The EMIS Web GP system, specifically designed for use in standard GP practices, is regulated under the GP IT Futures contract, which restricts its usage to particular contexts aligned with this funding mechanism. This means that non-GP organisations such as GP Federations or Primary Care Networks cannot utilise this version due to these contractual limitations.
Technically, if non-GP organisations were to use the EMIS Web GP system, it could lead to administrative challenges and potential errors in patient management. For example, when patients are registered with a GP system, they are typically associated with a single practice. Using the GP version across diverse organisations could inadvertently lead to registration conflicts and potentially trigger patients' records to indicate movement between practices, complicating data integrity and administrative processes.
"The flexibility of EMIS Web Clinical Services allows non-GP organisations to seamlessly integrate and share data with GP practices, fostering cooperative care while avoiding potential patient registration issues."
The EMIS Web Clinical Services version is tailored to non-GP organisations, supporting a broader community service model. It allows for effective data sharing and coordination with GP practices, creating legitimate referral paths without the constraints of the GP-specific system. This ensures that while the primary care system remains uncompromised, organisations can still participate in a comprehensive care network.
