Author Archives: Julie Clements
Medical Transcription Services Can Help Streamline EHR Documentation and Improve Coding
One of the growing concerns of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) is the growing tendency among to upcode claims, that is, to code and report encounters as more serious and requiring more costly treatments than they actually do. What’s … Continue reading
Read MoreInfectious Disease Transcription Services Help Physicians Stay Compliant with Industry Changes
Today, new and confounding infectious diseases threaten health. Moreover, diseases that were considered extinct are reappearing. Infectious diseases specialists are also faced with challenges such as rising patient volume and compliance with ICD-10 coding. Many practices lack the financial and … Continue reading
Read MoreBUSM Study: Inconsistencies in EMR Documentation May Affect Glaucoma Medication Adherence
Managing documentation in an ophthalmology practice is not an easy task. Medical transcription companies provide valuable support with accurate and timely EHR/EMR-integrated ophthalmology transcription service. A recent study from the Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) indicates just how important … Continue reading
Read MoreFocused Ultrasound Being Researched for Brain Cancer Treatment
The importance of accurate neurosurgery transcription services is particularly felt by physicians treating complex conditions such as brain cancer that require consideration of various factors including the extent and growth of the tumor in order to come up with a … Continue reading
Read MoreFocused History Taking Critical for Evaluating Returned Travelers
With the rise in the incidence of travel-related infectious diseases, people traveling abroad are at a high risk of health problems. Zika is the latest in the list of travel-related health diseases. The History and Physical exam (H&P) has become … Continue reading
Read MoreHow Medical Transcription Has Evolved in the EHR Age – 6 Major Considerations
With the advent of technology, the healthcare industry has undergone significant changes. However, medical transcription has remained a fundamental and necessary requirement in the healthcare sector. Technological changes have had a significant impact on how doctors’ notes are entered into … Continue reading
Read MorePatient-driven Education and Accurate Documentation to Ensure Exceptional Healthcare
Endocrinology medical transcription is a valuable service for endocrinologists who diagnose and treat conditions such as diabetes and thyroid disorders. Accurate transcripts with details of the diagnoses and therapy provided have to be maintained to ensure proper care and follow-up … Continue reading
Read MoreCommon Infections in the Elderly That Lead to Frequent Emergency Department Visits
Infectious diseases transcription is a major requirement in emergency departments that typically see a number of patients coming in for treatment for infectious diseases. Infectious diseases are an important concern in elderly adults, forcing them to frequently visit the emergency … Continue reading
Read MoreProper Documentation of Patient Malnutrition Ensures Proper Care
A person who suffers a deficiency of the nutrients required for good health is said to be malnourished. While it is more common in developing countries, malnutrition is also a problem among children and adults in the United States. According … Continue reading
Read MoreProper Documentation Vital for Diagnosing and Treating Occupational Asthma
As per the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, occupational asthma has become the most common lung disease related to job in developed countries. Though the exact number of newly diagnosed occupational asthma patients is not known, it is … Continue reading
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