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    What is the “Cash Register” feature?

          

    The Cash Register feature supports the practice by processing and recording patient payment transactions. This functionality ensures that all funds received are documented accurately, allowing for the effortless reconciliation of payments against practice records.

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          • Where to learn more about Cash registers within GoodX:
          • Where do you make use of a cash register through GoodX?
          • Where on GoodX do you complete patient payments received?
          • Where do you close the cash register within GoodX?
          • How does Float Amounts work within GoodX?

                

             


                

          Change Log
          Date of Change Changes Editor
          2026 05 12 Established Page  Chendene Barnard 

        • Where do you make use of a cash register through GoodX?

              

          Please inform your software liaison of your intent to use the Cash Register feature, as your entity requires specific software elements to be activated and enabled. This coordination ensures that all necessary system requirements are in place for the feature to function correctly within your practice.

          Upon loading your entity's GoodX Web page for the first time each day, the system will prompt you to select your unique cash register configuration. During this process, you may also specify a float amount if it is relevant to your practice's daily financial procedures.

               

          First use pop up to user

                

               

          After completing the default information, selecting "OK" will activate the daily register. This register remains active until it is manually closed at the end of the day or business cycle. It is important to note that the setup pop-up will reappear upon every browser refresh until the process is either finalised or cancelled.

               

          Zoomed view of pop up

                

          Each session is linked to a specific cash register report for accurate record-keeping. Your GoodX liaison will configure these registers to ensure they are active for the relevant entities, while restricting the setup pop-up so it appears only for the users responsible for managing the register information.   

          Depending on the practice's needs, the system offers the flexibility to implement either individual cash registers or location-specific configurations. This ensures the financial tracking structure aligns with the facility's unique operational workflow.

          If practices do not use cash, leave the float amount at zero.

               

          Completed cash register information

                 

        • Where on GoodX do you complete patient payments received?

                

          By accessing the debtor account details, you can select the specific invoice to pay. This ensures that the subsequent transaction is automatically linked to the correct invoice on the debtor profile, maintaining an accurate and organised financial record.

                

          Debtor account view

               

               

          Selecting the New Receipt option opens a new window, allowing you to choose the necessary information from drop-down menus. These menus are pre-configured and tailored specifically to meet your practice's unique operational requirements.      

          In the event that an invoice is not immediately visible, it can be located by accessing the drop-down menu and selecting the Show Invoice option. This action retrieves and displays the outstanding invoice, ensuring the payment is allocated correctly.

               

          Invoice screen depiction

                 

                  

          The Comments and Reference fields are optional and provided to support efficient management and ensure high-quality audit trails. Please be aware that any comments entered in this section will be displayed under the Notes heading on the printed GoodX receipt.

          When processing a partial payment, the system automatically allocates the funds to invoice line items in sequential order, starting from the top and moving downward. This process continues until the total amount of the partial payment has been fully distributed across the available line items.

          Once the process is complete, you can either Post the transaction only or Post and Print the receipt for the patient. These options are accessible via the drop-down menu, allowing you to choose the most appropriate action for your workflow.

               

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          If you choose Print, the document will download as a PDF. This file can then be emailed directly to the patient or printed locally if a physical copy is requested. Please note that document headers are fully customizable to align with your practice's branding and requirements.

          Example of receipt issued

                 

                 

          The receipt is automatically allocated to the debtor's account and is reflected as a payment against the dedicated invoice. This automated synchronisation keeps the account balance current and accurately updates the transaction history in the system.

                 

          Example of receipts and invoices issued, screen

                 

        • Where do you close the cash register within GoodX?

               

          When you have completed your transactions for the day or specific period, you can finalise the process by navigating to the GoodX Wheel and selecting Configuration. This section allows you to access the necessary settings to manage and conclude your active cash register session.

          The Cash Register Management tab includes a sub-tab labelled Sessions. Once selected, you will be able to manually close the active session. Remember that these sessions do not close automatically, so this step is vital to ensure your daily financial records are finalised.

                

          Cash registers active screen

                 

                 

          To prevent any unintentional disruptions to your workflow, the system will display an additional confirmation prompt before finalising the action. This safety measure ensures that sessions are not accidentally closed, allowing you to double-check your records before the period is officially locked.

               

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          Upon proceeding, you will be prompted to compile the relevant information required to finalise the process. This step ensures that all necessary financial data and closing figures are accurately recorded and reconciled before the session is officially concluded.

              

          Information requested before closing a register

               

                

          All completed cash register periods are available for download and review, providing your practice with a transparent audit trail. This feature allows you to export historical session data to verify reconciliations, track daily intake, and ensure that all financial periods have been closed correctly.

          Review Capabilities

          • Audit Readiness: Access detailed breakdowns of every session for internal or external audits.

          • Historical Data: Retrieve records from specific dates or cycles to analyse practice performance.

          • Format Flexibility: Review information directly on the platform or download reports for offline storage and reporting.

               

          Session Reports which can be downloaded

               

        • How does Float Amounts work within GoodX?

                

          The float amount is not included in the calculations if you require an immediate balance of the day's takings. This ensures the figure displayed represents only the actual revenue processed during the session, giving a clear view of the day's financial activity without including the static opening balance.

          In instances where the float amount is also entered, an additional pop-up will appear requiring a reason for any resulting discrepancy to be recorded. This field is the ideal place to specify the float amount details to ensure the session balances correctly.

          Information completed upon cash up                   Float discrepancy details

                 

                  

          Notes are not recorded on the primary session views; instead, they are accessible under the "Recon" sub-tab, where any listed discrepancy reasons are displayed. Ultimately, the practice can choose how to handle and record the float to suit its internal financial protocols.

          An audit comment section is available, allowing the practice manager to review the session and add comments according to the specific preferences or internal requirements of the practice. This feature ensures that any oversight or administrative notes are captured directly within the system for future reference and management oversight.

                 

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