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Clinical Documentation (Scribe DM)

Scribe DM is MedFeed's AI-powered clinical documentation module that converts clinician speech into structured, HL7-compliant EMR notes in real-time.

Overview​

Scribe DM enables the "speak once, sign once" workflow, eliminating double data entry and reducing after-hours charting by up to 75%.

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Key Benefits​

  • Real-time transcription with medical terminology recognition
  • HL7 FHIR compliant output for EMR integration
  • Multi-language support for diverse clinical environments
  • Ambient listening during patient encounters
  • Structured note formatting with clinical templates

Getting Started with Scribe DM​

1. Accessing Scribe DM​

Navigate to the Clinical Documentation section from your dashboard:

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  1. Click Notes in the sidebar navigation
  2. Select New Clinical Note or Continue Draft
  3. Choose the appropriate note template

2. Microphone Setup​

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First-time setup:

  1. Allow microphone access when prompted
  2. Test your microphone quality
  3. Adjust sensitivity settings if needed
  4. Select noise cancellation level

Recommended microphone settings:

  • Quality: 16-bit, 44.1 kHz minimum
  • Type: USB headset or lapel microphone
  • Environment: Quiet clinical setting preferred

Note Types and Templates​

Available Note Templates​

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Outpatient (OPD) Notes​

  • Chief Complaint: Primary reason for visit
  • History of Present Illness: Detailed symptom history
  • Physical Examination: Systematic examination findings
  • Assessment and Plan: Diagnosis and treatment plan

Inpatient (IPD) Notes​

  • Admission Note: Initial patient assessment
  • Progress Note: Daily patient status updates
  • Discharge Summary: Comprehensive discharge documentation
  • Consultation Note: Specialist recommendations

Surgical Notes​

  • Pre-operative Note: Pre-surgery assessment
  • Operative Report: Detailed surgical procedure
  • Post-operative Note: Recovery and complications

Emergency Department Notes​

  • Triage Note: Initial patient assessment
  • Emergency Physician Note: Comprehensive ED evaluation
  • Disposition Note: Patient discharge or admission

Custom Templates​

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Create department-specific templates:

  1. Navigate to Settings > Note Templates
  2. Click Create New Template
  3. Define sections and required fields
  4. Set up auto-population rules
  5. Save and assign to user roles

Voice Documentation Workflow​

1. Starting a New Note​

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  1. Select Patient: Choose from your patient list
  2. Choose Template: Pick appropriate note type
  3. Start Recording: Click the microphone button
  4. Begin Dictation: Speak clearly and naturally

2. Real-time Transcription​

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During dictation:

  • Text appears in real-time as you speak
  • Medical terminology is automatically recognized
  • Punctuation is added intelligently
  • Sections are auto-formatted based on template

Voice Commands:

  • "New paragraph" - Creates paragraph break
  • "Next section" - Moves to next template section
  • "Correct that" - Enables correction mode
  • "Insert vital signs" - Prompts for structured data entry

3. Ambient Listening Mode​

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For patient encounters:

  1. Enable Ambient Mode before patient interaction
  2. Place device in optimal listening position
  3. Conduct normal patient conversation
  4. AI extracts relevant clinical information
  5. Review and edit generated note

Privacy Features:

  • Patient consent recording
  • Automatic PHI detection and masking
  • Secure audio processing
  • HIPAA-compliant data handling

Editing and Review​

AI-Generated Content Review​

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Review Process:

  1. Initial Review: Check AI-generated content for accuracy
  2. Medical Validation: Verify clinical accuracy and completeness
  3. Template Compliance: Ensure all required sections are complete
  4. Final Approval: Sign and submit to EMR

Manual Editing Features​

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Editing Tools:

  • Rich Text Editor: Format text with medical styling
  • Medical Spell Check: Specialized medical dictionary
  • Template Insertion: Add standard phrases and templates
  • Voice Re-recording: Re-dictate specific sections
  • Collaboration: Share drafts with colleagues for review

Structured Data Entry​

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Quick Entry Forms:

  • Vital Signs: Temperature, BP, pulse, respirations
  • Medications: Drug name, dosage, frequency, route
  • Allergies: Allergen, reaction type, severity
  • Lab Results: Test name, values, reference ranges

