Medical Office Transcription, 3rd Edition, provides an introduction into teaching medical transcription. The text/workbook reviews anatomy, medical terminology, symptoms and disease conditions, and grammar as it relates to the field of medical transcription. The one-semester text can be used independently, self-paced, or in a traditional classroom.
Students use this 12-chapter text-workbook and accompanying dictation program to learn to transcribe, proof, and edit a variety of medical documents, including chart notes, history and physical reports, consultations, office procedures notes, x-ray reports, and more. New chapter includes review and case studies. Prerequisites include familiarity with basic English, keyboarding and transcription skills, and knowledge of basic medical terminology.
This Student Workbook is the perfect companion to the AAMT Book of Style, the recognized authority on medical transcription styles, forms, and practices. Organized logically by topic, the workbook helps students learn and memorize the AAMT Book of Style guidelines and standards, offers clear instructions for applying the guidelines and standards on the job, and provides opportunities for review, self-assessment, and in-class testing. It is the only training manual developed by AAMT and focused specifically on AAMT guidelines and standards. A bonus CD-ROM features dictation exercises and review questions, enabling readers to practice and assess their skills.
Synopsis: As the role of medical transcriptionists undergoes significant changes arising from new and evolving technology, refined skills are necessary to thrive in the new environment. This practical text prepares transcriptionists for the demands of their evolving role, including proofreading, editing, and transcribing via computer, while also addressing other equipment used in the profession. Authentic medical transcription documents illustrate formats for medical charts, history and physical exams, operative, x-ray, pathology and other reports. Includes shortcuts for computer formatting! Skill drills teach students to use references to verify information and to become familiar with new and unusual industry terms. Exercises and helpful hints encourage students to practice proofreading and editing skills. Grammar skills are demonstrated and practiced through individual chapters to bolster fundamental knowledge of punctuation, abbreviations, symbols, word endings and more. Explanations of the latest HIPAA guidelines regarding patient confidentiality, risk management and medical records provide guidance on adhering to regulations. Details on advances in speech recognition technology and trends in transcription software, including software for the sight-impaired, prepare students for technology encountered in the workplace. Information about the Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT) exam and the new Registered Medical Transcriptionist (RMT) exam, including possible future developments, is included. Punctuation and Grammar Rule synopses are located on the inside front and back covers for quick and easy reference. Completely revised student CD-ROM features chapter-specific quizzes, CMT exam preparation materials, and "real life" transcription exercises.
Advanced Medical Transcription bridges the gap between textbook medical terminology and "doctor speak." Fostering critical thinking and listening skills, this text demonstrates how foundational knowledge of physiology and disease processes combined with contextual clues can help decipher difficult dictation, discriminate sound-alike words and phrases, guide research efforts, and efficiently produce accurate documentation. The text's unique approach to terminology places an emphasis on medical phrases and medical lingo as opposed to individual terms. Exercises and activities throughout each chapter use authentic dictation from acute-care and ambulatory settings and cover a variety of medical specialties and accents.
Medical Office Transcription, provides an introduction into teaching medical transcription. The text/workbook reviews anatomy, medical terminology, symptoms and disease conditions, and grammar as it relates to the field of medical transcription. The one-semester text can be used independently, self-paced
Students and practicing medical transcriptionists alike will appreciate this unique worktext and reference manual. Offering guidelines for style, grammar, specific transcription mechanics and techniques, the handbook is an essential tool in any transcriptionist’s library. Covers editing, spelling and formatting medical records. A new workbook provides exercises and activities.(Medical Assisting, Medical Transcription, medical records)ALSO AVAILABLE -INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDERInstructor's Manual ISBN: 0-8273-8324-XStudent Workbook ISBN: 0-8273-8323-1