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someone dictating for him - Posted By: another dictator

here is one for the books - have a sub-intern dictating for attending - dictates the following - "Dr. _____ states that the patient has a history of "what did he say "quinaquina" failure.. I am not sure if that is the correct spelling."

well he would not - it is chronic renal failure. Now why is he even trying????? - thankfully at the end of the report the attending who apparently was sitting next to him by this point, corrected him when he dictated it again. I give up.

Can someone please explain how a skutch box works? Thanks - Posted By: nm

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What would you do - Posted By: in this instance.

What if you were typing reports for the local clinic and low and behold the patient being dictated on was your own family physician and she is being worked up for CA. Would you stop in your tracks and ask that another MT type it? Or just type it and keep my mouth shut?

Just curious here.

1st time here sm - Posted By: Joanie

This is my first time here - Do I have to post my email address EVERY time I post a question? Just wondering.

Training on secondary accounts. Can you refuse? - Posted By: How to do this properly?

I have a great primary account. I realize I need a secondary for slow times but the secondary account blows big time. It is laborious (many fields, special requirements that are tedious, etc.). Can I say, "No, but thanks." I reach my required line count with what I have on the primary account even though I am not working a full eight hours. I have taken on a PT job and just fill in empty space by turning around and typing on the other computer when it gets slow.

Any feedback or advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

I'm trying to wean myself from my 1 cup of coffee in the mornings. Is there any type of - Posted By: MLS

type of natural stimulant out there that I can replace it with. It seems I have to have my cup of coffee (and read these boards) before starting work in the mornings.

Sony M2000 transcriber question - Posted By: petuniaann

Just bought a Sony M2000 microcassette transcriber from Goodwill for $6.99 with all accessories. (buy of the year!!) Can someone tell me how to erase tapes? I currently use a Panasonic, so I'm not quite sure how it works. I'm sure the answer is right in front of my eyes. Thanks alot!!

ergonomics question - Posted By: Rebecca S.

Hi all...

For those of you who have been doing this awhile, what have you found to be the best practice for avoiding back pain while sitting? Should your arms be resting while you type, or should they dangle by your sides?

Also, can anyone recommend a good chair for sitting for long periods of time?

TIA

Does anyone suppose that with all the advances in technology that - Posted By: satellite MT

there might be some more companies willing to take those MT's who only have satellite in the future? There are so few now. Really limits a person's options. Wadyathink?

MTSO's - any response??

You know you're short when... - Posted By: vertically challenged

My boyfried recently bought me a new office chair for my birthday. I was very happy as I desperately needed one. The funny thing is that even with the chair all the way down, my feet wouldn't touch the floor...LOL. My toes touched the floor, and I could still manage to push the foot pedal, but it was killing my knees after sitting for long periods from the stress of my legs just "hanging" there. So, my boyfriend build me a very nice platform that is about 4-inches high that sits under my desk. My feet rest on it as well as the pedal. I'm 5'3". I know I'm no amazon, but I didn't think I was THAT short...LOL. Guess I was wrong.

It never fails to amaze me - Posted By: Concetta25

It never fails to amaze me that there are so many MTs out there willing to post nothing but negatives about their current and/or previous employers. No matter what company one works for, there will be positives and negatives. Maybe if we all take the positives and focus on them, we will find that the negatives are easier to deal with.

drug help=Zenicart - Posted By: glowen

Has anyone heard of Zenicart, a cardioprotective drug?

Need guacamole recipe please - Posted By: Have 5 ripe avacodoes

The avacodoes have about 24 hours to live so I may as well use them for something. I have found a few recipes for guacomole but wonder if you guys have an outstanding recipe (easy one) to share.

If you use LecStar as your home/business phone service read this....sm - Posted By: Consumer guru

They had a judge sign a Chapter 7 bankruptcy order on 10/2 and have begun cutting off phone service to residental and business customers. I found out about this when I attempted to make a long distance call today (I had the unlimited long distance home phone plan) and got notification that I had no long distance service available. Upon calling them the representative told me that they're working on cutting phone service to everyone and at any time I could lose service. I've called the "mega" phone service for my area, BellSouth, and signed up to switch hopefully before the line is disconnected by LecStar.

Interestingly I had signed up for their service through a cooperation they had with my power company. The power company just found out yesterday about the bankruptcy and services starting to be cut off and is in the process now of calling every power company customer who had phone service with LecStar and telling them what is happening so that hopefully no one else will be caught off guard with a disconnected phone service.

Word help - Posted By: sammypot

Not at all sure what happened, but when in Word with several documents opened I no longer get "doc 1", "doc 2", "doc 3" on the bottom task bar. I have to use the alt tab function to switch from screen to screen.