Integration with EMR Systems​

HL7 FHIR Compliance​

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Scribe DM generates notes in HL7 FHIR R4 format:

  • Patient Resource: Demographics and identifiers
  • Encounter Resource: Visit information and context
  • Observation Resource: Clinical findings and measurements
  • Condition Resource: Diagnoses and problems
  • MedicationRequest Resource: Prescriptions and orders

EMR Export Options​

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Export Formats:

  • Direct Integration: Real-time EMR synchronization
  • HL7 Messages: Standard healthcare messaging
  • PDF Export: Formatted clinical documents
  • XML/JSON: Structured data formats
  • Text Export: Plain text for legacy systems

Mapping Configuration​

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Configure field mappings between Scribe DM and your EMR:

  1. Patient Matching: Map patient identifiers
  2. Provider Mapping: Link clinician accounts
  3. Department Codes: Map organizational units
  4. Terminology Mapping: Align medical coding systems

Quality Assurance​

Accuracy Monitoring​

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Quality Metrics:

  • Transcription Accuracy: Word-level accuracy percentage
  • Medical Term Recognition: Specialized vocabulary accuracy
  • Template Compliance: Completeness scoring
  • Review Time: Time spent on manual corrections

Continuous Learning​

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Improvement Features:

  • Correction Learning: AI learns from manual edits
  • Vocabulary Expansion: Add institution-specific terms
  • Speaker Adaptation: Personalized voice recognition
  • Template Optimization: Usage-based template refinement

Advanced Features​

Multi-language Support​

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Supported Languages:

  • English (US/UK/AU)
  • Spanish (ES/MX/AR)
  • French (FR/CA)
  • German
  • Portuguese (BR/PT)
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Hindi
  • Mandarin Chinese
  • Arabic

Voice Biometrics​

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Security Features:

  • Speaker Verification: Confirm clinician identity
  • Voice Signatures: Secure note authentication
  • Access Control: Voice-based system access
  • Audit Trail: Complete voice interaction logging

Collaboration Features​

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Team Documentation:

  • Shared Notes: Multi-provider documentation
  • Review Workflows: Attending physician approval
  • Teaching Mode: Resident supervision and feedback
  • Consultation Integration: Specialist input and recommendations

Mobile Documentation​

Mobile App Features​

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On-the-go Documentation:

  • Bedside Dictation: Document during patient rounds
  • Offline Mode: Continue working without internet
  • Photo Integration: Add images to clinical notes
  • Barcode Scanning: Quick patient and medication identification

Tablet Optimization​

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Tablet-specific Features:

  • Split Screen: View patient data while documenting
  • Stylus Support: Handwritten annotations
  • Large Display: Optimized for clinical workflows
  • Gesture Controls: Swipe and tap navigation

Troubleshooting​

Common Issues​

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Audio Problems​

  • No Microphone Detected: Check device connections and permissions
  • Poor Audio Quality: Adjust microphone settings or environment
  • Background Noise: Enable noise cancellation or change location

Transcription Issues​

  • Inaccurate Text: Speak more clearly or add custom vocabulary
  • Missing Medical Terms: Update medical dictionary
  • Wrong Language: Verify language settings

Performance Issues​

  • Slow Transcription: Check internet connection and server status
  • App Crashes: Clear cache or restart application
  • Sync Problems: Verify EMR integration settings

Getting Support​

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Support Channels:

  • In-app Help: Built-in documentation and tutorials
  • Live Chat: Real-time technical support
  • Phone Support: Direct line for urgent issues
  • Email Tickets: Detailed problem reporting

Best Practices​

Dictation Tips​

For Optimal Results:

  • Speak at normal conversational pace
  • Use standard medical terminology
  • Pause briefly between sentences
  • Spell unusual names or terms
  • Review and edit before finalizing

Workflow Integration​

Efficient Documentation:

  • Use templates consistently
  • Leverage voice commands
  • Review notes promptly
  • Maintain patient privacy
  • Follow institutional policies

Training and Adoption​

Team Implementation:

  • Start with willing early adopters
  • Provide hands-on training sessions
  • Create department-specific workflows
  • Monitor usage and gather feedback
  • Celebrate success stories

For technical setup and configuration, see the Technical Documentation. For administrative features, refer to the Administration Guide.