Each click adds data to the database. Can be used at the point of care using a handheld touch screen computer. Can be used in conjunction with voice recognition. Great for routine care visits and follow-ups which tend to be similar in nature. Disadvantages Modifications must be made to make the templates efficient for your practice.
Notes have a tendency to sound the same for each type of visit.
I would have to say that it could be beneficial for limited use, but not for the lion's share of the practices records. Advantages Similar to the way many practices currently dictate and transcribe their notes. Short Learning Curve - requires a little time to train the software to the voice, and a little time to learn some of the other tricks. Eliminates the cost of a medical transcriptionist. Disadvantages Other than eliminating the cost of a transcriptionist, it really doesn't improve the system.