Practice Fusion to DrChrono Migration Guide
A complete step-by-step guide for migrating your EMR system from Practice Fusion to DrChrono. Includes data migration checklist, timeline estimates, cost projections, common challenges, and expert tips.
How do I migrate from Practice Fusion to DrChrono?
Migrating from Practice Fusion to DrChrono is a low-difficulty process that typically takes 4-8 weeks and costs $2,000-$10,000. Key steps include: export data from practice fusion, set up your drchrono account, import patient data into drchrono, and more. The migration involves transferring 10 categories of clinical and administrative data.
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Estimated Cost
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Estimated Cost
Includes licensing, data migration, implementation services, training, and contingency. Actual costs vary based on organization size, data complexity, and customization requirements.
Data Migration Checklist
The following data categories can be migrated from Practice Fusion to DrChrono:
Step-by-Step Migration Process
Export Data from Practice Fusion
Request a complete data export from Practice Fusion including CCDA files for each patient, demographic CSV exports, and document attachments. Practice Fusion provides data portability tools compliant with ONC regulations.
Set Up Your DrChrono Account
Create your DrChrono account and configure practice settings, provider profiles, scheduling templates, and clinical templates. Select your pricing tier (Prometheus, Hippocrates, or Apollo) based on feature needs.
Import Patient Data into DrChrono
Use DrChrono data import tools to load patient demographics, clinical summaries, and medication lists. DrChrono supports CCDA import for structured clinical data and bulk CSV import for demographics.
Configure Clinical Workflows
Set up charting templates, clinical note templates, favorite diagnoses, medication lists, and order preferences in DrChrono. If using iPad workflow, install the DrChrono app and configure mobile settings.
Re-establish Lab and Pharmacy Connections
Set up lab interfaces (Quest, LabCorp) and e-prescribing (Surescripts) connections in DrChrono. Verify that all pharmacy and lab routing is working before go-live.
Train Staff and Go Live
Complete DrChrono training for all staff (typically 4-8 hours per user). If adopting iPad workflows, allocate extra time for mobile training. Go live and maintain Practice Fusion read-only access for 30 days.
Common Challenges
Practice Fusion data export options are limited compared to larger vendors
Clinical note formatting differences between the two platforms
Patient portal accounts cannot be directly transferred -- patients must re-register
DrChrono iPad-first workflow is a significant shift from Practice Fusion desktop model
Custom charting templates need to be recreated in DrChrono
Lab and pharmacy interface connections must be re-established
Expert Migration Tips
Download all Practice Fusion data before canceling your subscription -- access is lost immediately upon cancellation
DrChrono free onboarding support is included -- take advantage of their implementation guidance
If switching to iPad-based workflows, budget for iPad hardware (typically $500-800 per device)
Start with 2-3 providers and expand after validating the workflow before rolling out to the full practice
DrChrono API platform allows custom integrations -- explore this if you have unique workflow needs
Frequently Asked Questions
Why switch from Practice Fusion to DrChrono?
Common reasons include desire for iPad-native workflows, more advanced clinical features, better billing and revenue cycle tools, stronger API platform for integrations, or dissatisfaction with Practice Fusion limited customization.
Is DrChrono more expensive than Practice Fusion?
DrChrono pricing starts at $199/provider/month compared to Practice Fusion at $149/provider/month. The price difference is offset by DrChrono more capable features, better mobile experience, and included telehealth.
Can I migrate my Practice Fusion data to DrChrono myself?
Small practices (1-3 providers) can often handle the migration with DrChrono onboarding support. Larger practices may benefit from engaging DrChrono professional services or a third-party migration specialist.
How long will the migration take?
Most small practices complete the migration in 4-8 weeks, including data export, import, configuration, training, and go-live. Solo practitioners can sometimes complete it in 2-3 weeks.
Migration Summary
- From
- Practice Fusion
- To
- DrChrono
- Difficulty
- Low
- Timeline
- 4-8 weeks
- Est. Cost
- $2,000-$10,000
- Steps
- 6 steps
- Data Types
- 10 categories
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