Best Practices for HIPAA Compliant Email Communication
Today’s technologies have made physician-patient communication easier than ever before. Email communication is a reliable way for healthcare providers to connect with their patients, colleagues, and other offices. When using email to transmit protected health information (PHI), organizations need protect against breaches. The Health
How Automation can Support Small Medical Practices
Automation has disrupted many industries, and improved productivity by doing away with tasks that involve a high level of physical work and repetitive tasks. Healthcare is also benefiting from automation. One of the most common examples of automation in healthcare the development of voice
Major Clinical Components of Dental Records
Medical records are essential documents that provide details about the patient’s history, clinical findings, results of laboratory tests, pre- and postoperative care and more. Like any other specialty, dental practices should also maintain accurate patient records that reflect the quality of service provided and how
How to Prepare Different Types of Medical Transcription Reports
A medical report provides a detailed account of a patient’s medical history, current condition, and treatment plan. Medical reports can be written by a variety of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and therapists, involved in a patient’s care. These reports help them track the
Avoid Misinterpretations of Abbreviations in Medical Record Documentation
Medical abbreviations and acronyms or “acceptable” terms that physicians and other healthcare professionals generally use in patients’ medical records. Medical transcription service providers make sure that their staff is well-trained in documenting abbreviations, including converting them to their acceptable form when dictated. The benefits of
