Bluechip Updates
Bluechip 3.18.0 Release
25/07/2018
MedicalDirector is pleased to provide your practice with the new MedicalDirector Bluechip 3.18.0 Update, which will provide you with the latest features and functionality to enhance performance.
Benefits of the new Bluechip 3.18.0
Backup/Restore *MUST READ*
The backup/restore utilities have been superseded, which means all users will now need to use a new utility to back up and restore data. For instructions, see user guide and video.
You can now easily determine which document management system you currently use (ManageEzy or ImageLite). This information is required, should you wish to include documents when performing a backup.
Banking Permissions
Practice Managers can now edit banking permissions on the practioner’s behalf.
Online Claiming
Resubmit OEC without the need to re-enter details (you can rename existing details and change the dates)
Protection
Increased SMS password protection to 30 characters
Referrals
Referrer provider numbers now appear in the doctor’s window. This assists with referring Practitioners that work at multiple locations.
Avoid duplicates
Ability to run a report displaying the duplicate patients to assist with merging duplicates.
Prompts alerting product registration expiry
To ensure you receive ongoing software support, you will receive prompts advising your upcoming product registration expiry including the date of expiry.
Please note: Expired registration will result in your software going into read-only mode.
Bluechip Health Fund Fee Updates
20/11/2018
MedicalDirector is pleased to provide users with the latest Health Fund fees and rates. MedicalDirector continues to regularly liaise with Health Funds to get these updates to you as soon as they become available.
Please continue to check the corresponding dates in the table below on a regular basis for future updates.
MedicalDirector takes no responsibility for any errors or omissions. It is up to the practice to verify with the Health Funds directly that these rates and fees are correct.
Instructions for Download
Click here to view Step by Step instructions on how to download and update the fees you require (or download pdf document).
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Limited everyday and Fit Packages (Top &Ultra) only. For GMHBA Gap Saver Cover and Frank More Gap Cover for all states, refer to AHSA.
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Note: MBF Fees are now merged with BUPA-HBA-MBF
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Bluechip November 2018 MBS (Addendum) & RMFS Fee Update
07/11/2018
MedicalDirector is pleased to announce the release of November 2018 MBS (Addendum) & RMFS fee update.
The following changes will take effect from 1st November 2018 Read more.
For instructions on updating MBS & RMFS Fees please follow the instructions below.
Instructions:
Click here for detailed instructions or follow the steps below.
- To obtain the November 2018 MBS (Addendum) & RMFS fee update, click on the ‘Download’ button above.
- When prompted to ‘Run’, ‘Save’ or ‘Cancel’, select ‘Run’. If you are prompted with a ‘Security Warning’, please select ‘Run’.
- When the installation welcome screen launches, click on ‘Next’ to proceed.
- Click on ‘Install’ to begin the installation.
- When the installation completes, click on ‘Finish’. The ‘BC Fee Update’ screen will be launched.
- Click on the ‘Update Now’ button.
PLEASE NOTE: The ‘Update Now’ button only needs to be applied once on any computer. If you have already performed this step on another computer, click the ‘Close’ button.
The November 2018 MBS (Addendum) & RMFS fee update will be loaded into Bluechip and will automatically activate from 1st November 2018. When the process completes, click the ‘Close’ button.
If you experience any problems applying this update, please contact MedicalDirector Customer Care on 1300 300 161 or log an online support enquiry.
Bluechip Fee Activator 2.0.13.1
01/11/2016
This is the fee activator for Bluechip versions 2.8 and above. Bluechip Fee Activator 2.0.13.1 is a required prerequisite to Bluechip MBS & RMFS Fee Update and must be installed in the server or standalone prior to the Fee Update.
Instructions to download:
- Click Download button on the right for the BC Fee Activator file BCFeeActivator_2.0.13.1_Setup.exe.
- When prompted to ‘Run’, ‘Save’ or ‘Cancel’ the application, select ‘Run‘. The application will download to your computer and immediately run.
- You may be prompted for a ‘Security Warning’ message. If so, please select ‘Run‘.
- When the BC Fee Activator launches, click the ‘Next‘ button to proceed. The installation proceeds and the progress is displayed.
- When the installation has completed, click the ‘Finish‘ button.
Bluechip Day Surgery Updates
11/10/2018
MedicalDirector is pleased to announce the release of the July 2018 update for MedicalDirector Bluechip Day Surgery. MedicalDirector strongly recommends that you apply updates when they become available – this update is valid from July 2018.
