Scribe Pros & Cons 

To Scribe or Not to Scribe Utilizing a scribe is as ancient as the practice of medicine itself. Using another person to write down a provider’s thoughts and actions can enable people to focus their time and efforts and be more productive.  If scribe duties are not part of the duties of the Chiropractic Assistant…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

Utilizing Scribes- Know the Rules

A scribe does not have to obtain a certification in order to perform duties. However, this does not mean that a clinic can utilize a scribe without establishing guidelines and reviewing payer requirements. It is recommended that a scribe have a basic understanding of medical terminology and anatomy. A provider should monitor a scribe’s work…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

Scribe Duties & the Chiropractic Assistant

This Rapid Tutorial will outline the role of the scribe and how the scribe can help the clinic and doctor document more efficiently. We also discuss what areas of compliance that a clinic must consider when utilizing a scribe.

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

What is a Scribe? 

A scribe is not a medical provider. The Joint Commission, which accredits and certifies healthcare organizations and programs, released the following statement in July 2012: “A scribe is an unlicensed person hired to enter information into the electronic medical record (EMR) or chart at the direction of a physician or practitioner. It is the Joint…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

The Anatomy of a New Patient Visit 

Documentation styles may vary from provider to provider, but the foundational pieces should be the same. As a Chiropractic Assistant, understanding key components of the treatment notes can lead to future opportunities to assist the doctor as a scribe or in follow-up on claim submissions. Locate the Support Tool titled The Anatomy of an Initial New…

Documenting Active Treatment

A Chiropractic Assistant (CA) interacts with patients and might interact with charting. A CA can become a check and balance system for the doctor and office for documenting to the standards outlined by the insurance policy and/or state regulations. As stated in this training, medical necessity is based on active care, not maintenance care. When…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.