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Help with Word problem - Posted By: LinK

Not sure if this is the right board for this, but all of a sudden my find and replace button won't work at all. Any reason why this might be happening. I've tried closing Word down and reopening it, but still nothing. I use this feature to "find" doctor's addresses for cc, and it's really slowing me down.

Word AutoText, AutoCorrect, and Spellchecker, and other Word features - Posted By: md-mt

I have just started working for a company that uses Word (my previous experience was HTML-based and had its own autotext and spellchecker).

I have never bought medical spellcheckers nor Instant Text, especially that I have learned a lot from posters here that one could use the autocorrect feature for long words/phrases/paragraphs/templates. I have heard of people saying autocorrect was not meant to be used for such.

I have been browsing some features of shortcuts in Word (using the Assistant), and have discovered that it has AutoText. I tried it by highlighting a whole document (canned procedured), then hit Alt+F3, assigned a code, and voila! I have a template that readily inserts into an open Word document by typing the code and hitting Enter.

Also, I have learned that I can insert empty fields (for variables in my templates like BP/HR/RR/Temp values by hitting Ctrl+F9, then when I have inserted the autotext for a template with such empty fields, I can readily jump from one field to the next (to fill them up with values) by hitting F11 (or Shift+F11 to go to previous empty field).

We do know that many dictators want us to type verbatim even for running sentences, so that I have found the Spelling and Grammar checker feature of Word quite cumbersome. I discovered tonight that I could use just the spellchecker feature by clicking on Tools > Customize, then under Categories, select Tools; under Commands, select Spelling. I dragged that onto my tool bars so I can do a quick spellcheck. Cool thing was, the previous documents I have made with new drug names, etc., which I have spellchecked using a non-Word program, were automatically included in its database (so I do not have to re-enter them as I begin to utilize this feature). Drawback: I could not make a shortcut key for this (have to use the mouse again!)

Then I made my OWN keyboard shortcut for autocorrect by going to Tools>Customize>Keyboard (click on button then another window appears), Under Categories, choose Tools; under Commands, choose AutoCorrect. Under Press new shortcut key, assign the shortcut you want (F key, Alt or Ctrl + desired key), then click on Assign button.

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8 cents per line 65 character - Posted By: Leanne

At 8 cents a line, to me, that should be just straight typing. No looking up - leaving a blank, and no struggling more than 1 time to make out what some doctor is mumbling. I am sorry, please don't tell me I have a bad attitude, but each and everyone of us is worth more than 8 cents a line. When we were paid (in the past) at a higher rate, it made up for the researching or trying to figure out what the doctor is saying. I had been out of this work for quite some time. Worked in a hospital for 22.00 an hour for years, worked part time for a service for about 9 cents a line - maybe 3 days a week for 4 hours a day. I did not pay attention that closely then as I had the hospital job. But now, working 8 hours (or more.) This is complete and total B.S. This p_____s me off so bad. But I have to do it in this economy, I am not in a position to do anything else. Everytime I try to really pick up my speed - as there was a time I could about 200 lines or more an hour. (I cannot do it anymore straight through 8 hours.) The QA people find something (a comma or whatever) and then I get nervious and slow way down. I know they have a job to do, but come on. There are some, but very few, doctors who care where a comma goes. Give me a break. It just infuriating for everyone that does this. I had a few doctors on my own accounts years back, but they would not pay on time, regularly, etc. Anyway I just had to vent.

addictions - Posted By: this board, lol!

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callus versus callous - Posted By: C.J.

I've got two accounts telling me different uses of these two words. One says callus is a formation on the bottom of your foot and callous is to be used when the doc dictates that a callous is forming on the bone. The other account says to use callus all the time and that callous means a person who is rough around the edges. I've read definitions of both and it seems that both words could be used........any ideas?

Long Distance Plans - Posted By: mmh

Can anyone suggest a long distance carrier that provides unlimited long distance at a reasonable rate for transcription purposes? I have been told that I have to have a business plan because it is against government regulations to use your home phone line to surf the internet, etc. I have to dial into a long distance number to get my work through a Lanier. I have statellite internet so I do not think I can have Vonage or anything like that where it goes through your PC. I currently pay over $100 a month with taxes and surcharges to have unlimited long distance on one phone line. Is there anything better out there?

Also looking for salary info for NW Washington, Silverdale area sm - Posted By: SunshineGirl

Hospital employee hourly rate or annual salary range. Thanks for any help!!

Anyone work on laptop? - Posted By: Wondering

Wondering if any MT's work on laptop versus desktop computer?

The NP said... - Posted By: MSMT

orphenaryx.

