Expanding Electronic Health Records (EHRs) data collection to include sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) information is critical to eliminate the invisibility of LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) people in the healthcare system. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) has … Continue reading
Read MoreAccording to a study published in the December issue of American Journal of Physiology – Heart and Circulatory Physiology, widely used diabetes drugs affects men’s and women’s hearts differently. The researchers studied the effect of three commonly prescribed medications metformin, … Continue reading
Read MoreAccording to a study released by the Washington, D.C.-based National Partnership for Women & Families, a significant boost in online access to health information is increasing patient engagement. As more patients use online EHR, healthcare providers should ensure the security … Continue reading
Read MoreTelemedicine, the actual delivery of remote clinical services using technology, is growing rapidly. According to a report by Research and Markets, the global telemedicine market is expected to increase by a compound annual growth rate of 18.5% through 2018. The … Continue reading
Read MoreSpeech recognition technology (SRT) is being increasingly adopted in clinical documentation. While only a small percentage of providers use this technology in self-editing (front-end) mode, the use of back-end SRT system is growing rapidly within the healthcare field. Though many providers … Continue reading
Read MoreDischarge summary is among the four types of reports that comprise the core of medical transcription work and is required whenever a patient is discharged from the hospital. This report is critical for further consultation and promoting patient safety while … Continue reading
Read MoreResearch studies say that there will be more data breaches in healthcare in the year 2015. In this scenario, you need to be very careful when outsourcing transcription tasks. As EHR is now widely adopted, most of the providers are … Continue reading
Read MoreA complete and accurate reporting of all hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) is critical in pediatric care as HAIs are associated with longer hospital stays, longer ventilation times, increased cost and adverse neuro-developmental outcomes in children. Electronic health records or EHRs are … Continue reading
Read MoreHealthcare providers are relying on technology to speed up their clinical documentation process and thereby address the increasing healthcare demands. Mobile transcription apps are one such technological development. The advantages of using such apps are that Clinicians can use them … Continue reading
Read MoreUntreated depression during pregnancy can lead to poor nutrition, drinking, smoking, and suicidal behavior in mothers and also result in premature birth of the baby, low birth weight and developmental problems. A study published in Obstetrics & Gynecology (June 2014 … Continue reading
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