PrognoCIS System Requirements:
Detailed overview of system-specific requirements to run PrognoCIS
Server Hardware and Software Requirements for hosting PrognoCIS application
Below information provides the server hardware and/or software requirements for PrognoCIS in Client-Server / on-premise model.
PrognoCIS Setup
- PrognoCIS Server
It stores the main PrognoCIS application and medical records data. The server size depends on the clinic size/ number of users using the system. Note that the specs below are for a traditional dedicated server for hosting. Now a days, there are lot many options available in terms of virtualization and public/ private cloud. Such options can be used, and the details below should still help determine the kind of resources required.
| Users | Specifications and Suggested Model |
| For small clinics up to 5-7 users |
Note: Please select the latest and the best available models for your budget as these models and their capabilities change very frequently. Hint: Even a single processor would do with 16 GB RAM, but Users must remember that when they grow as a Clinic, then the server will also need to be upgraded/ replaced. SQL server. Hint: In a very small setup, SQL Server Express Edition can be used as an alternative to Standard edition, but it has size and performance limitations. |
| For up to 25 users |
Note: The Disk Space is a direct function of the number of documents that get attached, so depending on that volume disk space will have to be planned. |
| For more than 25 users | Please contact Bizmatics to discuss and finalize specifications. A setup with two Servers, one for Database and the other for Application may be required. |
It stores periodic backup of PrognoCIS application and medical records data.
| Specifications and Suggested Model | Quantity |
| Should have at least 50% power of the production server. Note: Required in case of hardware failures to the main server. Client to decide based on their needs. | 1 |
If Clinic needs access from outside the clinic for Providers OR requires Patient Portal, a domain name (like emr.clinicname.com) and a valid SSL Security Certificate from a third-party vendor like Go Daddy, or Verisign, or COMODO is required, to be purchased by the clinic, to avoid security certificate errors while accessing PrognoCISTM.
Hardware and Software Requirement for Clients
PrognoCIS Access
- Tablets, iPhone, iPad, or Laptops can be used by physicians and nurses. They can be carried anywhere and allow complete documentation of patient encounters as the User moves from one room to another.
- Desktops or Laptops are used by any staff that needs access to clinical data or billing data but does not necessarily use wireless, portable connectivity.
| Windows Desktops and Laptops | ||
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| 2. | Software: | Microsoft Windows 10 and above for Laptops, Desktops. Business/ Professional versions are recommended. |
| 3. | Browser: |
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| 4. | Screen Resolution: |
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| Macs and MacBooks | ||
| 1. | Hardware: |
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| 2. | Software: | Mac OS version 10.12 and above |
| 3. | Browser: | Safari 12 and above |
| 4. | Screen Resolution: | 1280 x 800 [best for built in display) |
| PrognoCIS app iPads and iPhones | ||
| 1. | Hardware: | iPAD MINI WI-FI 16 GB or better |
| 2. | Software: | IPad & iPhone
Note: Web application is not supported on iPhone |
| 3. | Browser: | Safari browser, the version depends upon the OS in use. |
| Patient Portal App on Android Phones | ||
| 1. | Hardware: | Android Phones |
| 2. | Software: | Android 8 and above |
| 3. | Browser: | EMR Web application is not supported on Android Phone. Patient portal Web application cab be used in Chrome version 90 and above. |
Broadcasts and receives data wirelessly to/from Tablet PCs/ Laptops/ Desktops and other wireless equipment connectivity required in practice.
| Specifications and Suggested Model |
Note: Please select the latest and the best available suited for your budget as these models and capacities change very frequently. |
Below table gives some suggested minimum speed requirements. Note that it is highly subjective and varies based on the usage as well as other applications or tools being used that share the internet. It is recommended that you should go for best available option based on the availability and budget.
| Number of Users | Minimum Internet Speed |
| < 5 | 25 Mbps |
| 5-10 | 75 Mbps |
| 11-15 | 150 Mbps |
| 16-20 | 250 Mbps |
| 21-30 | 500 Mbps |
| 30+ | 1 Gbps |
External Devices (Optional)
It enables staff to scan and digitally attach any pertinent documents to patient’s medical records.
| Specifications and Suggested Model |
| Document scanners: |
Note: All the scanners mentioned in the list must be Twain compatible and the scanners own scanning software must be installed. For example- if you have Fujitsu scanner then Fujitsu’s own scanning software called “ScandAll Pro/Paper Stream” must be installed on the local computer.
Note: For a non-TWAIN compatible scanner, the scanner should be configured in such a way that the scanned file is saved in a specific folder locally (i.e. in a local computer). PrognoCIS installs its own FTP utility in the local computer and moves the file from the local folder to a server on Cloud; the documents are then required to be attached manually. |
| Card Scanners: |
| Card Scanner- Following Card scanners are supported.
Duplex: Scans both sides of the card in one click Simplex: Scans one side of the card in one click Following are the Scanners supported by PrognoCIS :
Note: Only Google Chrome is supported for scanning.
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It enables staff to print out patient education, Lab orders, Letters, reports, prescriptions, CMS 1500, statements, and ledgers.
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Note:
Following are the types of label supported by PrognoCIS:
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| Prescription Printer [Applicable in practices where it is required to print prescriptions on tamper resistant papers] | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Star Printer (TSP800II) |
Following are the devices supported for online credit card payments
| Suggested Model | |
| 1. | MagTek Dynamag |
| 2. | MagTek iPad |
A network that allows exchange of information between different LANs and subnetworks, interconnecting various pieces of network with other part of computer network is called Network Backbone. It unites and ties together diverse networks either in the same building, or in different buildings or in a campus environment, or over wide areas. Normally, the backbone's capacity is greater than the networks connected to it.
It is used for large practices (more than 25 Users).
Note: The switched network backbone must support 100Mbps or higher.
Dragon Medical Speech Solutions for Clinicians from Nuance is used for dictating notes into PrognoCIS.
We support the integration of Naturally Speaking Dragon ONLY with iPhone App.
[Supported only on Windows OS]
1. Welch Allyn
- Spot Vital Signs [Type: Serial/USB]
- LXi Machines [Type: Serial/USB]
2. Mid Mark [IQ Series]
- Spirometry [Type: USB]
- ECG [Type USB]
3. Scale Interface
- HealthOMeter for capturing Vitals of patients
PrognoCIS uses Identrust for Identify proofing and two factor authentication.
Please refer to https://www.identrust.com/partners/prognocis for the buying options
- Fax Service
PrognoFax is a cloud-based Fax solution. This can be used for both incoming and outgoing faxes. Clinic also has an option to choose only outgoing faxing if it wants to handle the incoming separately using another faxing solution.
For details, talk to your Sales representative.
PrognoCIS Customer Success Stories
Most clinics face similar challenges with their EHR and Billing. A few examples of our customer’s journeys through implementation, training, and working with PrognoCIS EHR. We hope it provides a better understanding of our commitment to customer care.
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