EHR Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Ellora's Electronic Health Records system

Built for Mental Health

General Questions

Ellora EHR is a cloud-based Electronic Health Records system designed specifically for mental health and behavioral health providers.

Key features include:

  • Clinical documentation and progress notes
  • Appointment scheduling and calendar management
  • Patient portal for secure communication
  • Treatment plans and assessments
  • E-prescribing (EPCS certified)
  • HIPAA-compliant security
  • Integrated billing capabilities

Built for therapists, by people who understand mental health workflows.

Ellora EHR is built specifically for:

  • Solo therapists and counselors
  • Group therapy practices
  • Behavioral health clinics
  • Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners
  • Psychologists and social workers
  • Substance abuse treatment centers

We specialize exclusively in mental and behavioral health practice workflows.

Yes, absolutely.

Ellora EHR is fully HIPAA compliant and includes:

  • End-to-end encryption for all data
  • Secure cloud storage with regular backups
  • Role-based access controls
  • Comprehensive audit trails
  • Business Associate Agreement (BAA) included
  • Regular security audits and updates

Your patients' privacy and data security are our top priority.

Yes! Ellora EHR is cloud-based and accessible from:

  • Desktop computers (Windows, Mac, Linux)
  • Laptops
  • Tablets (iPad, Android tablets)
  • Smartphones (iOS and Android)

All you need is an internet connection and a web browser. No software installation required.

Features & Functionality

Yes! Ellora EHR includes integrated telehealth capabilities:

  • HIPAA-compliant video sessions
  • No third-party apps required
  • Screen sharing for assessments
  • Session recording (with consent)
  • Automatic session documentation
  • Patient waiting room feature

Conduct secure video sessions directly within the platform.

Ellora EHR supports all standard mental health documentation:

  • Progress notes (SOAP, DAP, BIRP, etc.)
  • Initial assessments and intake forms
  • Treatment plans and goals
  • Discharge summaries
  • Psychiatric evaluations
  • Risk assessments and safety plans
  • Group therapy notes
  • Custom templates you can create

All templates are customizable to match your workflow.

Yes! Ellora EHR includes full e-prescribing capabilities:

  • EPCS certified for controlled substances
  • Real-time pharmacy lookup
  • Drug interaction checking
  • Insurance formulary checking
  • Medication history from pharmacy databases
  • Prescription renewal management

Send prescriptions electronically to your patient's pharmacy of choice.

Yes! Patients get secure access to:

  • Schedule and manage appointments
  • Complete intake forms before sessions
  • View appointment history
  • Secure messaging with providers
  • Access treatment summaries (if shared)
  • Make payments online
  • Update personal information

The portal is mobile-friendly and easy to use.

Absolutely! Ellora EHR allows you to:

  • Create custom note templates
  • Design intake and assessment forms
  • Add your practice branding
  • Build custom questionnaires
  • Save templates for reuse
  • Share templates across your practice

Make the EHR work the way you work—not the other way around.

Billing & Insurance

Yes! Ellora EHR includes comprehensive billing features:

  • Insurance claim creation and submission
  • Eligibility verification
  • Payment posting and tracking
  • Patient invoicing and statements
  • Credit card processing
  • Superbill generation
  • Financial reporting

You can also integrate with our RCM service for full revenue cycle management.

Yes! Ellora EHR submits claims electronically to:

  • Medicare and Medicaid
  • Major commercial insurance companies
  • Clearinghouses (for broader coverage)

The system auto-populates claim fields from your clinical notes, reducing manual entry.

For practices wanting full billing support, our RCM team can handle everything.

Yes! You can:

  • Generate professional superbills automatically
  • Email or print superbills for patients
  • Include all required CPT codes and diagnosis codes
  • Customize superbill layout with your practice info

Perfect for out-of-network providers who want patients to self-submit for reimbursement.

Implementation & Training

Most practices can be up and running in 1-2 weeks:

  • Day 1: Account creation and initial setup
  • Days 2-3: Data migration (if switching from another EHR)
  • Days 4-5: Template customization and training
  • Week 2: Go-live with ongoing support

Solo providers can start even faster—often within 2-3 days.

Yes! All Ellora EHR subscriptions include:

  • Live onboarding sessions (group or 1-on-1)
  • Video tutorials and documentation
  • Ongoing support via email, phone, or chat
  • Regular webinars on advanced features
  • Dedicated account manager for larger practices

We make sure your team is confident before going live.

Yes! We can migrate:

  • Patient demographics and contact information
  • Clinical notes and progress documentation
  • Treatment plans and assessments
  • Medication lists
  • Appointment history
  • Billing data

Data migration is included for most plans. We work with you to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption.

Your historical data stays secure and accessible.

Pricing & Plans

Pricing is straightforward and affordable:

  • Solo Provider: Starting at $59/month per clinician
  • Group Practice: Volume discounts for multiple providers
  • Enterprise: Custom pricing for large organizations

All plans include:

  • Unlimited patients and appointments
  • All core EHR features
  • Telehealth capabilities
  • E-prescribing (EPCS)
  • Patient portal
  • HIPAA compliance and security
  • Support and training

No hidden fees or per-patient charges.

Yes! We offer a 30-day free trial with:

  • Full access to all features
  • No credit card required to start
  • Live onboarding session included
  • Support during the trial period

Try Ellora EHR risk-free and see if it's the right fit for your practice.

No setup fees. No long-term contracts required.

  • Month-to-month billing available
  • Annual plans get a discount (save 2 months)
  • Data migration included (no extra charge)
  • Cancel anytime with 30-day notice

We earn your business every month—no lock-in required.

Support & Security

We provide comprehensive support:

  • Email support (response within 4 hours)
  • Phone support during business hours
  • Live chat for quick questions
  • Video tutorials and help documentation
  • Dedicated account manager (for larger practices)
  • Regular product updates and improvements

Real humans, not just automated responses.

Your data is backed up continuously:

  • Real-time data replication
  • Daily automated backups
  • Multiple geographic backup locations
  • 99.9% uptime guarantee
  • Disaster recovery plan in place

You can also export your data anytime for your own records.

Your data is always yours.

If you cancel:

  • You get 60 days to export all your data
  • We provide data in standard formats (PDF, CSV, HL7)
  • No export fees or data ransom
  • We help with transition to another system

No surprises, no games—your data belongs to you.

Integration & Interoperability

Yes! Ellora EHR integrates with:

  • Payment processors (Stripe, Square, etc.)
  • Clearinghouses for insurance billing
  • E-prescribing networks (Surescripts)
  • Calendar tools (Google Calendar, Outlook)
  • Lab ordering systems
  • Accounting software (QuickBooks)

We're constantly adding new integrations based on customer feedback.

Yes! Appointments automatically sync to:

  • Google Calendar
  • Microsoft Outlook/Office 365
  • Apple Calendar

Changes sync in real-time, so your personal and practice calendars stay aligned.

Yes! We offer a RESTful API for:

  • Custom integrations with your existing systems
  • Data exchange with health information exchanges
  • Building custom workflows
  • Automating administrative tasks

API documentation and support available for enterprise clients.

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