practice management software (PMS) for your aesthetic office, to streamline your team’s daily tasks and improve office efficiency. But, choosing the right PMS is proving to be quite an intimidating task. The decision doesn’t have to be difficult, as long as you keep these four key factors in mind:

Ease of Use

It is important to choose PMS designed specifically for your particular medical specialty. Reach out to other physicians within your specialty to see how well they like their own software. When choosing PMS, ask if the new system will integrate with your existing electronic medical records system (EMR). Take advantage of an in-office demo, to ensure your staff feels comfortable with the system before you commit. With a good idea of your practice’s daily workflow, you can easily determine how user-friendly the PMS interface really is.  

Readily Accessible

Staff not only need easy access to your PMS in the office, but they may also need to login after hours from other locations. The right system for your aesthetic practice should be available whenever and wherever it is needed. Cloud-based PMS can be accessed by any team member with an internet connection, no matter where they happen to be. You also should be able to determine who gets access to specific modules, keeping patient and practice information safe and secure.

Cost

Before you start searching for the right system for you and your team, you need to know how much you’re willing to spend. Keep in mind, the total price includes the license to use the platform, as well as all training costs. Your PMS budget should also include maintenance, upgrades, patches, and cybersecurity. Remember, PMS is priced per month and some companies charge more based on the number of providers. While there may be a major price difference between vendors, never let cost be the only factor in this decision. If the price point is higher than what you were initially wanting to spend, consider the amount you will save with additional features.

Support

No-one wants to get stuck with a frozen screen or system meltdown. The best PMS system will have continuous support, preferably both online and via telephone. Select a provider that offers 24/7 online assistance online, to get real-time support. Phone support is important to keep your business flowing smoothly too! Hiccups can be expected, but the best PMS will be there to help, getting support shouldn’t be a burden!

Could BoomerangFX be the right PMS for your aesthetic practice?

BoomerangFX is PMS for the aesthetic practice, designed by a plastic surgeon. The system was made specifically to meet the specific needs of a MedSpa or busy clinic. BoomerangFX is:

• User-friendly: Members have 24/7 access to the extensive BoomerangFX catalog of online training videos, keeping staff educated and up-to-date.
• Accessible: Our cloud-based software means wherever you have internet service, staff can access the information that they need. Made for multi-location, multi-provider scheduling, our software will always be up when your team needs it.
• Supportive: BoomerangFX offers our clients 24-hour support services. Get help immediately using the ‘support’ icon on the home screen or call our service desk to speak with a live person.
• Cost Effective: BoomerangFX is a subscription service priced at $350 a month, with no setup or migration fees. Sign up for a 12-month contract to get one month of BoomerangFX for free.

Dozens of aesthetic practices across Canada and the United States have already tried BoomerangFX. To find out if Boomerang FX is the right choice MedSpa or clinic, request a free demo today.