Link for local TV feed in NO, LA. Special forum for - Posted By: locating family members. sm

Vista Pains! - Posted By: justme

Hey all,

I am trying to set my laptop up with XP since Vista is not compatible with anything. I was told that you can "dual boot" XP and have Vista in the background in case it is one day worth a crud. I know how to reload XP onto my laptop and take Vista off completely, but I'm not sure I want to do that. Plus, I have a remote login setup on it now for the hospital work I do on the weekends. So I need to be able to transfer that to the XP side also.

I am so frustrated with Vista! I just want to go back to good ol' XP without losing EVERYTHING I have on my laptop.

If someone could provide me with instructions I would be so grateful!

TIA!

Opinions please - Posted By: anon

I have been working for a small MTSO for over 3 years. My current pay scale is .0675 per gross line. This company recently merged with another company and I just received a new contract to sign changing the pay scale to .08 per 70 character line. Can some of you math experts out there tell me if this is actually a *raise* as they say, or if this is a cut in pay? and also, would you sign the contract and stay??? I may need to reconsider my options.

Does anyone know of a free program that will completely remove Starware - nm - Posted By: nn

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quick (probably stupid) question - Posted By: mammamt

I know that when I get the answer to this question I will smack my forehead and say Doh!!, but I am new here and see a lot of "sm" and "nm" after posts. For fear of forever being know as the one who cannot get the obvious, can someone please let me know what they mean.

Thanks a ton...

E-MTS - Posted By: fingers

Has anyone heard much about E-MTS transcription?

anything good about VR? - Posted By: misswebster

I am an MT with over 25 years experience, and one that takes a great deal of pride in her work with probably 99.9% accuracy, BUT I am far from being the fastest MT around, thus making it hard to bring home a decent paycheck. QA would be my dream job but those seem impossible to come by. I am wandering if for a person like me, if VR would be the way to go? It seems like most of what I hear and read regarding VR is negative, is there anyone out there who actually prefers this type of work? Thanks so much for any input you might have.

anyone having trouble with the Internet this morning? sm - Posted By: 3 a.m. EST -

I'm able to get some websites, but not others. I can get here and can download my work/email, but not other websites (Yahoo, Google...).

This is strange. I think someone broke the Internet!!

Setting up your own accounts - Posted By: NY MT

I've been doing some research on here and checking out various links and such regarding setting up my own accounts but am finding myself more confused than ever! I've noticed some talking about things like mydocsonline, bytescribe, wav player, Olympus, etc., but how exactly do these work? I'm assuming there is a system in their office or on their end and then I use some sort of system or connect with that to get jobs? How does this all work?

I've been looking into this and trying to understand how it works, as when I recently went to the ENT office they asked if might be looking for some work . I didn't feel comfortable talking about it in depth because of my lack of understanding. They are a mid-sized practice with 2 offices and probably less than 10 physicians. Any info or advice anyone could offer would be greatly appreciated. Please feel free to email me also if you'd like.

Why do they call them team leads? - Posted By: sm-TiredToday

When they really do not seem interested in "leading" anything or anyone? Yes, I am a tad bit frustrated today!

Don't send me an email to which I answer your question right away, then wait an hour and a half to answer back, if you answer at all. And please, READ the email I have taken the time to send, trust me on this one, its obvious when you don't.*sigh*

I take great pride in my work. No matter whether I feel I am getting paid enough, or treated well enough, I still feel it is my responsibility to produce the best possible results in my position. It is my reputation I am protecting, not theirs.

Is this a lost art? Why do other act like since they work from home they don't have to take it seriously? If you have been put in the position of leading people, guiding them, training them to do the position they were hired to do. THEN DO IT! Don't leave me with more questions than answers! If you agree to take the position of "leader" then don't make me feel is if I am an inconvenience.

No, I will not name the company. I believe this is a good company so I am not trying to bash them. In the last few years I have worked for 3 nationals. Only one had leadership that actually knew what they were training you on and acted like they cared. Unfortunately, their IT department couldn't speak English and I found out they were outsourcing to India, had to leave.

Just my vent for the day!

anyone else think British accents are sometimes difficult? - Posted By: SA

There are few doctors with British or Australian accents compared to Indian, Middle Eastern, Hispanic, East Asian etc....but perhaps because I don't hear them as often I am sometimes really thrown off by them.. not ESL! But I find myself relistening before I get some of the words. Also difficult are some of the other European dictators...do not get as many of those either. Used to get a guy - I looked him up on the hospital web site - it said he spoke about 6 different European languages - he had a very unusual accent.

do you wear shoes when you work? sm - Posted By: workin'

if so, what kind? If I wear sneakers, my feet get too hot and sweaty. If I wear slippers, I don't feel like I get enough support. Any suggestions?

