Reducing administrative burden for physicians was a key priority of the 2022 Physician Master Agreement. The use of an AI (ambient) scribe has the potential to reduce the time spent on documenting patient visits, increase the quality of the notes, and also increase the amount of time physicians can spend providing care.
To support this priority, the Joint Standing Committee on Rural Issues will provide funding for a one-time licence for one year starting on April 1, 2025. We would like to invite BC rural and remote physicians to subscribe to a platform of their choice after which we will provide reimbursement upon producing a receipt for up to $1000. This opportunity will be on a first come, first served basis – up to a maximum of 800 subscriptions.
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Applications are now closed.
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Guidance from Doctors of BC’s Doctors Technology Office on how to choose and use AI scribe technologies in clinical settings.
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Guidance on the use of AI in clinical practice from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC
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A helpful FAQ from the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) answering common questions about the use of AI scribes in clinical practice.
Eligibility for AI Scribe funding
To be eligible, applicants must be:
Physicians practicing rural medicine in BC with demonstrable connections to RSA rural communities.
Physicians who are already using an AI scribe can still apply and will be reimbursed for their existing subscription covering the period of the initiative.
Application Process
To be considered for funding please submit the application form by April 30, 2025.
Physicians will be asked to complete a short intake survey and a follow-up survey midway through the year to help assess the impact of the AI scribe and inform future recommendations.
For questions or support with this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected].
