AI Scribe for Epic EHR — From $29/mo
The most affordable AI scribe that writes your notes AND fills your EHR. SOAP Note Buddy works with Epic Hyperdrive and Hyperspace web versions at a fraction of enterprise pricing. Unlike Abridge (Best in KLAS, ~$2,500-$7,200/yr/clinician) or Dragon Copilot ($369-$1000+/mo), no pre-built integration, multi-year contracts, or IT approval required.
- Works with Epic web versions
- No IT approval needed
- Plans from $29/mo (vs $369+/mo for Dragon Copilot)
The Affordable AI Scribe for Epic Users
Epic Systems is the largest EHR vendor in the United States, used by major health systems, academic medical centers, and hospital networks. Epic's market dominance means most clinicians will encounter Epic at some point in their careers.
Epic's preferred AI scribes include Abridge (Best in KLAS 2025 and 2026, ~$2,500-$7,200/yr/clinician), Dragon Copilot (formerly Nuance DAX, now Microsoft) at $369-$1000+/mo, and Ambience PMPM at $300-$500+/mo. All require enterprise contracts, 3-6 month deployments, and IT-level integration. SOAP Note Buddy offers an alternative: a browser-based AI scribe that works with Epic's web-based interfaces from $29/mo — instantly, no contracts.
SOAP Note Buddy works as a browser extension (Chrome, Safari, Brave, Edge) with Epic Hyperdrive and web-based Hyperspace deployments, with companion iOS and Android apps on the same subscription. If you access Epic through a browser, our AI can detect and fill documentation fields automatically.
SOAP Note Buddy vs. Enterprise AI Scribes
Enterprise AI documentation solutions for Epic require system-level integrations, IT approval processes, and significant budget allocation. Here's how SOAP Note Buddy compares:
| Feature | Abridge / Dragon Copilot / Enterprise | SOAP Note Buddy |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $300-$1,000+/provider (Abridge, Dragon Copilot, Suki, Ambience) | From $29/mo (Starter), $59/mo (Unlimited), $89/mo (Unlimited+) |
| Implementation Time | 3-12 months | 30 seconds |
| IT Approval Required | Yes - extensive | No |
| System Integration | Required | Not needed - browser-based |
| Minimum Contract | 12-36 months | Cancel anytime |
| Free Trial | Rarely offered | 7 days free |
| Works with Other EHRs | Epic-specific | Any browser-based EHR |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes |
From $29/mo vs $369+/mo for enterprise solutions = thousands in annual savings
How SOAP Note Buddy Works with Epic
SOAP Note Buddy integrates with Epic through intelligent browser-based field detection. Here's the process:
Get SOAP Note Buddy
Start your free trial, then add the browser extension (Chrome, Safari, Brave, Edge) or install the iOS or Android app. Setup takes under a minute, with no IT tickets or approval process.
Add Your Patient Context
Enter the patient's clinical context - diagnosis, history, treatment plan, and relevant information. This data stays on your device and is never stored on external servers.
Open Epic in Your Browser
Navigate to your patient's chart in Epic Hyperdrive or web-based Hyperspace. SOAP Note Buddy automatically detects documentation fields - progress notes, assessments, plans, and more.
Click Generate
With one click, AI generates clinically appropriate content and fills your Epic fields directly. Review, adjust as needed, and sign your note.
SOAP Note Buddy works with Epic when accessed through Chrome browser (Hyperdrive, web-based Hyperspace). It does not work with desktop-only Epic clients that don't run in a browser.
Features for Epic Users
Automatic Field Detection
AI detects Epic documentation fields automatically - progress notes, HPI, assessments, plans, and specialty-specific templates. No configuration required.
Cut Documentation Time 80%
Notes that took 15-20 minutes now take 2-3 minutes. Finish documentation during clinic hours instead of staying late.
HIPAA Compliant
PHI is automatically removed before AI processing. Patient identifiers never leave your device. BAA available for organizational compliance.
Individual Clinician Control
Install and use yourself - no waiting for IT, no budget approvals, no committee meetings. Take control of your documentation workflow.
Context-Aware AI
Understands your patient's clinical context to generate appropriate assessments and plans. Notes that reflect the actual patient encounter.
Multi-EHR Compatible
Use the same tool across Epic, Cerner, athenahealth, or any browser-based EHR. One subscription works everywhere.
Epic Documentation Fields We Support
SOAP Note Buddy automatically detects and fills common Epic documentation fields when accessed through a browser:
- Progress Notes - Daily notes, follow-up documentation, visit summaries
- HPI (History of Present Illness) - Chief complaint, symptom narratives, history documentation
- Assessment & Plan - Clinical reasoning, diagnosis documentation, treatment plans
- SOAP Sections - Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan fields
- Procedure Notes - Intervention documentation, procedure narratives
- Dropdown Selections - Status fields, diagnostic selections, clinical choices
- SmartText Fields - Template fields that accept free-text entries
- Problem List Narratives - Condition descriptions and clinical context
SOAP Note Buddy uses AI-driven field detection based on context, not hardcoded field names. It adapts to your organization's Epic customizations automatically.
