What are Virtual Medical Scribing Services?

 Medical scribes are professionals responsible for recording physician dictations and documenting patient interactions in medical records. By employing a medical scribe, physicians can significantly reduce the time spent on documenting a patient’s Electronic Health Record (EHR).

In the past, medical scribes would accompany doctors to appointments to document patient information. Nowadays, the most efficient and cost-effective method to integrate your EHR system with traditional medical transcription is through virtual medical scribes. In Virtual Medical Scribing, virtual scribes record patient-physician encounters virtually using video conferencing platforms, apps, or by using recordings.  EHR charting and data entry often involve reviewing and editing notes before final submission, which requires additional effort. Online medical scribes manage these tasks, allowing you to dedicate more time to patient care and personal activities, helping to alleviate burnout.

A leading virtual medical scribe provider would have teams that are readily available to listen, document essential details, and collaborate with doctors, often employing AI-powered scribes to assist them. This enables healthcare facilities to reduce provider burnout, enhance revenue, and minimize documentation challenges. Their internal team of scribes meticulously reviews and verifies all records to ensure they are both accurate and concise.

Virtual Medical Scribes deliver prompt, precise, and HIPAA-compliant documentation, offering an affordable and effective solution for the client’s needs.