Abridge is a clinical AI company founded in 2018 by cardiologist Dr. Shiv Rao. The company's platform uses generative and ambient AI to convert patient-clinician conversations into structured, clinically useful, and billable documentation in real-time. It integrates with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and employs auditable AI to map generated summaries to ground truth.
The platform operates across the United States, serving more than 250 of the nation's largest and most complex health systems. It is projected to support over 80 million conversations this year. Abridge's technology is recognized as Best in KLAS for Ambient AI in the Revenue Cycle category, positioning it within the healthcare, clinical services, and revenue cycle management verticals.
Scale metrics indicate the platform's impact on clinical workflows. Reported outcomes include a 78% decrease in clinician cognitive load and 90% of clinicians giving more undivided attention to patients. Furthermore, 86% of clinicians report doing less after-hours work, and 53% see an improvement in professional fulfillment. The company focuses on responsible AI deployment and reducing the administrative burden on clinicians.