Who Uses SOAP Note Buddy with Epic
Independent Clinicians
Clinicians working at Epic-using organizations who want documentation help without waiting for IT to implement enterprise solutions.
Traveling Healthcare Workers
Travel nurses, locum tenens physicians, and contract therapists who work across multiple Epic sites and need a consistent documentation tool.
Small Practices
Practices using Epic Community Connect or hosted Epic solutions where enterprise AI scribes aren't financially viable.
Clinicians Evaluating AI
Providers who want to test AI documentation assistance before their organization commits to expensive enterprise contracts.
Epic Users Save Hours Every Day
"Our health system was looking at Dragon Copilot but the cost was prohibitive — hundreds per provider per month. I found SOAP Note Buddy and started using it myself. It works with our Epic Hyperdrive and saves me at least 2 hours of documentation daily. Plans start at $29 a month. I'm paying out of pocket and it's absolutely worth it."
Cut pajama-time documentation and finish notes before you leave the office
How to Set Up SOAP Note Buddy with Epic
Get started in under 2 minutes. No IT involvement required.
Get Started
Start your free trial, then add the browser extension (Chrome, Safari, Brave, Edge) or install the iOS or Android app. Setup takes seconds.
Create Your Account
Click the SOAP Note Buddy icon in your browser and sign up with your email. Start your free 7 day trial. Cancel anytime before it ends.
Add Patient Context
Enter your patient's clinical context - diagnosis, relevant history, and treatment information. This provides the foundation for AI-generated notes.
Open Epic and Generate
Log into Epic through Chrome (Hyperdrive or web Hyperspace), navigate to your patient's chart, select the patient in SOAP Note Buddy, and click "Automate Notes."
Review and Sign
Review the AI-generated content, make any clinical adjustments, and sign your note in Epic as you normally would.
Ready to Automate Your Epic Documentation?
Try SOAP Note Buddy free for 7 days. Works with Epic web versions. Plans from $29/mo - no enterprise contracts required.
Start Your Free TrialEpic AI Scribe FAQ
Does SOAP Note Buddy work with all versions of Epic?
SOAP Note Buddy works with Epic when accessed through a Chrome browser - this includes Epic Hyperdrive and web-based Hyperspace deployments. It does not work with desktop-only Epic clients (older Hyperspace versions that don't run in a browser). If you access Epic through Chrome, Safari, or Edge, SOAP Note Buddy can help.
How does this compare to Dragon Copilot (formerly Nuance DAX)?
Dragon Copilot is the rebranded Nuance DAX, now owned by Microsoft. It's an enterprise ambient AI scribe that costs $369-$1000+ per provider per month with 1-3 year contracts, and requires system-level integration with Epic. SOAP Note Buddy is a browser extension (plus iOS and Android apps) starting at $29/month that you can install yourself without IT approval. Dragon Copilot offers ambient listening during visits. SOAP Note Buddy fills your Epic documentation fields from clinical context, and on its mobile apps the Voice Scribe feature (Unlimited+, $89/mo) can record a visit hands-free and auto-transcribe it into a note.
Will my IT department need to approve this?
No. SOAP Note Buddy is a personal browser extension (Chrome, Safari, Brave, Edge), with companion iOS and Android apps, that you install yourself. It doesn't require any Epic integration, API access, or IT approval. Your patient data stays on your device and is processed securely with PHI automatically removed.
Is SOAP Note Buddy HIPAA compliant for use with Epic?
Yes. PHI is automatically scrubbed before any data is sent to AI processing. Patient names, DOBs, addresses, and identifiers are removed locally on your device. We're HIPAA compliant and offer a Business Associate Agreement (BAA).
What if my organization already has Dragon Copilot, Abridge, or another AI scribe?
You can use SOAP Note Buddy alongside other tools. Some clinicians use it for specific documentation tasks or as a backup when enterprise systems are slow or unavailable. Starting at $29/month, it's inexpensive enough to use as a supplementary tool.
Does it work with Epic's SmartPhrases and SmartText?
SOAP Note Buddy detects and fills standard text fields and textareas in Epic's web interface. It can fill SmartText fields that accept free-text input. Complex SmartPhrase interactions that require specific triggers may need to be completed manually.
Can I use this if I work at multiple Epic sites?
Yes. SOAP Note Buddy works with any browser-based EHR, so it travels with you. Whether you work at multiple hospitals, clinics, or health systems using Epic, one subscription covers all of them.
How much does it cost compared to Epic enterprise solutions?
SOAP Note Buddy plans start at $29/mo (Starter, 40 notes/mo), $59/mo (Unlimited), or $89/mo (Unlimited+ adds Voice Scribe and Smart Image Analysis). Annual saves ~15%. Free 7 day trial, cancel anytime. Compare to Abridge (~$2,500-$7,200/yr/clinician), Dragon Copilot ($369-$1000+/mo), or Ambience ($300-$500+/mo PMPM) with multi-year contracts. That's thousands per year in savings.