Without starting a war, how much time is reasonable to spend on reasearch (sm) - Posted By: CuriousMT

when paid by the minute?

I have access to the patient's electronic chart and often use this as a tool to look up doctor names, diagnoses, etc. Often, these charts go back for years. Documents are both scanned into the patient's chart by the physician's office(a 5-page stress test would be 5 separate scanned entries) and typed directly into the patient's chart (a 5-page document would be 1 entry).

We are paid by the minute, no matter how fast or slow the doctor talks. So, if they manage to speed talk, not take a breath, and slur an entire H&P into a 1-minute report, we get paid for a minute's worth of work regardless of typing time.

Having given the above information, what would you consider a reasonable amount of time to spend on research,i.e., looking up "Dr. Smith" with no first name and no specialty or indication why the patient saw "Dr. Smith", or things of that nature.

(I've got my fingers crossed that this does NOT start any type of MT versus QA argument!!!)

Thanks.
CuriousMT

I really wish - Posted By: MTNY

there was a separate board for all the negative posters on here. Negative breeds negativity, gossip is contagious and those posters thrive on it. There are other posters such as myself who come here for concrete information and learning/sharing and find this forum very useful. The negativity ruins it for me

wav software question - Posted By: Julie

Does anyone know of .wav transcription software that doesn't distort the audio when it is sped up or slowed down (that is, the voice remains the same pitch, and is not mouse-like sounding when sped up, or drunken-sounding when slowed down)?

Thanks -

Julie

PT IC question? - Posted By: Aggravated IC

I work as an IC for a local hospital and do very well. I decided to try to get some part time work to fill in slow days and make some extra money. So far all I have gotten is aggravation. I am on my second company now. I spend more time typing up a report to let them know what I typed that day than actually typing. All this information is on the reports being sent to them and/or the transcription equipment. Can't they (MSTO) print that out from their end? One account, I am having to look up billing # to place in the report which involves great detail in trying to find it. Am I doing something wrong or is there an easier way? Is their a way to get paid for this time and/or tax credit or something.

Basic 4 - Posted By: Laurie

Can anyone tell me what Basic 4 MTs is?

THanks

RE: Drop shoot software - Posted By: Medtyper

Can anyone explain what Drop shoot software is and where to get it? Thanks

As an IC MT, how much should I charge for correcting their mistakes? - Posted By: MT ?

This happens often lately, due to being new at dictation. I never charge when it is my mistake, but lately I am wasting an hour a day making corrections to their previous reports. Should I charge by the time it takes to make the corrections and also to reprint the report? What is the norm?

Thanks again!

Tired of being at home - Posted By: Nancy

Does anyone else out there find they get sick of working from home? I get depressed sometimes. I do not have children yet and my husband works about 12 hours a day. I am usually by myself all the time and I have been doing this for 5 years. Got any words of encouragement or advice?

Any MQers heard of 'new pay scale'? - Posted By: WA

There has been some rumors about this on this board. Some say they have recently received communication (har, har, har...sorry) about this. Anyone know any specifics? Any other changes?

Hematology/Oncology job post - Posted By: Donna

If you would like a good laugh, take a look at the posting for this job. They want an experienced MT, but they cannot spell. I am amazed at how many of the job postings on here have incorrect spelling and grammar.

How do you fix the Smartlist - Posted By: issue in Smartype????

I am having the same problem with Smartype and all of the smartlist lines being added everytime I open and window or go to a browser. How do you fix this? Thanks so much

SERIOUS WARNING (SM) - Posted By: Goldbird (Moderator)

Do not EVER post copyrighted information on this website. This includes private medical records or copies of any information in which you are not the author or owner.

If you have any questions about information you want to post, please e-mail the Administrator (admin@mtstars.com) or myself before doing so.

Posters who fail to respect this policy will be banned.

Has anyone had the spider veins sm - Posted By: spider veins anyone?

fixed on their legs? Wondering which is better - laser or injections? These are not varicose.

pay RMT rate increases (what does RMT mean) sm - Posted By: .

footers and spaces on every page. We pay RMT rate increases of .0015 cpl;
CMT rate increase of .0025 cpl and shift differentials for 2nd, 3rd and

InstantText Version III Pro for sale - Posted By: angela

If interested please contact me at angela.dill@gmail.com. Also several old Spellex floppy discs. Thanks!

I do not care... - Posted By: USA MT

If the past was unknown to us and we were dubed or whatever - we all understood this was an American site - NOW we know it is not - why didn't they continue to use the off shore forums they had to post on. Why did they feel the need to not post that they were no longer American? Because this site gives them the opportunity to review and apply for jobs posted by those who NEVER would post on non-US site.

