Intelligent Autoimmune Care Management
DAS28 disease activity scoring, biologic therapy tracking, autoimmune panel management, and joint assessment documentation.
Industry Insight
India has an estimated 1-2% prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis affecting over 1.5 crore people, yet only about 1,200 practising rheumatologists serve the entire population. The biologics market in India is growing at 22% CAGR. Despite this growth, almost no Indian clinic management software offers built-in disease activity scoring like DAS28 or BASDAI, forcing rheumatologists to rely on paper forms or Excel. Doctat fills this critical gap.
Challenges in Rheumatology Clinics
Common pain points that rheumatology clinics professionals face daily — and how Doctat eliminates them.
Disease activity score tracking (DAS28, CDAI)
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Biologic therapy management and scheduling
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Autoimmune panel interpretation
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Joint assessment documentation
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Complete Rheumatology Clinics Automation Suite
Every module is tailored to the unique workflows of rheumatology clinics.
DAS28, CDAI & SDAI Disease Activity Scoring
Automated disease activity calculators for rheumatoid arthritis with lab auto-population and longitudinal trending. One of the very few Indian clinic systems with built-in rheumatology scoring tools.
- One-tap DAS28-ESR and DAS28-CRP calculators with interactive joint homunculus for tender and swollen joint counts. ESR and CRP values auto-populate from lab results, eliminating manual lookup.
- CDAI (Clinical Disease Activity Index) and SDAI (Simplified Disease Activity Index) scoring for patients where ESR/CRP-based scoring is unreliable, such as those on tocilizumab.
- Colour-coded disease activity classification: remission, low, moderate, and high disease activity displayed as trend charts across all visits.
- Treat-to-target alerts: when DAS28 or CDAI remains above remission threshold for two consecutive visits, the system flags the patient for therapy escalation during the consultation.
- Score history integrates directly with the prescription workflow. When writing a biologic prescription or switching therapy, the DAS28/CDAI trend is visible on the same screen, enabling evidence-based dosing decisions.
BASDAI & ASDAS Spondyloarthropathy Tracking
Dedicated scoring and monitoring for ankylosing spondylitis and axial spondyloarthropathy with biologic eligibility assessment.
- BASDAI (Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index) calculator with patient-reported outcome capture for fatigue, spinal pain, joint pain, enthesitis, and morning stiffness.
- BASFI (Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Functional Index) for functional impairment documentation alongside disease activity.
- ASDAS-CRP (Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Score) with CRP auto-populated from lab results, giving a more objective activity measure than BASDAI alone.
- Biologic eligibility flagging: when BASDAI crosses 4 and two or more NSAIDs have failed (documented in the system), the patient is flagged for biologic initiation per Indian Rheumatology Association guidelines.
- Longitudinal BASDAI/ASDAS trend charts allow visual correlation of disease activity with biologic therapy start and switch dates.
Biologic Therapy Management & Scheduling
End-to-end biologic and targeted synthetic DMARD lifecycle management, from pre-screening through infusion scheduling to long-term safety monitoring.
- Pre-biologic screening checklist: TB screening (QuantiFERON/Mantoux), hepatitis B surface antigen, hepatitis C antibody, chest X-ray, CBC, and LFT. Each item is tracked as completed or pending.
- Biologic dosing schedule with infusion and subcutaneous injection date tracking. Supports rituximab, tocilizumab, adalimumab, etanercept, secukinumab, tofacitinib, baricitinib, and upadacitinib protocols.
- Auto-reminders for upcoming infusions and injections sent to patients via the patient app and SMS.
- Adverse event monitoring with structured capture of infections, infusion reactions, injection site reactions, and cytopenias. Linked to the biologic record for safety auditing.
- Biologic switching documentation with reason coding (primary non-response, secondary loss of efficacy, adverse event) and wash-out period tracking between agents.
Autoimmune Panel & Lab Dashboard
Centralised longitudinal tracking of autoantibodies and immunological markers across all connective tissue diseases, with results auto-synced from the lab module.
- ANA, anti-dsDNA, anti-Smith, anti-Ro/SSA, anti-La/SSB, and anti-CCP trend charts with titre tracking over time.
- Rheumatoid factor (RF) and anti-CCP auto-populated into DAS28 workflow context so doctors see seropositivity status alongside disease activity scores.
- ANCA panel (c-ANCA, p-ANCA, MPO, PR3) monitoring for vasculitis patients with longitudinal trend views.
- Complement levels (C3, C4, CH50) trending for lupus nephritis activity assessment alongside anti-dsDNA and urine protein.
- ESR and CRP values auto-flow from the lab module into DAS28 and ASDAS calculators, eliminating double entry. When a new lab result arrives, the next disease activity score can be calculated immediately.
