decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2014 Issue 10 (October)
Busier practices with more procedures best bets for hiring medical scribes
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Article Overview
This article explains how medical practices can assess whether adding scribes is worthwhile by comparing provider documentation burden with the cost of scribe services. It discusses the types of practices most likely to benefit, the role scribes can play in recruitment and retention, and practical considerations for choosing or testing scribe support. The guidance is aimed at practice administrators, physicians, and managers weighing EHR-related efficiency changes.
Why This Topic Matters
Hiring scribes can affect workflow, provider satisfaction, and practice economics. Understanding which settings are most likely to benefit helps practices make staffing decisions that support efficiency without adding unnecessary expense.
Article Sections
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Patient encounters
Introduces the article’s focus on evaluating the relationship between documentation workload and the cost of scribe support.
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First find the cost
Reviews general pricing considerations for scribe services and alternative staffing arrangements.
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Next find the savings
Discusses how practice volume, reimbursement patterns, and specialty mix can affect whether a scribe may be worthwhile.
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4 things scribe-shoppers should know
Outlines practical considerations for practices evaluating scribe use, including pilot testing, staffing fit, provider satisfaction, and specialty alignment.
What You Will Learn
- How practices can think about the cost of documentation support
- What broad practice characteristics can influence the value of scribes
- Why provider workflow and specialty context matter when evaluating scribe services
- What operational issues practices should consider before hiring a scribe
Who Should Read This
- Practice administrators
- Physicians
- Medical office managers
- Healthcare operations staff
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