Sona is free for providers and HIPAA-Compliant
You retain full control, choosing exactly what ultrasound images and clips to share, while we ensure that all medical data surrounding the images is diligently excluded for privacy.
Our platform is designed to make sharing special ultrasound moments a breeze, all while upholding the highest standards of privacy and data protection.
Offer Sona to your patients
Your sonographer can ask your patients if they would like Sona and then enters patient's cell phone number into designated field in the machine. The sonographer chooses which images to send to the patient and they can send them during the scan by using the designated print button or after the exam is complete.
1. Create an Account
Once an account is created, follow our steps to install Sona on a computer that's on your office's network.
2. Set Up Your Ultrasound Machines
Add Sona as a destination on your machine(s) and assign a print button for Sona. Set up as many ultrasound machines in your office as you'd like!
Getting Started is Easy
“I am pregnant with my first and could not imagine my pregnancy without this app!”
Bridget F.
Mother
“Sona has increased our patient satisfaction because when patients come in, they ask for it.”
Tamara Takoudes, MD, FACOG
Ultrasound Provider
“This app is hands down the best part of pregnancy.”
Megan Z.
Mother
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How does Sona ensure HIPAA compliance and data security?Sona takes patient privacy and data security very seriously. We adhere to all HIPAA guidelines in the handling and transmission of ultrasound images. Additionally, we use state-of-the-art encryption methods to protect user data and ensure secure transmission from ultrasound machines to mobile devices.
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How quickly will my patients be able to view their ultrasound on Sona?You can determine how quickly your patients will be able to view their ultrasound inside your dashboard. While most of our accounts prefer a 1-hour hold time before the ultrasound is released to their patients, you can set a shorter or longer hold time based on your preference.
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Is Sona really free to use for ultrasound providers?Yes, Sona is completely free for ultrasound providers. We believe in enhancing patient care and making it easier for parents to access their ultrasound images, so we don't charge providers any fee to use our service.
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Will using Sona add extra time to my appointments?No, Sona is designed to be easy and quick to use, adding minimal extra time to your appointments. It's as simple as entering the patient's phone number or email address into the ultrasound machine and using the designated print button to send images and clips during the scan.
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What if I need support or have questions about using Sona?Our team is always here to help. You can reach out to us at support@sona.com with any questions or concerns and we'll be happy to assist you.
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Can I make changes to the images or clips I send?Yes, you can make changes to the images or clips you send. After the ultrasound exam is finished, log into your dashboard and within the “Ultrasounds” page, you can find your patient's exam and delete it. You will just have to go back into the ultrasound machine and resend any images and clips you would like your patient to receive.
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Can I wait until after the exam is complete to send images and clips?Yes! Once you’re done scanning your patient, you can find the exam in your machines archive, select what you would like to be sent, click “Dicom Send” and select Sona as the destination.
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How do I decide what ultrasound images to send?As a provider, you have full control over what ultrasound images and clips to share with Sona. You can choose to share as many or as few images as you see fit for each individual patient. Some of the Bellybaloo users favorites are: baby's profile, hands and feet, spine, heartbeat, and any movement that can be captured.