CMS Prohibits Texting of Physician Orders on Patient Care
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CMS) in conjunction with the Joint Commission issued a memo on December 28, 2017 clarifying its position on texting patient orders. CMS has reiterated that texting of patient orders is prohibited regardless of the platform. This “no texting
Flu among Older Adults is Under-diagnosed, says VUSM Study
As a responsible medical transcription company, we are conscious about the importance of ensuring accurate and timely healthcare documentation in the event of a public health crisis such as the ongoing flu season. The flu season is on a rampage in the U.S. New York
New Study Finds EHR Related Malpractice Suits on the Rise
Though we have discussed the several advantages of EHRs in hospitals as well as at medical transcription companies, they have also created new risks and frustrations for doctors and patients. According to a report from the Doctors Company, malpractice claims for errors caused by electronic
New Treatment Approach: Type 2 Diabetes Could Be Reversed through Weight Loss
A medical transcription company serving various medical specialties must stay abreast with all innovations and discoveries pertaining to those specialties. This is necessary from the point of view of providing quick and insightful transcription with a clear idea of what the physician is talking about.
Watching the Eclipse – Did it Damage Your Eyes?
On Aug 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse referred to as The Great American eclipse was visible across North America, across 14 states from Oregon to South Carolina. This eclipse that occurred for the first time in 99 years created massive traffic jams as an
