Want to Keep a Record? There’s a New App

There’s something about records that’s really annoying. Medical records are especially annoying when you consider that it can take longer than you expected to get them. Diagnostic imaging records are a pain to keep and can prove frustrating. Diagnostic imaging records can range from the following:

• When was the last exam.
• When is the next one.
• What preparations to take.
• Costs.
• Insurance providers.

Often times it’s women who are left in charge of record keeping. With so many other things to take care of, keeping medical records only adds to the problem. Stacey Funt MD developed this app. Dr. Funt explained the app as follows:

• The app is designed to do a few things. The app helps to keep track of what exams you have had and when. For example, when you had your last CAT scan, your last mammogram, etc. When you enter in that information, there is also an area to write personal notes. In those notes you can write questions that you have for your doctor, notes about the examination, follow-up you are supposed to have, or any instructions the doctor gave you.
• It can also help a patient reinforce their medical care and help with communication between patients and physicians.
• There is part of the app where you can record your radiation dose for patients who do want to keep track of the radiation exposure.

The explanation of this app basically describes an open line of communication and complete disclosure from physician to patient. It would make this app even more effective if the usage was, in the case of family, designated. Having a family member take care of that record may help the patient not be as stressed. There is some downside to this app though.

Healthcare drivers are strong but there is still a lot to change in healthcare in general. Due to multiple issues from legislative struggles to constant changes in technology there is a concern that the app may become obsolete. Although apps are always updated, this is the kind of app that depends on changes that may well take place suddenly and unexpectedly.

Hopefully this kind of app can have a long term positive effect and can also prove to be user friendly.

If you have any questions about diagnostic imaging procedures please feel free to give us a call. Our dedicated team of professionals here at Clermont Radiology looks forward to answering all your questions.

Charla Hurst

General Operations Manager

Charla@ClermontRadiology.com  
352-241-6100 

www.ClermontRadiology.com  

References:

http://www.diagnosticimaging.com/low-dose/radiologist-developed-app-helps-patients-track-imaging-results