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KirikKigek develops AI to streamline dental clinic operations
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KirikKigek develops AI to streamline dental clinic operations

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • KirikKigek has developed an AI program called 'Miracle Manager AI' to support dental clinic operations.
  • The AI system analyzes electronic dental chart data to streamline daily workflows and identify necessary operational information.
  • The program aims to reduce repetitive tasks for staff and provide dentists with an easier overview of clinic management, with plans to expand its availability to other dental practices.

KirikKigek has launched 'Miracle Manager AI,' an artificial intelligence program designed to enhance the operational efficiency of dental clinics. Currently implemented within the Sukmyeon Dental Network, the AI system processes data from electronic dental charts to organize essential information for daily operations and patient management.

The AI focuses on supporting administrative tasks rather than clinical diagnoses. It provides a 'treatment board' that offers real-time updates on patient status, from reception and waiting to treatment preparation, chair assignment, consultations, and payments. The system is customizable to fit different clinic layouts and operational styles, including adjustable screen configurations and notification functions.

Whether it's called AI or not is less important than whether it's actually helpful in the hospital setting. We will build a system that safely utilizes the data accumulated in the hospital to reduce employees' repetitive work and allow the director to easily grasp the hospital's operational status.

โ€” KirikKigek representativeExplaining the company's philosophy behind developing the AI program.

'Miracle Manager AI' also assists with insurance claims by comparing electronic chart records with insurance data, flagging items that require re-verification by staff. KirikKigek emphasizes that the AI does not automatically determine claim eligibility or process claims but rather suggests potential claims for review.

Additional features include a dashboard for monitoring outstanding payments, consultation progress, follow-up patient management, and key business indicators. It also facilitates task handover through shared notes and records among staff members. KirikKigek prioritized personal information protection and system stability during development, ensuring the AI can only read data and cannot alter patient records. Final decisions on medical judgments and insurance claims remain with healthcare professionals and clinic staff.

We plan to expand the scope of supply so that other dental clinics can use it according to their respective operational environments by enhancing the stability and convenience of Miracle Manager AI.

โ€” KirikKigek representativeDiscussing future plans for the AI program's availability.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.