Medical Transcription For Dummies

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The fast and easy way to explore a medical transcription career Flexibility is one of the most enticing aspects of a career in medical transcription. Perfect for in the office, at home, or on vacation, medical transcriptionists can often create lifestyle-appropriate schedules. The transcription field also appeals as a part-time, post-retirement income source for ex-healthcare-industry workers. If you're interested in a career in this growing field, Medical Transcription For Dummies serves as an accessible entry point.With guidance on getting through training and certification and exploring opportunities within the myriad different kinds of employment arrangements, Medical Transcription For Dummies gives you everything you need to get started in medical transcription. Guides you on getting though medical transcription training and certificationIncludes expert advice and tips on how to approach complex medical jargon and understand proceduresPlain-English explanations of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessmentsWhether used as a classroom supplement or a desk reference, students and professionals alike can benefit from Medical Transcription For Dummies.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2013-01-04
Mått188 x 234 x 20 mm
Vikt526 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor368
FörlagJohn Wiley & Sons Inc
ISBN9781118343074

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Introduction 1 Part I: So, You Want to Be a Medical Transcriptionist 7Chapter 1: Just the Facts 9Chapter 2: The What, How, Who, and Why of Medical Transcription 17Chapter 3: Getting a Handle on Job Prospects and Employment Options 35Chapter 4: Becoming a Working Medical Transcriptionist 49Part II: Getting the Job Done: Medical Transcription How-To 65Chapter 5: Medical Language Boot Camp 67Chapter 6: Formatting: The Basics 85Chapter 7: Cracking the Code: Deciphering Diffi cult Dictation 101Chapter 8: Mastering the Key Medical Transcription References 109Chapter 9: Meeting the Need for Speed 123Part III: Looking at the Types of Reports You’ll Transcribe 131Chapter 10: History and Physical Examination 133Chapter 11: Consultation 143Chapter 12: Operative Reports 151Chapter 13: Discharge and Death Summaries 161Chapter 14: Beyond the Big Four: Other Common Reports 169Part IV: Employment Matters: Landing andManaging a Medical Transcriptionist Job 189Chapter 15: Medical Transcriptionist Job Hunting 191Chapter 16: Managing On-the-Job Issues 205Chapter 17: Climbing the Career Ladder 215Chapter 18: Working from Home 223Chapter 19: Financial Considerations for Independent Contractors 239Chapter 20: Staying Healthy for the Long Haul 255Part V: The Part of Tens 265Chapter 21: Ten Keys to Career Success 267Chapter 22: Ten Myths about Medical Transcription 275Chapter 23: Ten Great Online Resources281Part VI: Appendixes 285Appendix A: Glossary 287Appendix B: Commonly Dictated Phrases and How to Transcribe Them299Appendix C: Sample Reports 309Index 325