Three Questions Mobile Vets Should Ask When Choosing Practice Management Software
Mobile veterinary practices are thriving in today’s busy world. Pet owners love the flexibility and personalized care that these options offer. But keeping your mobile practice on track requires excellent systems and communication. With that in mind, let’s look at three questions mobile vets should ask when choosing practice management software.
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Choosing Practice Management Software
Selecting a platform for your mobile veterinary practice management is one of the most crucial steps you can take. You will set yourself up for long-term success by asking these three questions before you make your choice.
1. What is the true, total cost to use the platform?
As with any business, mobile vet practices must carefully consider their budgets and expenses. So it can be tempting to pick the lowest-cost option for running your clinic.
However, it’s vital that you thoroughly clarify what is and is not included in the price for any system you’re thinking about using. Although all-inclusive options may have a higher initial price tag, they are unlikely to continue adding more costs to cover all your needs.
For example, many low-price platforms charge extra for the following:
- Help Desk Support
- Appointment Scheduling and Reminders
- Text Options
- Phone and Email Service
- Optimized Route Planning
- Payment Portal
- Client Charts and Exam Workflows
- Client Surveys
- Voicemail Transcription
- Mobile App
Before you know it, your true cost of ownership will skyrocket. All-inclusive practice management systems generally save you money once you look at the details.
2. How quickly can I be ready to use this software comfortably?
Your business is mobile and fast-paced by its very nature. With that in mind, it’s unrealistic to need weeks or months to get used to a platform. Rather, look for a system that you can start using with just a few hours of training time.
A short learning curve means you can run your business correctly right away. And it means your current or future teammates can be up and running quickly, too. VetBadger users generally only need about two hours of training to be comfortable with everything it offers. And unlike most companies, our training is included in your cost!
3. Does it integrate with my bookkeeping software?
You love working with animals and would probably do it for free if you could. But the reality is that you need (and deserve!) to be paid for your time and expertise.
To streamline the financial side of your mobile veterinary clinic, choosing practice management software that integrates with your bookkeeping platform is critical. More than 85% of small businesses use QuickBooks. If that includes you, be sure to verify that any potential management system you consider will work with QuickBooks.
At VetBadger, our software integrates seamlessly with QuickBooks to manage your financial data in real-time. This compatibility helps keep your finances on track.
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We understand that choosing practice management software can feel overwhelming. It’s a big decision! But we also know that there are questions you can ask to set yourself up for success. For a deeper dive into this topic, grab your free copy of 8 Questions New Mobile Veterinary Clinics Should Ask When Choosing a Practice Management Software. 8 Questions New Mobile Veterinary Clinics Should Ask When Choosing A Practice Management Software
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