Stay Connected at the Point of Care.

MedShare for BlackBerry replaces inefficient paper based processes by providing instant access to electronic medical records and up-to-the-minute scheduling at the point of care. MedShare for BlackBerry is an integrated mobile solution that provides home care workers with the information and means to easily capture visit information. Unlike paper-based and telephony solutions, MedShare for BlackBerry provides “Always On” 2-way communication with the agency. Features include scheduling, visit confirmation, key client and clinical Electronic Medical Record (EMR) information, progress note capture, as well as the latest in GPS capabilities including mapping & directions to appointments.

The Need

Homecare is facing major challenges that stem from rapidly increasing demand as a result of our aging population, increased reporting complexity and a shortage of nursing and skilled professionals. Current systems are largely paper-based which can consume up to 31% of health care workers ’ time. Attracting and retaining nursing staff in arcane paper-based agencies has become more difficult.

To meet the increasing demands of homecare, agencies must invest in the latest technologies to streamline operations and implement best practices.

The MedShare Solution

MedShare’s wireless BlackBerry solution can significantly enhance your agency’s quality of service and health care worker productivity, not to mention increasing your agency’s competitive position. The foundation of our system is the electronic health record. With a central EMR, we are able to provide efficient access, entry and distribution of critical client health information. The agency benefits from automated visit confirmations that streamline billing and payroll processes.

Blackberry?

The BlackBerry is the ideal device for the home health care market. This device offers telephone, secure email and GPS functionality. The BlackBerry meets the needs for robust security, data encryption, reliability, speed and battery life far better than competing mobile platforms.

Integrate with your Existing Agency system

MedShare’s “Bridge” software allows all of the benefits of electronic health records and mobile information management without replacing your existing back office billing and scheduling software. MedShare can mobilize your existing applications quickly, cost effectively and without disrupting your organization.

What do I need to implement MedShare for Blackberry?

Back office:
	MedShare HC v2.0 or later
	Most other agency back office systems if MedShare Bridge is installed
	BlackBerry Enterprise Server v4.1 or later
Blackberry Device:
	Nursing and Therapy - BlackBerry 8800 or newer if Location Based Services Required
	Personal Support Worker – Blackberry 72XX or newer
	Designed for BlackBerry Applications v4.2.
Telecom Carrier:
	Nursing and Therapy - Wireless data requirements substantially lower than browser based wireless applications due to the efficiency of BlackBerry. Data requirements will vary by organization but typical usage should require a 5MB - 10MB monthly data plan
	Personal Support Worker – Wireless data requirements substantially lower than browser based wireless applications due to the efficiency of BlackBerry. Data requirements will vary by organization but typical usage should require a 1MB - 2MB monthly data plan
	Telephony plan if utilizing MedShare for BlackBerry’s autodial features