Best Practices for Great Consultations with Basilias
Basilias is designed to enhance your patient consultations, but like any tool, it's most effective when used skillfully. Here are some best practices to ensure you get the most out of Basilias while providing excellent care to your patients.
1. Prepare Your Environment
- Ensure a quiet space for clear audio recording.
- Position your device (computer or mobile) where you can easily access it without disrupting patient interaction.
- Check your internet connection before starting the consultation.
2. Introduce Basilias to Your Patient
- Briefly explain to your patient that you're using an AI assistant to help with note-taking.
- Assure them that their privacy is protected and that Basilias is HIPAA-compliant.
- Obtain verbal consent for recording the consultation.
3. Start the Consultation Properly
- Begin the recording at the start of the consultation.
- Choose whether you want to record audio as a "Session" or "Dictation" based on your preference. (Sessions are best for multiple speakers, while Dictation is ideal for solo notes.)
- Clearly state the patient's name and the date of the consultation for accurate record-keeping.
4. Speak Clearly and Naturally
- Maintain your natural speaking pace and tone.
- Articulate clearly to ensure accurate transcription.
- Avoid speaking over your patient; Basilias works best when capturing one voice at a time.
5. Structure Your Consultation
- Follow a consistent structure (like the SOAP format) in your consultations.
- Clearly vocalize results of clinical examination (e.g., "Your blood pressure is 120 over 70... Your heart sounds 1 and 2 are normal and there are no added sounds... I see you are wincing when I press in the left lower quadrant of your abdomen, is that very painful?").
6. Use Basilias' Real-Time Features
- Review the transcription to ensure critical information was captured accurately.
- Utilize the diagnosis suggestion feature to support your clinical decision-making.
7. Review and Edit Promptly
- Immediately after the consultation, review the AI-generated notes.
- Make necessary edits or additions while the consultation is fresh in your mind.
- you can do this by recording additional audio as "Dictation" or by manually editing the text.
- Pay special attention to any medical terms or diagnoses to ensure accuracy.
- Add or remove any ICD-10 codes as needed.
- There is a smart search function to help you find the right codes quickly.
- Ensure the final note is comprehensive and reflects the consultation accurately.
8. Leverage Templates Effectively
- Use Basilias' customizable templates to ensure comprehensive documentation.
- Adapt templates to fit your specialty or specific patient needs. See Templates documentation for more details.
9. Maintain Eye Contact and Engagement
- Remember that Basilias is there to assist, not to replace human interaction.
- Maintain eye contact and engage with your patient as you normally would.
10. Continuously Improve Your Workflow
- Regularly assess how Basilias fits into your consultation workflow.
- Experiment with different features and settings to find what works best for you.
- Attend Basilias training sessions or webinars to learn new tips and tricks.
11. Protect Patient Privacy
- Always log out of Basilias when you're done using it.
- Never share your login credentials with others.
- Be mindful of screen visibility when reviewing patient information.
12. Gather Patient Feedback
- Occasionally ask patients how they feel about the use of Basilias in consultations.
- Use their feedback to refine your approach and address any concerns.
- And please let us know how we can help you and your patients support@basilias.com
13. Stay Updated
- Basilias is regularly updating and adding features and improvements.
- Regularly check for new templates or AI enhancements that could benefit your practice.
By following these best practices, you'll be able to conduct efficient, thorough, and patient-centered consultations with the support of Basilias. Remember, the goal is to enhance the quality of care and documentation while maintaining a strong, personal connection with your patients.