An Ambient Listening System in the Exam Room – New Tech to Support EHR Documentation
One of the most challenging tasks for physicians is typing patient information into the electronic health record (EHR) during and after the office visit. US based medical transcription services ensure dedicated EHR-integrated clinical documentation, including editing of speech recognition-generated documents. At the same time, companies
Study: Overlapping Surgery Safe for Most Patients, but Not High-risk Groups
General surgeons diagnose and treat surgical conditions affecting various areas of the body – the breast, lung, abdomen, thyroid, arm, legs, colon, rectal, skin, and more. Operative reports describe the indication, procedure, and any complications of the procedure and must be completed immediately after any
Telehealth – A Powerful Tool to Manage Flu Patients
Recent reports indicate that the current flu season is far from over. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that during February 2-9, the number of people seeking treatment for the flu peaked nationally since the current flu season began last October. Healthcare providers are resorting to a
Study: Primary Care improves Care Quality, Access, and Patient Experience
Primary care providers are the key players in the healthcare system. The Institute of Medicine (www.nap.edu) defines primary care as: “The provision of integrated, accessible health care services by clinicians who are accountable for addressing a large majority of personal health care needs, developing a
The Problem of Medical Care Overuse – When “More” is “Less”
Medical records must contain pertinent and up-to-date information on the advice and/or treatment provided to a patient. Medical transcription outsourcing allows providers to ensure the patient record is an accurate and complete reflection of the patient encounter to facilitate continuity in patient care. Recent doctor