Also, on my desktop the Windows emblem and all the icons that were along the bottom of the screen are now in a vertical column on the left side of the screen.

I am not good at figuring things like this out and if anyone has any ideas they would be most welcome.

Thank you.

CMT pass score - Posted By: Kris

Can anyone tell me what is the score required to pass the CMT exam?

What do I charge for a new account? - Posted By: Tonya

I currently work as an IC...I am thinking about branching out on my own, but what do I charge per 65 char line...I know I am paid .07 to .09 cents per 65 char line as an IC, but Im not sure what to charge as a new client so that if necessary I can farm work out and still make a profit. I hope someone can give me an idea...I am in WV and I do know that it varies throughout the country but I just do not want to over price or undercut myself. ANY help you guys can give me would be great. Thanks.

Question re ExText - Posted By: Olive Oyl

Even though ExText is a word-based program, I have not been able to use the control spacebar feature to keep 2 words together at the end of a line. Ex. Dr. Smith, or a month together with the date. No one seems to know the answer to this question. Please help.

TIA

General MT questions - Posted By: MTgirl

Recently, I was asked the following questions by a friend who is helping to revamp a medical transcription course. These questions are also asked by individuals who might be interested in medical transcription and are posed at seminars.

I would appreciate your input if you would be so kind. Also, what is the industry-wide expectation on required number of lines per day and number of minutes per day (8-hour day).

1. On average, how long does it take a medical Transcriptionist to produce 1 hour of dictation?

2. Besides Word, is it essential for transcriptionists to purchase any of the transcription software that�s available?

3. Is it common for doctors to transcribe into templates, which eliminates the need for medical transcriptionists?

4. How many lines an hour should an average MT be typing?

Thanks I appreciate any and all input.

I need a shoulder to cry on as I feel I'm - Posted By: getting depressed

1. I can't make my lines and lose my FT status.

2. My self-employed husband goes for open heart surgery. Thankfully, he's doing good, but the insurance only paid 1/4 of the hospital and doctor bills, even though it states up to $100,000 per event. They refused to pay the ambulance, didn't pay the doctors at all, and only paid the hospital 1/4 of what they charged. Why bother to pay for health insurance if they're going to renege (sic) on their agreement?

3. My credit rating has gone from excellent to fair since I am the only one working. I can't pay all the bills now until my husband goes back to work and then we have to wait 5 weeks for a paycheck from him. In the meantime, his truck payment, 2 mortgages 1st & 2nd, truck insurance, etc. must be paid to the tune of $3500 a month. I don't make that much a month plus I need another $500 for utilities and $1000 for life, health, disability insurance.

4. His brakes failed on his pickup when he was coming down our hill. Thankfully, he has the knowledge as a big truck driver, so he was not injured.

5. I decided to sell some extra things I have around here to make some money to help. I screwed it up and now am afraid to try again. Yet I have a houseful of "trinkets" to sell. I'm even thinking about selling some of our antique furniture, but am afraid I'll get ripped off.

This has not been a good year. I am trying not to break down in front of hubby, but I'm having a hard time keeping back the tears today..

Thinking of trying to make a change... - Posted By: NewBMT

I've been working now for nearly a year. Mostly I have done podiatry and clinic notes. I'm thinking of making a change to radiology or neuro/phsyc. Any tips on how to do this? I know podiatry terms and rarely have to look anything up anymore, but there doesn't seem to be much work out there for the subspecialty. Any advice would be great. I've been applying to every ad I see, but no replies yet.

I know a lot of new MTs go into acute care, but I'm finding I am far more productive working with one specialty rather than acute care or clinic notes.

Any advice? Thanks.

Oh, working in-office isn't an option because of where I live.

generics - Posted By: Meddy

anyone know of a website for generic drugs? THANKS VERY MUCH.

Who loves working weekends? - Posted By: MTMommy

I DON'T!!!!!

1099 tax forms - Posted By: es

Does anyone out there who is an IC know of the deadline date for the 1099 forms to be sent out via "employer"? As a special input, I did some research on what deciphers an employer-employee versus employer-independent contractor. In summay there were 20 points made and I fit all criteria of being an "employee" instead of classified as "independent contractor" per the IRS. I am considering filing the "SS-8" form with the IRS, which is a form for the IRS to give their input on the employer-independent contractor issue to determine how I really should be classified. The way I see it, my employer refers to me as an IC because it simply benefits her, and on the otherhand, it does nothing for me except harm. I am making 9 cents a line, cut back from 10 cents a line a few couple months ago, and have am offered no benefits whatsoever. This happens to be one main point that the IRS displays as I would really be classifed an employee as my employer has control of my pay. Just thought this was an interesting fact to point out to all as it is something I was not aware of until today upon doing self investigation into it.

