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title: "Comparisons to Alternatives"
url: https://records123.com/comparisons.htm
description: "Records 1-2-3 compared with hand written charts, dictation and electronic medical records."
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# Comparisons to Alternatives

*Comparisons to alternatives, as set out by Records 1-2-3.*

| Records 1-2-3 | Hand Written Charts | Dictation | Electronic Medical Records |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy to use and very affordable, Records 1-2-3 is the answer to your documentation dilemma.Thorough documentation results in more accurate reimbursement. Insurance companies give us the highest scores in chart audits.No waiting for transcription. The chart is completed in the room with the patient.This low tech, no-hassle solution has many of the same benefits as a computer system without the headaches.Customization support continually allows you to adapt & update your documentation to fit the way YOU practice medicine, not vice-versa. | Are often hard to read.Produce scanty documentation.Are time consuming & inefficient.Seem cheap - cost valuable time.Result in poor reimbursement. | Is expensive & time consuming - $800, $1200, or more per month.Turnaround & delays filing transcription on chart mean charts/notes often unavailable.NOT as efficient as perceived. | Are VERY expensive! $20K-$30K start-up PLUS ongoing upgrade, support fees.Vulnerable to crashes, power outages, viruses, hackers, compatibility issues...Hard to learn, to use & maintain. |

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