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iKnowMed

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OVERVIEW

The specialized Electronic Health Record (EHR) system for oncology and hematology practices, providing comprehensive treatment decision support and practice management tools.

iKnowMed, a product of McKesson's Ontada business unit, is a specialized Electronic Health Record (EHR) system explicitly designed for the complex needs of oncology and hematology practices. Developed in collaboration with oncologists, the system aims to streamline clinical workflows, enhance patient safety, and improve practice efficiency.

Key Features and Capabilities:

  • Oncology-Specific Regimen Library: Provides up-to-date, customizable treatment regimens and supports chemotherapy ordering and nursing documentation.
  • Point-of-Care Treatment Decision Support: Integrates with clinical pathways, such as NCCN Guidelinesβ„’ and CDS Clearinghouse, to offer real-time, evidence-based treatment recommendations.
  • Biomarker Management: Streamlines genetic and molecular testing with integrated diagnosis-level recommendations and ordering capabilities.
  • Practice Management Integration: Includes robust features for financial reporting, compliance tracking, quality measure monitoring, and inventory management (via Lynx Mobile integration).
  • Patient Engagement: Features the My Care Plus patient portal for secure communication, patient education, and access to personal health records.
  • Mobile Access: The iKnowMed Generation 2 platform is cloud-based and includes a secure iOS mobile app, allowing providers to access patient charts and appointments from virtually any location.

Target Users and Use Cases: iKnowMed is designed for oncology practices of all sizes, from small clinics to large cancer care centers. Its primary users include Oncologists, Hematologists, and medical administrators seeking a highly specialized platform to manage complex cancer care, ensure compliance, and optimize financial performance.

RATING & STATS

User Rating
3.3/5.0
26 reviews
Customers
1,000+
Founded
1996

KEY FEATURES

  • βœ“Oncology-specific Regimen Library
  • βœ“Point-of-Care Treatment Decision Support (NCCN Integration)
  • βœ“Chemotherapy Ordering & Nursing Documentation
  • βœ“Biomarker Management & Ordering
  • βœ“Integrated Patient Portal (My Care Plus)
  • βœ“Inventory Management (Lynx Mobile Integration)
  • βœ“Practice Analytics & Financial Reporting
  • βœ“ePrescribing

PRICING

Model: enterprise
Custom pricing based on practice size, specific requirements, and the number of providers/users. Contact the vendor (McKesson/Ontada) directly for a personalized quote. No free plan or free trial is offered.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Deployment: saas, cloud
Platforms: web, ios
πŸ“± Mobile AppsπŸ”Œ API Available

USE CASES

Oncology Practice ManagementHematology Patient CareChemotherapy Treatment PlanningClinical Decision Support at Point-of-Care

INTEGRATIONS

EpicComputer RxOmnicellLynx MobileMy Care PlusNCCN Guidelines

COMPLIANCE & SECURITY

Compliance:
ONC-ATCB Certified (Meaningful Use)ISO 9001:2015
Security Features:
  • πŸ”’SSL Encryption
  • πŸ”’Administrative Safeguards
  • πŸ”’Physical Safeguards
  • πŸ”’Secure Mobile Access

SUPPORT & IMPLEMENTATION

Support: email, phone, customer support
Target Company Size: small, medium, enterprise
TRAINING AVAILABLE

PROS & CONS

βœ“ Pros:
  • +Highly specialized and purpose-built for oncology and hematology practices.
  • +Comprehensive clinical support with NCCN pathway integration and decision support tools.
  • +Secure mobile access available via dedicated iOS app.
  • +Strong historical performance and top ranking in specialty EHR categories (Black Book Research).
βœ— Cons:
  • -Steep learning curve and initial setup can be time-consuming.
  • -Some users report occasional lags and a clunky/outdated design.
  • -Pricing is not transparent and can be more expensive (higher TCO) than competitors.

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ABOUT MCKESSON

Other software by McKesson:
β€’ McKesson (Population Health Management β†’ Chronic disease management)
β€’ McKesson Practice Insights (Oncology-Specific EHR/EMR β†’ Oncology analytics and reporting)
β€’ iKnowMed Clear Value Plus (Chemotherapy Order Management (CPOE) β†’ Clinical decision support for chemo)