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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MTSTARS!! - Posted By: NCMT

To Patti - Posted By: MSMT

I want to go out on my own but don't quite know where to begin. Please e-mail me. TIA.

Foot pedal Alternative - Posted By: michelle

is there an alternative to the traditional foot pedal? I know i could probably use the keyboard, but I am wondering about devices.

help needed on the word board! - Posted By: ty!

Not to change the subject but any info on Amphion? - Posted By: me

TIA

Website question - Posted By: Angela

I got a new computer not too long ago and made the mistake of not getting the web address of a city site I used and cannot remember the name of it. It was a website with all states and a list of all cities/towns. Does anybody know what I'm talking about? Thanks.

Anyone working on Bayscribe? - Posted By: shopaholic

I just started on this platform, after having worked on DocQScribe for years. I am looking for info about the Expander in Bayscribe. Do I have to use this expander or can I purchase my own, i.e. Shorthand, etc. and use it in conjunction with this program. Unless I'm not using it correctly, it didn't seem to convert all of my DocQScribe expansions to Bayscribe. I find it rather cumbersome to use and am thinking about purchasing my own expander. Any comments or suggestions?

AARP Info - Posted By: siren

I am wondering if any of you know anything about insurance through AARP membership? I have just been terminated from my place of employment after 15 years of service as the lead transcriptionists/supervisor for an in-house transcription department for a mental health facility. My place of employment is outsourcing all of the transcription to a service to save money (not having to pay us benefits, etc.)

My husband and I own our own business as well, so basically my husband is self-employed. I have always provided the insurance benefits, having this through my place of employment. Well, now guess what no benefits! The service that took over wants to hire me as well as the other four transcriptionists, which is cool, because we know these docs and therapists like the back of our hands.

Here's my situation, my insurance benefits that I have now are done on 08/31/07. The new benefits with the service will not be in effect for 90 days after beginning employment with the service, if that is what I decide to do. Their insurance benefits are higher, and the deductible is higher than what I pay now, and of course with a service, these benefits are a privilege really, not a benefit, because it is based on production, etc. to keep the benefits. COBRA is going to cost me $1,200.00 a month for the 90-days of coverage in between jobs. This is outrageous. I have been looking into other options as well.

My husband is 51 years old, do you think we could get insurance coverage cheaper through AARP. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Why was question about Healthcare Associated deleted? - Posted By: Tia

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Help with an older Lanier system - Posted By: Jody

I need to get an owner's manual for an older analog call-in system by Lanier. I believe it is called the voicewriter 650 model #P145. It is the one that has four microcassettes in a carousel on top that spins. I got it from a friend, but of course she can't find the manual and I don't know the functions and she can't remember all of them I have tried calling Lanier and they have given my like five different numbers and no one can seem to help and it is frustrating. So I thought someone on here might be familiar with the system or know how to get a manual or if there is one online. Thank you in advance for any help!

MTStars boards - Posted By: nn

What does the blinking yellow symbol on the MTStars communication boards indicate?

I am new to cardiology and wonder if there are - Posted By: any great reference sites anybody wants to share??

Thanks!

IC Business Insurance - Posted By: AB

I've been asked to provide general business insurance, not liability and errors and omissions (the company supplies that). In my 15 years as an MT working for several years on and off as an IC, I've never heard of it. My state does not require a business license either for where I live. I can understand the liability and errors and omissions, but does anyone know what "general business insurance" is and how does it differ from what's covered in my homeowner's policy.

Thanks for any help out there. AB

What is the FLAME? - Posted By: Terry

What does it mean when there is a flame next to your post?

Question about filing taxes- do I need W2 - Posted By: Susan

I got my W2 and accidentally shredded it. Tried to get from my company replacement and not getting anywhere there. My question is can I go back through my bank acct, find out exactly what I received and write it down and file or do I have to turn in an actual statement from the company? Anyone know? Thanks.

For those who started a new job before leaving current job - sm - Posted By: greenie

Any pointers on how you did this? I'm sure the answer is plain as day, but I can't figure it out...do you call in sick on the first day of the new account training and see how it goes? And if you're not sure after that, and keep working at the new account until you are sure, how do you handle both jobs? I don't mean to be dense, but this has always been a puzzle to me how you do it. Any tips? TIA

Hospitals that require remote transcriptionists - Posted By: WannabeRemoteMT

Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can tell me how to find hospitals that hire remote transcriptionists. I've been googling all morning, and I'm not having any luck. If anyone could point me in the right direction, I'd really appreciate it!

Dogs dying from 'miracle drug'. Heads up, doggie owners - Posted By: sm

Marketed as a miracle drug for man's best friend, Rimadyl is one of the most popular painkillers available for dogs. And it's killing dogs by the thousands.

Vince Sharkey was faced with the decision every pet owner dreads, whether to euthanize his beloved dog King Billy.

Arthritis and deteriorating bones made it too painful for the 8-year-old golden retriever to walk.

His veterinarian recommended putting the dog down.

"He had so much life in him. I said, 'I just can't do that'."

Then Sharkey discovered Rimadyl, a prescription anti-inflammatory drug heavily marketed to owners of older dogs. Sharkey says Rimadyl saved his dog's life.

"Before I had him on the Rimadyl he was not even able to walk. He would drag his back half of his body. The moment we got him on Rimadyl, he was back to being his normal self again.

But Lynne Bradburn tells a very different story.

Her Saint Bernard, Honor, was just 22 months old when he died after taking Rimadyl for a sprained knee.

"He'd been sitting in my lap. And he looked up at me, and he died," Bradburn said.

