Electronic Health Records (EHRs), while crucial for data storage and retrieval, have significantly increased the administrative burden on healthcare providers. While a recent American Medical Association (AMA) study revealed that the physician burnout rate dropped below 50% for the first time in four years, the extra hours physicians spend on administrative tasks is still impeding patient interaction, and causing stress and burnout, for providers who chart after hours.
The ScribeEMR Advantage: Trusted Expertise and Scalable Solutions
ScribeEMR offers virtual medical scribe solutions tailored to your practice’s needs. Our virtual scribes are highly trained medical professionals with a deep understanding of medical terminology, EHR systems, and best practices for accurate and comprehensive healthcare documentation.
ScribeEMR’s virtual medical scribes communicate with physicians via a laptop, a smartphone, a tablet, or any two-way communication device. Live, remote scribes enter notes, update charts, clarify information during patient visits, and make suggestions to comply with Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) quality measures. Charts are typically closed and signed off by the provider by the end of the day.
ScribeEMR’s customized approach earned top ranking from KLAS Research: KLAS Research ranks ScribeEMR #1 for virtual scribing services. Each clinician is paired with a dedicated virtual medical scribe, who documents every patient visit, entering notes directly into the EMR according to the provider’s charting style. Remote scribes focus exclusively on chart quality and accuracy so providers can focus more on the patient.
Virtual medical scribes become an extension of the healthcare team, handling all aspects of documentation in real time. This frees providers to:
- Focus on Patient Interaction – Having the ability to build rapport with patients, and actively listen to their concerns, fosters a more personalized approach to care.
- Optimize Schedules and Increase Efficiency – Reduced documentation time translates to a more streamlined workflow, so providers can see more patients, minimize waiting times, and improve overall practice efficiency.
Financial Impact: Boosting Revenue and Sustainability
The financial gains achieved by reducing administrative burdens with virtual scribing services are also significant:
- Increased Patient Volume: AMA studies show that physicians who spend less time on documentation can see several more patients daily, which translates to increased revenue.
- Reduced Claim Denials: Accurate, timely documentation entered by virtual scribes ensures proper coding and billing, which minimizes the risk of claim denials and delayed reimbursements. This improves cash flow and financial stability.
- Improved Reimbursement Rates: Complete, accurate documentation facilitates proper coding, which leads to higher reimbursements.
Enhanced Patient Satisfaction: A Better Healthcare Experience
Patients benefit from virtual scribing services, too:
- Reduced Wait Times: Streamlined workflows, with charts generally ready to review and close at the end of each day, free more time for patients, which shortens wait times and improves patient satisfaction.
- More Engaged Providers: Providers relieved of administrative burdens are less stressed and can engage more with their patients.
- Continuity of Care: Virtual medical scribes can also assist with tasks that improve continuity of care, such as scheduling follow-up appointments and facilitating timely access to test results.