MEDITECH today announced the release of Expanse Outpatient Therapy, an extension of its Ambulatory solution, designed to transform the operational and clinical experience for physical, occupational, and speech therapy clinics. With an aging population and an increase in chronic conditions, the market for outpatient therapy continues to experience significant growth, driving a growing demand for efficient, cost-effective, and optimized workflows. By fully integrating specialized therapy needs into the native Expanse EHR, MEDITECH is empowering clinics to move beyond fragmented workflows and focus on what matters most — improving patient outcomes and community health.
Expanse Outpatient Therapy aligns with the unique needs of therapy practices. Therapists can view documentation across the full episode of care within their clinical workflows. This integration allows them to easily link treatments, monitor approved and remaining visits, and track therapy cap information, all to better support the patient's plan of care.
“Expanse Outpatient Therapy is an intuitive solution designed to efficiently manage therapist workflow, enabling clinicians to reclaim valuable time,” said MEDITECH Manager of Product Management Jennifer Ford. “By providing a holistic view of patient activity and integrated clinical guidance, we are helping clinics simplify the complexities of therapy — from documentation to patient interaction.”
Expanse Outpatient Therapy drives impact across the care continuum by supporting the following:
- Clinical Excellence through Integration: Therapists gain a comprehensive, longitudinal view of the patient’s journey, allowing them to align treatments with real-time patient data to support the full episode of care.
- Operational Agility: By automating administrative burdens and streamlining scheduling, the solution empowers front-office and clinical teams to achieve the speed and flexibility essential for managing a fast-paced outpatient environment.
- Optimized Financial Performance: Seamless connectivity between clinical documentation and the back office maximizes reimbursement and ensures compliance with complex therapy regulations.
- Patient Empowerment: From digital intake forms and virtual visits to appointment reminders and a patient-facing calendar, the solution keeps patients connected and on track with their recovery journey.
- Data-Driven Growth: Integrated analytics provide leadership with actionable insights into areas like productivity and clinic throughput, offering a clear roadmap for improving patient engagement and scaling the practice.
“By simplifying the administrative side of healthcare, we are enabling clinics to manage every aspect of their business with greater precision,” said MEDITECH Product Manager Pamela Crandall, MS, CCC/SLP. “Our goal is to provide the tools that give therapists more time to focus on their patients and the communities they serve.”