Rheumatology Prescriptions & DMARD Safety
Smart prescription templates for conventional DMARDs, biologics, and supportive therapy with automated safety monitoring schedules.
- Methotrexate protocol templates with automatic folic acid co-prescription, and CBC + LFT monitoring reminders at 6-week intervals.
- DMARD combination bundles: MTX + HCQ + SSZ, MTX + leflunomide, and other standard Indian Rheumatology Association protocols available as F1-F12 shortcut prescriptions.
- Corticosteroid taper protocols with cumulative dose tracking. When cumulative prednisolone exceeds thresholds, osteoporosis risk alerts and calcium/vitamin D co-prescription reminders trigger automatically.
- Biologic prescriptions linked to DAS28/BASDAI scores: the system shows the current disease activity score alongside the prescription, so biologic initiation and dose changes are documented with clinical justification.
- Anti-duplicate check prevents accidental overlapping of similar drug classes (e.g., two biologics, two JAK inhibitors), a critical safety feature for complex rheumatology regimens.
AI-Powered IVR & Rheumatology Appointments
Patients call in for appointment booking, hear real-time slot availability, and receive automated reminders for biologic infusion dates and follow-up visits.
- Automated appointment booking with real-time slot availability for OPD consultations and biologic infusion sessions.
- Auto-reminders for biologic infusion appointments, DMARD monitoring lab visits, and disease activity assessment follow-ups.
- GPS-based smart queue so rheumatology patients with mobility issues know the optimal time to arrive and minimize waiting.
- Zero double-booking engine prevents scheduling conflicts for infusion chair slots and doctor consultations.
Pre-Consultation Intelligence for Rheumatology
Nurses capture joint symptoms, morning stiffness duration, functional status, and vitals before the consultation using the Octa module.
- Voice-assisted capture of morning stiffness duration, joint pain locations, fatigue scores, and functional limitations.
- Previous DAS28, BASDAI, and lab values auto-loaded into the consultation screen for immediate trend review.
- Critical flags for abnormal CBC (methotrexate patients), elevated liver enzymes, or rising CRP that require urgent attention.
- Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) for BASDAI and HAQ-DI captured digitally before the doctor consultation.
Patient App & Rheumatology Follow-ups
Patients access prescriptions, biologic schedules, lab results, and disease activity scores on their phone.
- Digital prescriptions with medication reminders for weekly methotrexate, daily DMARDs, and biologic injection dates.
- Biologic infusion schedule visible in the app with reminders and rescheduling capability.
- Follow-up reminders for disease activity assessments, DMARD monitoring labs, and annual screening tests.
- Secure messaging for patients to report flares, medication side effects, or queries between visits.
Why Rheumatology Clinics Choose Doctat
One of the very few Indian clinic systems with built-in DAS28-ESR, DAS28-CRP, CDAI, SDAI, BASDAI, and ASDAS calculators with lab auto-population
Disease activity scores integrate directly with the prescription workflow, so biologic decisions are documented alongside clinical evidence
Comprehensive biologic therapy lifecycle management from pre-screening checklists through infusion scheduling to adverse event monitoring
Autoimmune panel dashboard with longitudinal ANA, ANCA, complement, RF, and anti-CCP trending that feeds into scoring workflows
ESR and CRP values auto-flow from lab results into disease activity calculators, eliminating manual lookup and data re-entry
All core Doctat modules (IVR, smart queue, auto-billing, patient app) work alongside rheumatology-specific scoring for a complete clinic solution
Real-World Use Cases
RA Management
Track DAS28 scores, ESR/CRP trends, joint counts, and correlate with DMARD and biologic therapy response.
Biologic Therapy Tracking
Schedule biologic infusions, track adverse events, and manage pre-treatment screening protocols.
Proven Return on Investment
Real results from clinics using Doctat across India. Numbers that speak louder than features.
What Rheumatology Clinics Doctors Say
“Doctat is the only Indian software I have seen with actual DAS28 scoring built in. We used to calculate DAS28-ESR on paper or Excel for our RA patients. Now I tap the joint homunculus, the ESR auto-populates from lab results, and the score is calculated in under 30 seconds. For 900+ RA patients, this has been transformative. Biologic eligibility decisions that used to require chart reviews now happen in real time during the consultation.”
“BASDAI scoring for our ankylosing spondylitis cohort was done on paper forms that got lost. With Doctat, every BASDAI and ASDAS-CRP score is tracked longitudinally, and I can see disease activity trends across 350+ AS patients at a glance. When a patient's BASDAI crosses 4, the system flags them for biologic escalation. This has directly improved our treat-to-target adherence.”
