CryptoChart CD Replacement System to Solve Healthcare Issue

Medical imaging firm Novarad tackles problematic image sharing with an inexpensive, highly accessible new service

SALT LAKE CITY–December 2, 2019–Novarad Corporation, a leader in the development of medical imaging software, today announced the launch of CryptoChart, a unique image sharing technology. Novarad engineered CryptoChart to serve as a secure, universal and inexpensive way to share medical images with patients and other healthcare providers through an easy-access QR code method. Doing so offers a compelling alternative to improve patient use and satisfaction for healthcare organizations who still use CDs to share images with patients.

Designed for streamlined use for both physicians and patients, CryptoChart consists only of a small, networked router and a compact QR code printer. By minimizing setup and support, time and cost are significantly reduced for physicians, leaving more time for patients. Simultaneously, patients are empowered to become more involved in their care as they have easier access to their information, and the ability to control health delivery organizations (HDOs) access to that information through a familiar technology.

“We are constantly looking for ways to improve our patient care experience while managing costs responsibly,” said Bruce Jonas, Director of Imaging at Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital. “Printing a QR code instead of burning a CD helps save us time and money, but it also helps us make medical images more accessible for our patients and referring physicians.”

In addition, the system is vendor-agnostic—able to receive images from any Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) modality or picture archiving and communications system (PACS). Once taken, images are uploaded to the Novarad ObjectVaultTM, a cloud-based storage system. From there, an encrypted, shareable QR code is printed. With this code, which is no larger than the average business card, patients and referring physicians can view and share images easily from their mobile device. Further, physicians can create a unique doctor access code to expedite sharing of images between facilities.

CryptoChart keeps Protected Health Information (PHI) top of mind on devices and eliminates the hassle of having to set up usernames and passwords for both physicians and patients, offering encryption strength that surpasses NSA-level security. The system also saves time and money. Healthcare providers can spend up to twenty minutes burning a CD while printing a QR code takes seconds. Additionally, a QR code costs less than a dollar, while the cost of a CD can fluctuate between two and four dollars plus shipping costs.

“CryptoChart excels where CDs fall short—offering the patient a voice in their healthcare with more control over their images,” said Paul Jensen, President at Novarad. “Addressing industry challenges is where Novarad shines. We continually innovate to improve healthcare experiences for both patients and providers. Introducing CryptoChart brings us one step closer toward our goal of reducing those moments when the patient feels most vulnerable.”

For a limited time, Novarad is offering risk-free, 30-day trials of CryptoChart. To participate, contact your Novarad representative or visit novarad.net/cryptochart. For more information, visit Novarad at booth 6110 during RSNA December 1-5.

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Novarad is a healthcare IT company founded on principles of innovation, customer focus, and agility. With decades of technology leadership, more than 1000 installations, and a strong commitment to our customers, Novarad brings technology together in a way no one else can. Visit Novarad.net to learn more about: enterprise imaging, PACS & RIS, surgical AR, AI-driven advanced imaging, practice management, and digital radiography.

Media Contact Kristi Alvarado Media Relations Contact at Novarad 801.642.1001 kristi.alvarado@novarad.net