Promote the NHS Electronic Prescription Service using Envisage
The Electronic Prescription Service is now available in a number of practices, and Duncan Graham, Communications Manager at Health and Social Care Information Service (HSCIC), explains the benefits of using Envisage to advise patients of this service:
“The Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) is being switched on in around 70 practices each week so we were interested in effective ways to get a short but important message over to patients in a timely way. We didn’t want to raise the expectations of patients who couldn’t get the service yet, so allowing a practice to decide when to show the video, usually from eight weeks before they start to offer the service, is ideal. Using a waiting room information system is a great way to communicate with patients and its saves the practice time explaining it to every patient.”
What is Envisage?
Envisage is a comprehensive digital communication system designed for GP surgeries and healthcare settings, offering a suite of tools to enhance patient engagement and streamline practice operations. Developed by Numed Healthcare, Envisage provides patient check-in, waiting room TV, and patient call functionalities.
Key Features
1. Waiting Room TV & Patient Call System
Envisage transforms waiting areas into informative spaces by displaying health education content, practice-specific messages, and patient call notifications. The system aims to educate patients, reduce perceived waiting times, and improve communication within the practice. It is fully integrated with major NHS GP clinical systems, including Optum (EMIS), Cegedim Vision, and TPP SystmOne, ensuring seamless operation without the need for complex setups or extensive training.
2. Patient Check-in System
The Envisage Patient Check-in System allows patients to register their arrival quickly and efficiently, minimising queues at reception desks. This feature enhances the arrival experience for patients and helps streamline practice workflows.
3. Health Awareness Media
Envisage provides access to a vast, regularly updated media library containing targeted health messages. Practices can tailor the content to suit specific requirements, such as promoting vaccination clinics or sharing information about available services.
Integration and Support
Envisage is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing GP clinical systems, ensuring compatibility and ease of use.Numed Healthcare offers comprehensive support, including training resources and user guides, to assist practices in maximising the benefits of the Envisage system.
Availability
Envisage is available through flexible options, including monthly rental plans that encompass installation and necessary hardware, or as an outright purchase. This flexibility allows practices to choose the option that best fits their operational needs and budget.
For more detailed information, you can visit the official Envisage website at envisagecoda.co.uk or explore the product offerings on Numed Healthcare's site at numed.co.uk.
You can add the NHS Electronic Prescription Service video to your Envisage playlist now, or for more information about Envisage for your surgery visit our dedicated Envisage website, call 0114 2433896 or email sales@numed.co.uk
