By providing the uninsured with better access to primary care and expanding Medicaid coverage, it was expected that Obamacare would reduce overcrowding in the emergency room (ER). However, a recent report published in The Courier-Journal reveals that ER visits actually … Continue reading
Read MoreThe non-medical use of prescription drugs, particularly opioids, sedatives, and stimulants, has assumed epidemic proportions in the United States, accounting for increasing numbers of emergency room visits and deaths from reactions and overdoses. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services … Continue reading
Read MoreHealthcare providers must adopt and successfully demonstrate meaningful use of a certified electronic health record (EHR) system by 2015 or pay a penalty. Studies and surveys are assessing the use and features of EHR systems in physician practices across the … Continue reading
Read MoreMay 6-12 is celebrated as National Nurses week in the US. National Nurses Week is celebrated in the U.S. by professional associations, healthcare organizations, and healthcare communities through May 6th, the birthday of Florence Nightingale. This occasion provides the perfect … Continue reading
Read MoreMedical transcription is an interesting, and at the same time, seriously challenging profession which requires one hundred percent devotion to the work. Even a minor error can seriously affect patient health and security and result in legal liabilities for the … Continue reading
Read MoreTo err is human and this may happen with medical transcription just as with any other task. However, it is not pardonable, especially when the errors are critical. As accurate medical transcription has a lot to do with patient health … Continue reading
Read MoreIf you are considering a career in medical transcription (MT), it could be the right choice. A recent report from Transparency Market Research says that the value of the global market for medical transcription services is expected to touch a … Continue reading
Read MoreCorrect medical diagnosis is the cornerstone of medical care. Imagine you consulting a doctor for a crippling headache. It could be a sinus headache but your physician wrongly diagnoses it as caused by migraine. You are administered treatment for the … Continue reading
Read MoreTable of ContentsTelehealth and TelemedicineHow Smart Technology Enhances Medical TranscriptionBenefits of Smart Technology in Medical Transcription Smart technology is transforming many fields and healthcare is no exception. Advanced technologies from wearable devices that monitor vital signs to AI-driven diagnostic tools … Continue reading
Read MoreSome US healthcare providers have achieved full conversion to electronic medical records (EMR) and many others are making steady progress towards this goal. The aim of an EMR plan is to close the gap between paper and electronic records, a … Continue reading
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