Prime Clinical Systems Announces

the release of

Intellect Version 9.12.31
 

Pasadena, CA - 2012

Version 9.12.31 was released May 29, 2012. This update contains software modifications and features to streamline office procedures. A brief overview follows of the changes.

If you would like to update to this version, please refer to the update instructions in the tan box below. 

Overview of New and Enhanced Features

The following summary of new and modified features in the most recent versions of Intellect is available to quickly see what features we've added to the program which may benefit your office. 
If you are interested in updating your version, you should read the complete, detailed release notes available on our website: Click here for version 9.12.31. 

The detailed release notes contain important information you need to know before updating.   

Fixes for reported problems are not included in the Overview of New and Enhanced Features; please refer to the detailed release notes. 

Registration 

Regular/Patient:

* Attention PCM users: Intellect's <Language> field drop down list now uses first letter upper case and the rest of the word in lower case to match the format that PCM uses; i.e., "ENGLISH" now displays as "English".

Charges 

Charge:

* Use expanded options of the Claim Requirement screen (added in version 9.12.14) to include information based on Facility or Place of Service. 

Charge/Charge Modify & Charge Review:

* Modify batch numbers via the new <Batch> fields. 

Ledger 

Create Collection:

* Assign the collection file you created to another operator.    

Billing 

View Claim Files:

* Utilize the View Claim Files screen which now displays in descending date order and only includes the files generated in the last 90 days.

Tele Com/Access Claim Report:

* Modify batch numbers via the new <Batch> field.   

Tele Com/Submit GOP-BOP:

* View the entire Reference Number at the bottom right of electronic billing reports.

Management 

Letters/Newsletters: 

* Enter multiple zip codes, separated by commas, in the <Zip Code> field.   

Utility

Facility:

* Use the new <Encounter Screen> and <Claim Requirement> fields in conjunction with the Claim Requirement screen (added in version 9.12.14) to ensure necessary information is included on the claim form before it is sent.  

Schedule

Appointment/Full Day/Add-Modify Appt:

* View the date of the patient's next upcoming appointment in the Recall field.

Update Instructions 

The Release Notes include the features and modifications made in the current update. PCS suggests you provide each department a copy of the Release Notes so they are aware of the changes which may affect their department.

In order to be aware of ALL changes in the software, please read all release notes from the version you are currently on through to the version to which you are updating.  

The update may include items labeled: ATTENTION. These will IMMEDIATELY affect Billing and other daily tasks. Please be sure to notify all departments which will be affected.  

Intellect Update Authorization Form:

Print, complete, sign, and return the Update Authorization Form to PCS prior to your update. Even if updating your system yourself, PCS requests you send us this completed form so we can update your Client Record with the version number to which you are updating. Knowing your version number is necessary if we find a critical error in the program and need to update clients with specific versions.

If your version is less than 9.12.01, click here.  

If your version is 9.12.01 or greater, click here.

If your office runs Live Update yourself: 

If you are updating your server yourself, refer to the instructions for updating your server, restarting Services, and updating workstations.

If your version is less than 9.12.01, click here.

If your version is 9.12.01 or greater, click here.

This update may include new features labeled: BETA TEST. These are new features which require additional testing in a real, live environment. If you are interested in being a Beta Test site, please contact Prime Clinical System for additional information and set up. 

Since we began in 1983, Prime Clinical Systems has never looked back as a company. Thriving with the most energetic and knowledgeable employees, Prime Clinical continues to help practices achieve their goals of eliminating their paper charts and accomplishing quality and accuracy in patient care. We take great pride in the excellence that we stand for as a company and celebrate our achievements every day.

               'Complete EHR'
                 Certification:

Prime Clinical has kept our commitment to our clients by using the latest technology and being among the best in the industry. We are pleased to announce that our integrated Ambulatory Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, Patient Chart Manager V.5.5 has been awarded an ONC-ATCB "Complete EHR Certification" by infoGARD, December 2010. Our certification number is: IG-2402-10-0011. This Ambulatory Complete EHR is 2011/2012 compliant and has been certified by an ONC-ATCB in accordance with the applicable certification criteria adopted by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. This certification does not represent an endorsement by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) or guarantee the receipt of incentive payments.   

Features Include:

• EHR

• Practice Management

• Electronic Billing

• Eligibility Verification

• Claim Scrubbing

• Patient Portal

• E-Prescribe

• HL7

• DICOM

• Compatible with Voice Recognition Software

• CALLSTAFF (Built-In Appointment Notification Feature)

• Text Message and Email Appointment Reminders

• Automated Patient Recall System