Struggling to manage the daily workflows of your physical therapy practice? APTA Connect's on-premise software empowers rehab processes. Customize templates, automate billing, and use robust reporting tools. For private clinics to hospital settings, APTA Connect scales seamlessly. Streamline your practice with APTA Connect today!

APTA Connect Specifications

Appointment Management/Scheduling

e-Prescriptions

Lab Integrations

Patient Portal

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What Is APTA Connect?

Overview

APTA Connect is an on-premise point-of-care software designed specifically for physical therapists and other rehabilitation professionals. The software was developed through a partnership between the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Cedaron Medical to provide an electronic medical records solution that matches clinician workflow and meets the needs of various practice settings.

APTA Connect features a wide array of customizable templates, forms, questionnaires, and functionalities to help users provide efficient and compliant care and optimize reimbursement.

What Is APTA Connect Best Known For?

APTA Connect software is widely recognized for its preformatted templates. The software features examination templates for each body area and system that can be easily customized at the individual user level. These customizable preformatted templates allow practitioners to streamline their documentation process while still maintaining compliance with APTA standards.

APTA Connect Pricing

The vendor offers customizable and flexible pricing plans. Contact us for a customized pricing quote that caters to your practice’s requirements.

APTA Connect Integrations

APTA Connect EHR integrates with various third-party applications, including: 

How Does APTA Connect Software Work?

Here's how you can navigate the software’s dashboard and make use of its features: 

  • Log in using your credentials and access the dashboard
  • Schedule patient appointments for medical services directly from the calendar view
  • Complete digital intake and registration forms that auto-populate the EHR
  • Choose from customizable templated examination forms for evaluation
  • Document care plans, goals, interventions, and progress notes  
  • Extract reports and letters to physicians from the EHR with a single click
  • Perform direct charge capture and coding within the software
  • Generate customizable analytics reports on productivity, trends, referrals
You can also schedule a free APTA Connect demo and learn more about its functionalities.

Who Is APTA Connect For?

APTA Connect's EHR solution is tailored for physical therapy clinics of all sizes. It is typically used by:

  • Private practices
  • Hospitals
  • Outpatient therapy departments
  • Teaching Facilities

Is APTA Connect Right For You?

If you are a private physical therapy practice or outpatient rehab department seeking an integrated EHR solution, APTA Connect may be the right choice. Its modular design allows flexible configuration to work as a standalone system or seamlessly integrate with large hospital EHRs.

APTA Connect could significantly benefit solo practitioners and small private clinics needing an all-in-one compliant documentation, scheduling, and billing solution. Its customizable templates adapted from APTA's best practice guidelines help streamline the workflow to focus energy on patient care.

The vendor also takes security seriously, with data encrypted both in transit and at rest to safely protect patient information.

Still unsure if APTA Connect software is the right choice for you? Contact us at (661) 384-7070, and we will help you make the best decision.

APTA Connect Pricing Plans

The vendor offers flexible and customizable pricing plans.

APTA Connect Features

APTA Connect's documentation solution seamlessly integrates tailored workflows and templates designed exclusively for physical therapy. Therapists can access various tests and measures from the APTA Guide at the point of care. Moreover, the software offers customizable forms and templates that can easily adapt to each clinician's unique evaluation, treatment planning and note-taking processes.

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Cedaron's rehab EMR features a robust scheduling module designed to meet the needs of therapists, administrators, and practice managers alike. Therapists can easily visualize their schedule through features like color-coding appointments by type or status. The software also includes a drag-and-drop booking system, allowing therapists to reschedule appointments with just a few simple actions.

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The integrated billing module helps streamline the revenue cycle process. It captures charges directly within the EHR during documentation using built-in CPT codes and compliance edits. Billing codes are pre-populated based on the examination, allowing therapists to focus on patient care over coding.

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This feature brings rehabilitation visits into the digital space with HIPAA-compliant video visits. Therapists and other rehabilitation professionals can remotely provide medical services directly from the EHR. Moreover, features like automatic calendar booking, reminders and one-click visits streamline these virtual appointments for both patients and providers.

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Pros and Cons of APTA Connect

Pros

  • Customizable software interface
  • Powerful documentation capabilities
  • Automates practice management tasks
  • Robust reporting capabilities for informed decision-making
  • Suitable for speech therapy and occupational medicine facilities
  • Eliminates redundant data entry
  • Supports integration with most billing solutions

Cons

  • Initial setup complexity, according to some APTA Connect reviews
  • Limited offline access

APTA Connect Reviews

Overall Rating

4.3

7 Review(s)

Rating Distribution

5

star

(3)

4

star

(3)

3

star

(1)

2

star

1

star

December 2018

Great Customer Service

Susan

Accounting

Ease of use

8

Value for money

9

Customer Support

9

Functionality

9

Pros

The Notes have a more polished appearance and are Now easier to read.

Cons

We've encountered some issues with our interfaces, but we understand that this is a work in progress.

September 2018

No Perfect System

Lisa

Medical Practice

Ease of use

6

Value for money

6

Customer Support

6

Functionality

7

Pros

The system offers comprehensive functionality, allowing for customization to meet individualizedNeeds. It's endorsed by the APTA, ensuring timely updates related to documentation and coding edits. It also provides flexibility for self-hosting or being hosted by Cedaron, depending on your IT capabilities and budget.

Cons

The system lacks an integrated billing software component and requires interface integration with billing software.

September 2018

PT

Kereen

Health, Wellness and Fitness

Ease of use

9

Value for money

8

Customer Support

9

Functionality

9

Pros

The comprehensiveness of content and the availability of outcome surveys areNoteworthy.

Cons

We've faced challenges with customer support follow-up and found forms difficult to create or specialize.

August 2018

Minimal Shortcomings

Rich

Health, Wellness and Fitness

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Pros

Users can easily customize the user interface and reports, enhancing ease of use.

Cons

The application isNot cloud-based, relatively expensive, and would require aNew server for continued use.

April 2018

Easy to use and helpful

Alexandra

Not Specified

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Pros

The software proved to be user-friendly, with easy Navigation and efficient communication with other APTA members.

Cons

There wereNo issues or complaints with the software, as it was remarkably user-friendly.

April 2018

Great connectivity for OT and Speech

Kevon

Not Specified

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Pros

This exceptional connectivity tool has greatly improved communication between occupational therapists (OT) and speech therapists. It enables us to share knowledge, exchange treatment methods, and engage in ongoing education, which has been immensely valuable.

Cons

I haveNot encountered any significant issues.

January 2017

APTA Connect Rehab EMR

Dillon

Not Specified

Ease of use

9

Value for money

9

Customer Support

9

Functionality

9

Pros

Cedaron's product is truly outstanding when it comes to integrating with our hospital's EHR, billing, and patient permanent medical records in our outpatient clinic. It provides us with an EMR specifically tailored for rehabilitation, equipped with a wide array of tools for physical, occupational, and speech therapists. The seamless communication with our main hospital system is a significant advantage. Additionally, the automated processes have been a tremendous time-saver for both therapists a

Cons

No drawbacksNoted in my experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

APTA Connect software offers multiple support options, including 24/7 phone and email support, online help resources, and optional on-site training.