Healthcare
Best POS Systems for Medical Practices
Medical practices need payment solutions for co-pays, patient balances, and self-pay services. The right system integrates with practice management software, handles payment plans, and keeps payment data separate from protected health information.
Common Challenges
•Co-pay collection at check-in
•Patient balance billing
•Payment plan setup
•Insurance EOB coordination
•Multiple provider locations
•Cosmetic/elective service payments
•Card on file for balances
Must-Have Features
- ✓Quick co-pay collection
- ✓Payment plans
- ✓Patient accounts
- ✓Card on file
- ✓Receipt documentation
- ✓Basic reporting
Nice-to-Have Features
- ○PM/EHR integration
- ○Text-to-pay
- ○Patient portal payments
- ○Automated statements
- ○Multi-location support
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use my EHR's payment processing?
EHR-integrated payments (athena, eClinicalWorks) offer convenience but may cost more. Compare rates—standalone processing often saves money. Many practices use EHR for statements and separate POS for front desk payments.
How do I set up patient payment plans?
Square and other processors support recurring payments. Create payment schedule, store card on file, charge automatically. For larger balances, consider third-party patient financing (CareCredit, Prosper Healthcare).