McKesson combines EHRs and practice management software

McKesson has introduced Practice Partner Complete, a service for physicians that combines integrated EHRs and practice management software with billing and accounts receivable management services, at the annual conference of the Medical Group Management Association held in Philadelphia this week.

Practice Partner Complete also includes payor and patient connectivity powered by RelayHealth, McKesson’s connectivity services company, according to the firm. 

McKesson said its service package is offered via a performance-based subscription service hosted over an internet connection.

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