Buying an EHR vs. Signing up for EHR

Sounds like the same thing. Yet there is a subtle difference that can lead to success or failure. 

Buying an EHR software is a one-time transaction. Behind this thinking lies the logic – ‘get this over with’

Whereas,

Signing up for EHR indicates a journey that says, ‘let’s get started’.

Let’s analyze the differences and why they matter.

Buying an EHR vs. Signing up for EHR

Sounds like the same thing. Yet there is a subtle difference that can lead to success or failure.

Buying an EHR software is a one-time transaction. Behind this thinking lies the logic – ‘get this over with’

Whereas,

Signing up for EHR indicates a journey that says, ‘Let’s get started’.

Buy an EHR Software

EHR software is not a one-time transaction like buying a burger at a fast food chain. A buying transaction is measured on a single event, that of getting you the food as quickly as possible. Everything about this transaction is focused on the single act of delivering you good, cheap food as fast and efficiently as possible. Once the food is delivered, the transaction is over, period.

Sign up for EHR Software

When you hire a CPA, contractor, or financial analyst, everyone is focused on starting something; not finishing. It usually starts with the process of understanding and aligning everyone with the desired end goal. The focus is really on building a relationship that lasts many years, many Tax Aprils. Trust is built. It is about caring enough about each interaction with each person. The focus is growing, learning, and continuous improvement. It is a long-term, not a short-term transaction.

You cannot do both at the same time.

Author: Chandresh Shah

Chandresh Shah specializes in Healthcare IT and Medical Billing. He knows the market inside out; what works, what doesn’t. He advises and works with small business owners.