Traditional human scribes cost $3,000-$4,500/month and require training. Doctora's AI optometry scribe delivers better accuracy at 95% lower cost, working 24/7 without breaks, vacations, or turnover.
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Most practices don't realize the true cost of human scribes until it's too late
$3,000-$4,500/month salary plus benefits, payroll taxes, and workers' comp. Total cost often exceeds $50,000 annually per scribe.
Average scribe turnover is 35% annually. Each new hire requires 2-4 weeks of paid training before reaching productivity.
Scribes need breaks, sick days, and vacations. You need backup coverage or your documentation suffers during absences.
Documentation quality varies by scribe experience and attention. Errors can lead to claim denials and compliance issues.
Each employee increases HIPAA violation risk. One breach can cost $50,000-$1.5 million in fines plus reputation damage.
Human scribes can interrupt patient flow, require physical space, and may make some patients uncomfortable.
See why forward-thinking practices are making the switch
| Comparison Factor | Traditional Human Scribe | Doctora AI Scribe |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $3,000 - $4,500 + benefits | $199 flat rate |
| Annual Savings | - | $36,000 - $52,000 |
| Accuracy Rate | 85-90% (varies by experience) | 95% consistent |
| Availability | 40 hours/week minus breaks | 24/7/365 no breaks |
| Training Required | 2-4 weeks paid training | 60 seconds setup |
| Optometry Knowledge | Must be taught terminology | Pre-trained on 100,000+ exams |
| Documentation Speed | 5-10 minutes per exam | 2-3 minutes per exam |
| Sick Days/Vacation | 15-20 days annually | Never absent |
| Turnover Risk | 35% annual turnover rate | Zero turnover |
| HIPAA Compliance | Requires training & monitoring | Built-in compliance |
| Scalability | Must hire for each provider | Instant scaling |
| Learning Capability | Limited by individual | Continuously improves |
Real results from optometrists who made the switch
"We had two part-time scribes costing us $3,500/month. Doctora replaced both for $199/month with better accuracy. The AI never calls in sick and actually understands optometry terminology better than our scribes did."
Dr. Sarah Mitchell, OD
Mitchell Eye Care • 3 providers
"Our human scribe quit with one week notice. Instead of hiring another, we tried Doctora. It's faster, more accurate, and we're now seeing 6 more patients daily. Best decision we've made."
Dr. James Chen, OD
Vision Plus Optometry • Solo practice
"Training new scribes every 6 months was exhausting. Doctora learned our preferences in days, not weeks. Documentation that took 15 minutes with a scribe now takes 2 minutes with AI."
Dr. Lisa Rodriguez, OD
Family Eye Health • 2 locations
The shift from human to AI scribes is accelerating. Here's why:
Medical scribe turnover exceeds 35% annually. Most scribes are pre-med students who leave after 12-18 months. Finding and training replacements is becoming harder and more expensive each year.
AI accuracy improves monthly while costs decrease. Doctora's AI already outperforms human scribes at 95% accuracy and will reach 99% within 12 months. Human performance plateaus; AI continuously improves.
Reimbursements are declining while labor costs rise 5-7% annually. Practices using AI scribes save $36,000+ per provider yearly - money that goes straight to the bottom line.
Patients expect modern, efficient care. AI scribes enable doctors to maintain eye contact and focus on care, not typing. This improves patient satisfaction and online reviews.
Monthly Scribe Costs Continue
Every month with a human scribe costs $3,000-$4,500 that could be reduced to $199
Turnover Risk Remains
35% chance your scribe leaves this year, forcing emergency hiring and training
Competition Gets Ahead
Practices using AI see more patients and offer better service at lower cost
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