Medical Transcription For Dummies
1. Edition January 2013
368 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
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
certification
* Includes expert advice and tips on how to approach complex
medical jargon and understand procedures
* Plain-English explanations of medical terminology, anatomy and
physiology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment
assessments
Whether used as a classroom supplement or a desk reference,
students and professionals alike can benefit from Medical
Transcription For Dummies.
Part I: So, You Want to Be a Medical Transcriptionist
7
Chapter 1: Just the Facts 9
Chapter 2: The What, How, Who, and Why of Medical Transcription
17
Chapter 3: Getting a Handle on Job Prospects and Employment
Options 35
Chapter 4: Becoming a Working Medical Transcriptionist 49
Part II: Getting the Job Done: Medical Transcription How-To
65
Chapter 5: Medical Language Boot Camp 67
Chapter 6: Formatting: The Basics 85
Chapter 7: Cracking the Code: Deciphering Diffi cult Dictation
101
Chapter 8: Mastering the Key Medical Transcription References
109
Chapter 9: Meeting the Need for Speed 123
Part III: Looking at the Types of Reports You'll
Transcribe 131
Chapter 10: History and Physical Examination 133
Chapter 11: Consultation 143
Chapter 12: Operative Reports 151
Chapter 13: Discharge and Death Summaries 161
Chapter 14: Beyond the Big Four: Other Common Reports 169
Part IV: Employment Matters: Landing and
Managing a Medical Transcriptionist Job 189
Chapter 15: Medical Transcriptionist Job Hunting 191
Chapter 16: Managing On-the-Job Issues 205
Chapter 17: Climbing the Career Ladder 215
Chapter 18: Working from Home 223
Chapter 19: Financial Considerations for Independent Contractors
239
Chapter 20: Staying Healthy for the Long Haul 255
Part V: The Part of Tens 265
Chapter 21: Ten Keys to Career Success 267
Chapter 22: Ten Myths about Medical Transcription 275
Chapter 23: Ten Great Online Resources281
Part VI: Appendixes 285
Appendix A: Glossary 287
Appendix B: Commonly Dictated Phrases and How to Transcribe
Them299
Appendix C: Sample Reports 309
Index 325