When jobs are posted we always got foreign resumes, want to bet this is tripled now. Those who post anything here except their displeasure with his actions and the use of a once American site for off shore purposes are giving him his feed. Every hit on his website moves him up and companies who do not know will post thinking they are supporting a US forum that gets a low of attention. Ads are posted and PAID for thinking it is a US forum.

This is no longer a US site, ads should be pulled and renegotiated to let them know this fact. Companies with jobs posted should be informed so they can make the decision.

Other web sites that are US should offer the same to these posters free - watch them grow. If MT Daily were smart they would drop the subscription rate and offer it free.

American MT here spreading the word to every single poster and website I can - MTSTars is not owned by an American.....Enough said.

I'm the cream of the crop, I rise to the top!! - Posted By: Jodi is Starting Over!

Okay interested parties! I'm experiencing some turbulence, but I think I'll be alright. HE has no where to go. No one wants to help him out. He is trying to move back to his hometown, but even his family has turned him away. It's not a nice feeling to have no one to fall back on. He was soooo confident that he'd have a place to live. He is really upset right now because he says I didn't try and I am going to be really happy now without him. Ummmm, yes.

That's what the plan is. He says I didn't try to save the marriage. Pfffft! That's all I've done. It's difficult to be nice to someone who is so terrible to be around. I have done all I can do. My sympathy for him is running very very thin, just like my patience. I am going to swallow my pride and beg for help from everyone. I'm networking. That's all I can do. I am from Illinois so I if anyone out there has information to give I'd appreciate it. He's trying to drag me down, but I won't let him. I've come too far to go back now. Be proud of me, it's okay, I won't disappoint. I can't....

MS Word - print preview - sm - Posted By: sammypot

Don't know what I did, but when I "print preview" in a multipage document I now get two pages side-by-side instead of just a single page at a time.

If anyone can tell me how to change the setting, if that is what needs to be done, I would appreciate it.

Thank you

Websense - anyone familiar with? - Posted By: Liberated

Something called Websense has decided it is my own personal internet sentinel and blocks various websites. I don't know who/what this is and I have not authorized it to do so. Anyone know anything about it? How to get rid of it or shut it off?

what does BOS say about... - Posted By: anon

what does the book of style say about using 20s or twenties, 30s or thirties, etc? I was taught that either is acceptable because it is not an definite number.

How do you do it?

pay raise - Posted By: mt

I was wondering when it is appropriate to ask for a raise? I was thinking around my first year anniversary. Also, how much is usually given? Do they up .5 cpl or 1 CPL? Just curious.

IC vs SC vs Service continuation see sm.... - Posted By: Dawn

I was reading the posts below....I've been an MT for 14 years with 22 years of medical experience. I am working for less than 9 cpl on some of my accounts. I would love an explanation of what the difference is between IC and SC. I take work from another small company..they do not EMPLOY me nor do they offer me benefits but I have always assumed I was an IC in this case. In reality I am subcontracting from them as they do not pay any taxes or anything for me, right?

I would love tips on how to increase my production. The company I was working for lost my major account so I need to make some changes and would love to email with other MTs who could offer me some advice!

Thanks in advance!

Question. How many MTs sit and wait for work when companies overhire and there is not enough work - Posted By: NewMT

on your shift. Is this what these companies want for people to sit around and wait on work. As an IC, this probably doesnt amount to even close to minimum wage. What do you do in these cases of no work and sitting waiting for practically nothing to come in when obviously lots of others are doing the same thing. It actually almost seems as though you need to have 2 jobs to survive in this business really. I cant image how you can get the lines in they require. Crazy business this is.

Medware and Meridian? - Posted By: GAtrans

Anyone know anything about these companies. I'm currently working but really need to get at least a part-time job as our work is extremely slow and I get the feeling that they are losing the account that I currently work on. Any info is appreciated. Thanks.

I can't wait for school to start either, and I don't even HAVE kids!! nm - Posted By: neighborhood full of screaming, shrieking kids!

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Does anyone know a good psych website with terms, ect? - Posted By: aj

Thanks.

If you know the time of day you were born, sm - Posted By: Silly Pollster

please tell us, and if you are a day person or a night person. I was born at 11:50 a.m., and am very much a night person. I don't seem "with it" until noonish every day.

I've always wondered if our birth time might be indicative of what hours we function best (or whatever hours we prefer to function).

Let's see!!!

Private Psychiatrists - Posted By: tradmt

Does anyone know if private psychiatrists hire MTs and if so, would they use us for session notes etc...? I would like to transcribe private psychiatrists, but it doesn't seem like they really use MT's.

Anyone have a good source for Alabama doctors, where you can find them by just last name or a few le - Posted By: WS

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