Scribe support may help alleviate documentation, trim physician burnout
A pilot project at UW Health used virtual assistance to assist clinicians and shows the potential to enhance revenue while giving doctors some relief.
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How ‘virtual’ scribes can reduce EHR headaches
Virtual Scribes have been an integral part of physician wellness with their specialty in clinical documentation services.
UW Health and AQuity Partnership
UW Health and AQuity partnered to decrease documentation burden and burnout among primary and specialty care physicians by implementing a virtual scribe program.
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