Navigating the Clinical Component
A Clinical Environment Where Technology Enhances Rather Than Burdens Your Practice
The practice blends small-town continuity of care with modern infrastructure, including Epic EMR and Abridge AI, which captures real-time documentation and significantly reduces after-hours charting.
Clinic Structure & Workflow
- Epic EMR with Abridge AI for in-room note capture.
- Integrated nursing and MA support for rooming, vitals, and visit preparation.
- Team includes eight physicians and three APPs; additional APP joining to manage same-day visits.
- Nurses complete Medicare wellness visits to preserve physician schedule quality.
Patient Volume & Appointment Lengths
- Consistent, protected volume of 16–18 patients per day.
- New patients: 30–40 minute visits
- Established patients: 20-minute visits
- No pressure to double-book or overbook; leadership protects appointment quality and pace.
- Adequate time between visits for documentation and care coordination.
Patient Population & Practice Setting
- Diverse panel including children (age 2+), adolescents, adults, and seniors.
- Mix of acute care, chronic disease management, preventive care, and minor procedures (as desired).
- University-town demographic with engaged, reliable patients who value continuity.
- Small inpatient pediatric unit with two dedicated pediatric rooms; low admission needs consistent with community size.
Practice Culture
- Collaborative, physician-led environment with accessible leadership and autonomy in clinical decision-making.
- Stable patient panel with high retention and a community that appreciates full-spectrum family medicine.
- Technology and staffing designed to reduce administrative burden and support sustainable practice.