Quick Verdict
NovaScribe offers specialty-specific programming for 15+ specialties, CPT code suggestions with wRVU estimates, and a unique Prior Visit feature where AI references patient history. Freed is a solid option with broad specialty support and adaptive learning. Both are HIPAA compliant. NovaScribe costs more for unlimited use, but physicians who have tried both consistently report that NovaScribe generates significantly better-written notes—because no cost is spared on AI quality.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | NovaScribe | Freed AI |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Unlimited) | Basic: $99/mo ($999/yr) Professional: $229/mo ($2,299/yr) |
$99/month |
| Free Tier | 10 notes/month free forever | 7-day trial only |
| Built By | Practicing Cardiologist | Software Engineers |
| AI Investment | Premium models, no cost spared | Not disclosed |
| Specialties | 15+ with custom programming | 60+ specialties |
| Prior Visit Context | Yes - AI references patient history | No |
| CPT Code Suggestions | Yes, with wRVU estimates | No |
| MDM Optimization | Built-in | No |
| ICD-10 Codes | Yes | Yes |
| EHR Integration | Works with any EHR (copy/paste) | Chrome extension + some integrations |
| IT Department Required | No | No |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Note Templates | Specialty-specific | Adaptive learning |
Key Differences
1. Who Built It
NovaScribe was built by Dr. Proctor, a practicing cardiologist who uses the software every day in his own clinic. He built it because he tried every major AI scribe—including Freed—and none met his standards for note quality. That firsthand clinical perspective shows in every feature.
2. Note Quality That Justifies the Cost
NovaScribe costs $130/month more than Freed for unlimited use, and we're transparent about that. But physicians who have tried both consistently report that NovaScribe generates significantly better-written, more complete notes. That's because NovaScribe uses premium AI models where competitors cut costs. The result: notes that read like they were written by a meticulous colleague, not generated by software.
3. Your Scribe is Also an Expert Medical Coder
Here's where NovaScribe pays for itself many times over. Imagine if your scribe was also an expert medical coder. NovaScribe's MDM optimization engine analyzes your documentation and suggests the appropriate E/M level. Its CPT code suggestions with wRVU estimates help ensure you're billing appropriately for the complexity of care you actually provide. For many physicians, this revenue optimization alone more than covers the difference in cost—often capturing hundreds of dollars per month in appropriate reimbursement that might otherwise be left on the table.
4. Prior Visit Context
NovaScribe's standout feature: select a prior visit and the AI references that patient's history. Your notes read like they were written by a physician who knows the patient. Freed processes each visit independently without historical context.
5. Specialty Depth vs Breadth
Freed supports 60+ specialties with adaptive templates. NovaScribe supports 15+ specialties but with deeper, custom-built programming for each (cardiology, internal medicine, orthopedics, etc.). If your specialty is on NovaScribe's list, you get purpose-built templates designed by a physician.
Why Choose NovaScribe
- Superior note quality from premium AI
- MDM optimization helps capture appropriate reimbursement
- CPT codes with wRVU estimates
- Prior Visit feature for patient continuity
- Free tier (10 notes/month forever)
- Built by a physician who uses it daily
- Works with any EHR, no IT needed
Why Choose Freed
- Comparable pricing at $99/month
- More specialty options (60+)
- Adaptive learning from your edits
- Multi-language support (14+ languages)
Frequently Asked Questions
Physicians who have used both consistently report that NovaScribe produces better-written, more complete notes. NovaScribe also offers CPT code suggestions, MDM optimization for billing, and a unique Prior Visit feature that Freed lacks. Freed costs less and supports more specialties. We encourage you to try NovaScribe's free tier and compare the note quality yourself.
NovaScribe offers two paid tiers: Professional at $229/month (or $2,299/year) with full billing optimization features, and Basic at $99/month (or $999/year) for unlimited notes—matching Freed's price. Plus a free tier (10 notes/month forever). The Professional tier's billing optimization features—MDM engine and CPT suggestions—help ensure you're capturing appropriate reimbursement for the complexity of care you provide, often offsetting the price difference.
Yes. NovaScribe works with any EHR through copy/paste - no integration required. This means no IT approval, no implementation delays, and no compatibility concerns. Freed offers a Chrome extension and some direct integrations (athena, eClinicalWorks) but most EHRs use copy/paste.
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