“Managing autoimmune panels across lupus, vasculitis, and myositis patients previously required separate spreadsheets for ANA, anti-dsDNA, ANCA, and complement levels. Doctat unified all of this into one longitudinal view. But what really convinced me was the DAS28 integration with the prescription module. When I adjust a biologic dose, I can see the DAS28 trend right there. It saves me 40 minutes daily and makes biologic switching decisions evidence-based rather than guesswork.”
Your Patient Data is Safe with Doctat
We take data security seriously. Your clinic and patient data is protected with enterprise-grade infrastructure.
End-to-End Encryption
AES-256 encryption for all data in transit and at rest
Cloud Hosted in India
AWS Mumbai region servers ensure data stays in India
Role-Based Access
Staff see only what they need — nothing more
Daily Backups
Automated backups with disaster recovery
Measurable Impact for Rheumatology Clinics
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Doctat for rheumatology clinics.
Does it calculate DAS28 scores?
Yes, automated DAS28 calculation with visual trend charts and treatment response categorization.
Can I track biologic infusion schedules?
Yes, schedule recurring biologic infusions, track pre-medication, and monitor for adverse reactions.
Does it support autoimmune panel tracking?
Yes, track ANA, RF, anti-CCP, and other autoimmune markers with trend analysis.
What is the best EMR for rheumatology practice in India?
Doctat is one of the very few Indian clinic management systems with built-in DAS28, BASDAI, CDAI, and ASDAS calculators. Most Indian EMRs treat rheumatology as a general medicine workflow, but Doctat provides dedicated disease activity scoring, biologic therapy management, and autoimmune panel tracking alongside core clinic automation like IVR, prescriptions, lab integration, and auto-billing.
How does Doctat calculate DAS28 and other disease activity scores?
Doctat provides one-tap DAS28-ESR and DAS28-CRP calculators using an interactive joint homunculus for tender and swollen joint counts. ESR and CRP values auto-populate from lab results. The system also calculates CDAI, SDAI, and ASDAS-CRP with longitudinal trend charts showing disease activity classification over time. Scores integrate with the prescription screen so biologic decisions are always evidence-backed.
Can Doctat track biologic therapy for rheumatoid arthritis and AS patients?
Yes. Doctat manages the complete biologic lifecycle: pre-screening (TB, hepatitis, CBC), dosing schedules for all major biologics and JAK inhibitors, infusion and injection date tracking with patient reminders, adverse event monitoring, and switching documentation with reason coding. When DAS28 or BASDAI scores indicate inadequate response, the system flags the patient for therapy escalation.
How does BASDAI scoring work in Doctat for ankylosing spondylitis?
Doctat calculates BASDAI from patient-reported outcomes covering fatigue, spinal pain, joint pain, enthesitis, and morning stiffness. It also computes ASDAS-CRP with CRP values auto-populated from lab results. When BASDAI exceeds 4 and NSAID failure is documented, the system flags the patient for biologic eligibility per Indian Rheumatology Association guidelines.
Does Doctat auto-populate lab results into disease activity scores?
Yes. This is a key differentiator. ESR and CRP values from the zero-touch lab module auto-flow into DAS28 and ASDAS calculators. RF and anti-CCP status are displayed alongside disease activity scores. When a new lab result arrives, the next disease activity calculation is pre-populated, saving significant time and eliminating transcription errors.
How does Doctat handle DMARD safety monitoring?
Doctat automates safety monitoring for methotrexate with CBC and LFT reminders at regular intervals, tracks cumulative corticosteroid doses with osteoporosis alerts, ensures folic acid co-prescription with MTX, and prevents duplicate prescribing of similar drug classes. All monitoring schedules are linked to the patient timeline.
Does Doctat support autoimmune panel tracking for lupus and vasculitis?
Yes. Doctat provides a centralised autoimmune dashboard tracking ANA, anti-dsDNA, ANCA (MPO/PR3), complement levels (C3, C4), and myositis-specific antibodies longitudinally. Results auto-sync from the lab module and are displayed as trend charts for monitoring disease activity in SLE, vasculitis, and inflammatory myopathies.
Is Doctat only for rheumatology scoring or does it handle the full clinic workflow?
Doctat handles the complete clinic workflow. In addition to rheumatology-specific scoring (DAS28, BASDAI, CDAI, ASDAS), it includes AI-powered IVR for appointment booking, pre-consultation vitals capture, 30-second prescriptions, zero-touch lab and pharmacy integration, auto-billing, a patient app, and a revenue dashboard. The scoring tools are built on top of a full clinic management platform.
How many rheumatologists in India use Doctat?
Doctat is used by rheumatology practices across India who value built-in disease activity scoring and biologic management. We are one of the few Indian systems that treat rheumatology as a first-class specialty rather than forcing doctors to use general medicine workflows for complex autoimmune care.
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