1 July 2018
This update is intended to satisfy all the statutory reporting requirements for year 2018-19. The changes include:
- Update to the Hospitals table to include new data from New South Wales Health (Hospital Code) and Commonwealth (Provider Number)
- Patient ‘Sex’ expanded to Male, Female, Other and Unknown
For detailed list of all changes covered by this update please refer to July 2018 Release Notes for NSW.
Instructions:
- Click on Download button
- When prompted, select the option to ‘Save’ the update file to your computer
- Select a location on your computer to save and download the update when ready
- Please contact MedicalDirector 1300 300 161 (option 2) to schedule an installation time for this update Download(5.4 MB)
1 July 2018
There have been no changes for July 2018-2019
1 July 2017
This update is intended to satisfy all the statutory reporting requirements for year 2017-18. The changes include:
- ICD-10-AM updated to the latest version 10
- Changes to HCP based extracts to reflect new ICD-10-AM Version 10
- Grouper interface upgraded for AR-DRG V9.0 and 3M CGS Version 2017.1
- New Health Fund ‘myOwn’ added to the list of health funds
For detailed list of all changes covered by this update please refer to July 2017 Release Notes for ACT.
Instructions:
- Click on Download button
- When prompted, select the option to ‘Save’ the update file to your computer
- Select a location on your computer to save and download the update when ready
- Please contact MedicalDirector 1300 300 161 (option 2) to schedule an installation time for this updateDownload(7.4 MB)
1 July 2018
This update is intended to satisfy all the statutory reporting requirements for year 2018-19. The changes include:
- Redefined third gender option as “Other”
- Adds option for “Residential Psychiatric Facility” for transfers and referrals.
- Updated table of Queensland Hospitals used for transfers.
For detailed list of all changes covered by this update please refer to July 2018 Release Notes for QLD.
Instructions:
- Click on Download button
- When prompted, select the option to ‘Save’ the update file to your computer
- Select a location on your computer to save and download the update when ready
- Please contact MedicalDirector 1300 300 161 (option 2) to schedule an installation time for this update Download(5.5 MB)
1 July 2018
There have been no changes for July 2018-2019
1 July 2017
This update is intended to satisfy all the statutory reporting requirements for year 2017-18. The changes include:
- ICD-10-AM updated to the latest version 10
- Changes to HCP based extracts to reflect new ICD-10-AM Version 10
- Grouper interface upgraded for AR-DRG V9.0 and 3M CGS Version 2017.1
- New Health Fund ‘myOwn’ added to the list of health funds
For detailed list of all changes covered by this update please refer to July 2017 Release Notes for WA.
Instructions:
- Click on Download button
- When prompted, select the option to ‘Save’ the update file to your computer
- Select a location on your computer to save and download the update when ready
- Please contact MedicalDirector 1300 300 161 (option 2) to schedule an installation time for this updateDownload(4.7 MB)
11 October 2018
This update is intended to satisfy all the statutory reporting requirements for year 2018-19. The changes include:
- Update Hospitals to include more Hospital Provider Numbers
- Update to DSV Episodes for AHPRA registration numbers (13 char)
- Change to the definitions of domain Sex values.
- Updates it PRS/2 extracts to report new items; Procedural list’s registration number and Unit Code on admission / discharge
- Removes reporting of Procedural list ID for PRS/2 extracts as optional until July 2019
For detailed list of all changes covered by this update please refer to October 2018 Release Notes for VIC.
Instructions:
- Click on Download button
- When prompted, select the option to ‘Save’ the update file to your computer
- Select a location on your computer to save and download the update when ready
- Please contact MedicalDirector 1300 300 161 (option 2) to schedule an installation time for this update Download(4.8 MB)
29 August 2018
This update is intended to satisfy all the statutory reporting requirements for year 2018-19. The changes include:
- Update of the Postcode to SLA table to include new suburbs
- Ability to record patient’s Next of Kin added via button in the Demographics tab of the Episodes form.
- Updated table of Victorian Hospitals used for transfers.
- ISAAC Extract in Format 755
For detailed list of all changes covered by this update please refer to August 2018 Release Notes for SA.
Instructions:
- Click on Download button
- When prompted, select the option to ‘Save’ the update file to your computer
- Select a location on your computer to save and download the update when ready
- Please contact MedicalDirector 1300 300 161 (option 2) to schedule an installation time for this update Download (5.4 MB)