Here is why they're trying to force 'certification' - Posted By: In a NUTSHELL - (sm)

Because we MTs are starting to get wise to them. U.S. MTs began to realize that a CMT was getting them NOTHING. And I think when U.S. membership started to slow to a trickle, that's when they started going after the Indian MTs. (For the sole purpose of course, of making money off of THEM, too). And then of course they'd have another selling point for their offshore workers when trying to sell hospitals on the idea, saying all or most of their offshore workforce is credentialled, but the U.S. MTs are not. So who knows - maybe the Indians have caught on to this con game, as well. After all, they can read these boards, too. So now that we've gotten wise, they're gonna try to FORCE MTs to get their certification. I for one will never give them one cent of my hard-earned income for some useless letters behind my name.

BEST WORD EXPANDER - Posted By: CB

Need to purchase a word Expander and wanted to get opinions on which is best. Can't afford a very expensive one right now. Any suggestions?

Question about CMT and VR - Posted By: thinking about CMT

There's a push by some MTSOs to get the CMT certification, but my question is this: Would it really be feasible for the MT to spend all that money on the test along with time/money for continuing education credits for recertification if VR and electronic charting are the future for MTs? If all we're going to be doing is reading and correcting for less money and everyone is adamant about the "writing on the wall", why are some MTSOs encouraging CMT status? Is it smoke and mirrors or will it hold more weight in the future?

ESL Doctor Suggestions - Posted By: luv2type

I don't know if this will help or not, but.... in my experience I've had two occasions where: 1) I told physician to please "spell" drug names, as I was having a hard time - and he did. 2) We asked another doctor to please say his numbers, ex. 2.0 (2-O) or ejection fraction 50% (5 -O-%). If you are already familiar with the dictator, but are just having trouble with certain things, then sometimes the physician is willing to help. I hope this makes sense. It is sometimes worth a try to explain to your superiors that if the physician could do just one small thing, they could then pass it on to the physician in a kind way.

Offering E-Signature to a Client - Posted By: David

Hi,

Does anyone know about offernig E-Signature to a client? Is there a way to do it easily, on your own -- I mean, instead of signing up with a big company like Vianeta or Bayscribe to handle all of the reports you type and want to send to a client.

Or... If that's the only way to go - through a big company - are there any big companies that are economical if you just have 1-2 doctor clients? I know some of those companies charge like $5,000 as a set up fee. Thank you.

Dave

I mean, I'm sure you can do it

Thinking of starting MT - Posted By: ra11en

I'm contemplating becoming a MT. My computer skills, not just typing, are top notch. I already work full time as an engineer for one of the #1 computer corporations, and a friend suggested I look into MT when he noticed my typing speed. I've started to look into it but there is soooo much information that I'm not sure where to start, and even if I should start.

Anyone else's experience / suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I've seen countless ads for online training, train at home, college courses, etc. and I'm a bit overwhelmed. I'm looking to do this part time just to make some extra cash. I am in no way looking for a new career - I already have a very fulfilling one. Any suggestions on how to start?? Is it steady work??

Softscript - Posted By: Miryam Knackstadt

Hi ladies and gents,

I would like to know more about Softscript, so far I passed the test for a QA position and will have my interview today, but the Recruiter's messages sound very rude.

I have a good job right now although I am running out of work frequently. Any opinions welcome. Miryam.

SoftScript paycheck late again?!! - Posted By: loveNY

Any other SS employees get their paycheck? Mine is late again! And I have direct deposit- so sick of this. Why do I stay!! aagghh

Here's a sad story from Atlanta today....sm - Posted By: Georgia Gal

A couple left their 2-year-old son with friends while they were at the hospital having their 2nd child last night. The 2-year-old somehow or another got out of the apartment of the friends he was left in, wandered into a road and was hit by a car. The car didn't stop and when the friends he was left with discovered him missing at 4 a.m. they called the police. Searches found the boy critically injured by the side of the road and he subsequently died a few hours later at the children's hospital.

I can't even begin to imagine the grief of the couple having a baby the same day their child is killed.

The police are working hard to identify the vehicle that hit the child as there are car parts left around. I hope they find that person!

MALE MT or FEMALE MT? - Posted By: LITTLE MT

Who is better in the Medical Transcription? Men or women medical transcriptionists. I believe it has been a debate throughout decades who is better in this industry. Regardless of Race and regardless of Age. Let the battle begin... (hey its just for fun) .

State your side: Age sex Location. No names Pls. and comments. Maybe Footonmyneck, SUN, Cheeseburger, Proud to be Indian, and the entire MT Stars gang can start it up. Its better than talking about outsourcing and MQ for a change.

