Physicians spend a significant amount of time on administrative work, from writing letters to handling insurance documentation. Doximity GPT is helping doctors streamline these processes, saving them hours each week. Below, physicians share their favorite prompts and how they use them in daily practice.
Akanksha Dadlani, MD, Psychiatry - Insurance letters and prior authorizations
Akanksha Dadlani, MD, MPH primarily uses Doximity GPT for writing patient letters, particularly for insurance and prior authorizations.
"In psychiatry, people ask us to write many letters for insurance or accommodations, and these are time-consuming. GPT helps me generate them efficiently."
She estimates that this prompt saves her up to two hours per week, and sometimes even more when demand is high.
⬇️ Prompt: Write a patient letter for [specific request]
Example Output:
[Patient Name] [Patient Address] [Date]
To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing on behalf of my patient, [Patient Name], who has been under my psychiatric care for [duration]. Due to their mental health condition, they require [accommodation/request], which is essential for their well-being and continued stability.
[Further explanation of the patient's condition and justification for the request.]
Please do not hesitate to reach out if further information is required.
Sincerely,
[Physician Name]
[Credentials]
Anita Kelkar, MD, Cardiology - Organizing test results
Anita Kelkar, MD, MPH finds Doximity GPT most useful for organizing test results and medical information into a structured, easy-to-read format.
"I find Doximity GPT very helpful for summarizing and organizing different tests into categories so that it's easier to analyze large amounts of information."
She estimates that this prompt saves her about an hour daily, adding up to 7 hours weekly and nearly 28 hours monthly.
⬇️ Prompt: Organize patient test results into an easy-to-read format
Example Output:
Patient Name: [Name] Date of Birth: [DOB] Date of Tests: [Date]
Lab Results Summary:
- CBC Panel: Normal except for mild anemia (Hgb 11.2 g/dL)
- Lipid Panel: Elevated LDL (140 mg/dL), HDL within normal range
- Liver Function Tests: Normal
- Kidney Function: Slightly elevated creatinine (1.3 mg/dL), eGFR mildly reduced
Imaging:
- Chest X-ray: No acute findings
- MRI Brain: No evidence of stroke, mild age-related changes
Summary & Next Steps:
The patient should begin dietary modifications for cholesterol management. Follow-up in three months with repeat labs.
Jacob Mathew, Jr., DO, Internal Medicine - Work limitation letters
Jacob Mathew, Jr., DO, MBA, FACP, FACOI, CPE, FAWM relies on Doximity GPT for drafting work limitation letters and prior authorization documents.
"I use Doximity for generating letters, prior authorizations, and insurance-related documentation, especially for work duty limitations."
⬇️ Prompt: Generate a work limitation letter for a patient
Example Output:
[Patient Name] [Patient Address] [Date]
To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing regarding my patient, [Patient Name], who has been under my medical care for [duration]. Due to their medical condition, they are experiencing [symptoms] that limit their ability to perform certain work duties.
I recommend the following work accommodations:
- Restricted standing for prolonged periods
- No heavy lifting over [weight] pounds
- Flexible work schedule due to medical treatment
Please reach out if additional documentation is needed.
Sincerely,
[Physician Name]
[Credentials]
Jiolver S. Martin Rojas, MD, Psychiatry - Prior authorization letters
Jiolver S. Martin Rojas, MD frequently uses Doximity GPT to generate prior authorization letters for medications and treatments.
"For prior authorization letters, I use GPT to write a clear request for the insurance provider with all necessary documentation."
⬇️ Prompt: Write a prior authorization letter for [medication]
Example Output:
[Insurance Provider Name] [Insurance Address] [Date]
RE: Prior Authorization Request for [Medication Name]
To Whom It May Concern,
I am requesting prior authorization for my patient, [Patient Name], who has been diagnosed with [Diagnosis]. After careful assessment and consideration of alternative treatments, I have determined that [Medication Name] is the most appropriate treatment option.
Rationale for Request:
- The patient has tried and failed [previous medications] due to [side effects/lack of efficacy].
- [Medication Name] has been shown to be effective in similar cases and is recommended by [guidelines, e.g., APA, AAFP].
- Without this medication, the patient is at risk for [negative outcome].
Please approve this request promptly to ensure continuity of care. If additional documentation is needed, feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
[Physician Name]
[Credentials]
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