Dragon Medical One (DMO) is more than just a speech-to-text tool. It’s a clinical documentation powerhouse. While it boasts over 99% accuracy, the real magic lies in the efficiency gains you unlock when you use voice commands strategically.
Whether you’re documenting a complex SOAP note or navigating your EHR, these top 10 Dragon Medical One voice commands will help you chart faster, reduce clicks, and reclaim valuable time with your patients.
1. “Insert Template [Name]”
Prebuilt templates are your best friend. This command instantly loads structured note layouts for common visits, like physicals, follow-ups, or post-ops, so you can start dictating into the right fields right away.
Bonus tip: Ask The Dragon People’s team about customizing templates for your specialty.
2. “Next Field” / “Previous Field”
These simple commands let you move quickly between fields in your EHR template or macro without touching your keyboard. They’re essential when you’re using structured notes.
3. “Correct That”
See a mistake? Say this to instantly select the last dictated phrase and choose the correct option or re-dictate. It’s faster than clicking or manually deleting and rewriting.
4. “Scratch That”
Made a verbal misstep? Use this to delete your last dictated phrase. It’s the voice equivalent of a quick undo.
5. “Insert [Diagnosis/ICD Code/Medication]”
DMO understands clinical language. Dictating diagnoses, conditions, or medication names allows Dragon to insert and even map directly into EHR fields (depending on your integration).
6. “New Paragraph” / “New Line”
These navigation commands help you format as you speak, so your documentation is clean and organized without extra formatting time.
7. “Open [Application Name]”
Need to switch to Outlook or a browser mid-charting? This command launches other applications without breaking your flow.
8. “Select [Text]”
Hands-free editing becomes seamless with this. Say “Select blood pressure was elevated,” and Dragon will highlight the phrase so you can modify or delete it.
9. “Go to Sleep” / “Wake Up”
Need a break? These commands pause or activate the mic instantly, giving you control without manually clicking anything.
10. “Add to Vocabulary”
Custom terms, patient names, or rare drug names can be added to Dragon’s memory on the fly. This keeps accuracy high and frustration low.
Honorable Mentions
- “Show Dictation Box” – Opens the Dictation Box for non-standard text fields
- “Press Tab/Enter” – Navigate EHR fields like you would with a keyboard
- “Undo That” – Deletes the last dictated or typed action
- “What Can I Say?” – Shows a list of voice commands to jog your memory
Supercharge Your Workflow with Custom Commands
Want to go beyond the basics? Dragon Medical One lets you create custom voice commands for common workflows. For example:
- “Insert Dr. Smith signature”
- “Insert hypertension SOAP note”
- “Order CBC”
At The Dragon People, we help practices build out powerful command libraries tailored to their EHRs and workflows.
Why Voice Commands Matter
Every second counts in a clinical setting. Using DMO’s voice commands:
- Saves you minutes per chart
- Reduces repetitive keyboard actions
- Increases provider satisfaction
- Improves documentation accuracy
These commands allow you to dictate like a pro, reduce burnout, and free up time for what matters most, your patients.
Ready to Level Up Your Voice Workflow?
The Dragon People are Microsoft-certified experts in Dragon Medical One training, setup, and customization. If you’re not using voice commands to their full potential, you’re leaving efficiency on the table.
Book a consultation to get personalized workflow training or schedule a demo today.