Bagism, anyone? - Posted By: Grrrr

I think John & Yoko were on to something when they came up with the idea of "bagism" - all of us should wear bags completely covering our bodies to prevent people from judging you by appearance. I think that is what we need today, how 'bout U?

Does anyone eat out a lot. I don't like to cook but am bored with the same old fast food. - Posted By: Tired of my own cooking.

Got any places not too expensive where I can get food to go. To go is the key. Bored with McDonalds, Wendys, Burger King, delivery pizza. (Boston Market?)

Thanks.

American Idol Results.....SOON - Posted By: My2Cents

The results are in............who is leaving American Idol tonight? We will know in about 30 minutes from now. My feeling is that either Kevin or Kellie are going home tonight......I like Kellie, but she really doesn't have the voice like the others, and Kevin, well, he speaks for himself - CHICKEN LITTLE - LOLOLOLOL!

I see it coming down to Chris and Kathryn!!!!!!!!

Letter Keys are locked on keyboard - Posted By: keys across top work for e-mail,etc.

Does anyone know of a string of keys that could have been hit to lock up the letter keys and not the other keys? this is a Logitech cordless keyboard. If anyone has any ideas, I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks!

Medicolegal board? - Posted By: gaffy

Someone told me there was one on MTStars. Just do not see where it may be. Can someone point the way? Thanks much!

Big Brother 6 is OVER! - Posted By: kyradmt

And Maggie the nurse won the $500,000. I shall miss those peeps...

Sciatal anesthsia - Posted By: Tara

This is dictated in the ROS. I thought at first it was sciatal anesthesia (the chief complaint is back pain) but I can't find it. Any ideas?

Question for those who have had VBG and/or gastric bypass surgery... - Posted By: Mimi

I had VBG surgery some 4-1/2 years ago (which was a failure) and am suffering from continued regurgitation from getting clogged since the surgery. In the past couple of months I've developed regurg and some episodes of moderate to debilitating pain which may be esophageal spasms (per my PCP). He's sending me to a GI, but I haven't made the appointment yet. Anyway, my question is this...If you've had a bypass, do you have problems with getting "clogged"? How about regurg?

to TTTC.... - Posted By: tired fingers

if you still have the InstantText, please email me so we can discuss a price.

Thank you!!

Thinking of getting into MT @ home, please help! - Posted By: mmll

Hello Everyone!

I am thinking of getting into MT at home and going through the Career Step Platinum Program to get started.

I have no clue if I am doing the right thing, I have researched and sometimes it seems like it's a good career choice and sometimes not!!

I see both the pros and cons posted in various places.

I suppose I worry about outsourcing and having voice recognition take over so that no one will need transcriptionists anymore

Does anyone use voice recog. to aid them in their transcription? It would seem like a quicker way to get things done, but remember I am starting at square one here wiht very little info and would appreciate ANY and ALL that someone could give me!!

Thank you in advance!

The ad above for Naukri is a Google ad & is not allowed on this site. It has been added to our - Posted By: Administrator (sm)

our Google filter, however it takes about 4 to 6 hours for it to be removed. We have no control what Google ads appear, but we can filter them out.

Only US MTSOs whether they outsource offshore or not can post on MTStars, however offshore services and offshore job banks cannot.

Need help with a question - Posted By: Carla

I have a question regarding how many lines per hour does the average Transcriptionist type. I found 150-250 lines, but am wondering if this is correct. Is there a site that I can go to find this information. Thanks Carla

Why on earth are c-phones so expensive? - Posted By: sm

Any ideas on where to find a c-phone for less?

TIA.

I've lost my note about where to buy ear bud covers (sm) - Posted By: quietmoods

I've seen posted here before but can't find where I made a note of it. Were can you get the ear bud covers that fit over the little rounded ear buds that companies usually supply. Mine are so dead I finally threw them away. I've washed them so often they are in pieces. I saw where you could buy a set of 12 but now can't find it. Anyone out there have a clue? I'd truly appreciate your letting me know where. Thanks loads and have a great productive day (if you have to work like I do).

Someone please tell me what I need to change in NAV to get the left sided links back for the forums - Posted By: At Home MT

I found over the w/e if I disable my Norton Internet Security and go to Tools, Internet Options, Delete Files and click on Delete All Off Line Content, and choose ok, I can get the links back on the left (in the blue area) but they won't stay. I assume I need to change something in Norton's Internet Security, but what?? Does anyone know? I have tried lots of things and can't seem to find what it is that will make this a permanent change as it won't stay this way.

Please help. TIA.

Does anyone have any info on WinScribe Dictation System?? Not a transcription program but a digital - Posted By: dictation system. Thanks!!!

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