Honor died after taking just four doses of the drug.

"They tell you it's as safe as aspirin. But it's not. And yes, I'm angry. And I will always be angry," Bradburn said.

The FDA reports some 12,516 complaints about Rimadyl dating back to 1997, including more than 2,300 cases where the dog died or had to be euthanized. The largest number of cases involve liver or kidney failure or internal bleeding.

Rimadyl's manufacturer, Pfizer, maintains the drug is safe, saying some 10 million dogs have taken over a billion doses of the drug, with less than 1 percent of them experiencing any negative side effects.

"There are side effects just as there are benefits with all medicines, with all medical procedures and certainly with Rimadyl. The good news about Rimadyl is that for the overwhelming majority of those 10 million dogs, plus, it has provided safe and effective pain relief," said Pfizer spokesman Robert Fauteux.

But the FDA approved Rimadyl after it was tested on just 549 dogs, raising the question, were the rest of the dogs that took the drug acting as guinea pigs?

Retired veterinarian turned attorney Paul Mabrey says a drug for humans would never be allowed on the market with such a small sample.

In response to continued concerns about the drug, Pfizer sent a letter to veterinarians across the country warning them that some side effects may "occur without warning" and, in rare situations may result in "hospitalization or even death."

Still, veterinarians continue prescribing Rimadyl more than any other drug in its class. But they're careful to warn dog owners looking for a miracle cure.

"There's a lot of people that want the medication not fully aware of everything that's entailed with that but we make sure to do everything we can to educate before they go on the medication," said Dr. Deborah Feltz, a the Elliott Bay Animal Hospital.

It's a warning echoed by those who know first hand what happens when a miracle drug proves imperfect.

C-Phone Manual - Posted By: Megan

Does anyone have a CPhone manual? I have found where I can buy one but I was hoping that someone might have one here they might email me.. Money is on the tight side.

Am just now getting back into transcription after a short period away from it and I can't remember all the darn programming and keys.. LOL

2:55 am Only 1 miner survived! - Posted By: MQ'r

Now they have confirmed that only the 1 young miner survived and he is in critical condition. This just is a horrible tragedy on tragedy with these families being so elated for hours.

Now more than ever, these families need as many prayers as possible to get through this horrible tragedy.

Gag order on employees-Is This Legal? - Posted By: Message From The Company Board

From the company board... Is this legal? To have a gag order on employees?

Here is the link: http://forum.mtstars.com/company/v/1/4575.html

Call a recruiter. No new employee can tell you this and let me tell you why...

There is a very specific, fairly new paragraph in the information that new hires are sent: If you talk about your salary, you can be terminated.

Salary is dependent on your test scores, your interview, the account you'll be on, and your experience. It differs for everyone, and it is competitve with other MTSOs. Your best bet is to call, or email, a recruiter. Their information can be found on MT Jobs, MT Stars, and MT Desk in their weekly ads.

Best of luck in your job search!

I need a 2nd Job!!!! Any advice? - Posted By: meagan

I am working at Focus, whoI really enjoy working for, but I am looking for a second part-time job to supplement for the lack of income and hopefully get some health insurance. Does anyone have any advice as to which companies are the best. I have almost two years' experience so far. Thanks

Two jobs? - Posted By: mom-CMT

I am wondering if it is possible to work for another company part time (approximately 15 hours a week) and still have a regular 40 hour a week job. I am on the verge of splitting up with my husband of 13 years. I know he will carry the kids on his insurance, but I don't know how the child support thing will work. I want to give the kids a few "extras" and I was hoping maybe this might be an option. The problem is the computer I have belongs to the company I work for. Any suggestions appreciated.

Does anyone have their earphones plugged into their tower instead of speakers?? (sm) - Posted By: Thank you!

I have a coworker who does not have an earphone plug-in on her speakers but she does on her tower. Does anyone know how to configure this to be able to hear through her earphones when plugged into the tower? Thank you in advance.

Is it too much to ask... - Posted By: Not appreciated....

Family has been having financial troubles the past few months so I took on more work. As I am the only one in the family that is able to find extra work to pay off debts, is it too much to ask if the rest of the family (teenage daughter and preteen son and husband) pick up the slack on the household duties. I have never asked them to do much other than their own messes. I usually do all the major cleaning and all the major cooking (even baking for THEM to give as gifts this Christmas). Since I took on extra, my house is falling apart. I have no relaxation time, even if I try to just sit down, I can't relax if I have to look at the mess. Has anyone ever been able to just sit back for a week and let family and house fend for themselves in hopes they would have some awakening as to the stress I'm under. All of this and the holidays are stressing me out.

shorthand help - Posted By: frustrated

Can anyone tell me how to ipunt bold in my ShortHand files, i.e. I want PMH to be bolded when I type in my shortcut for it. If I am on the wrong board, please direct me.

Thanks

Which are the best transcription school? - Posted By: Interested

Please help on depression board. I put the link inside. - Posted By: Thanks

Electronic medical records...Is there an option out there for MTSO's SM - Posted By: AzMT

I'm wondering if there is a program out there that allows a small MTSO to provide EMR to a clinic of three physicians.

I'm looking for a web-based transcription program that allows me to send/receive dictation on the web and that allows them to access the finished records via the web.

Any ideas? TIA

I'l asked before, but guess I wasn't clear ... sm - Posted By: Technically challenged MT

Does anyone know -- is there some type of attachment or whatever you can get for your cell phone that allows you to plug in your C-phone and make calls that way?

Thanks so much!

Relocating to Lilburn, GA in September, anyone like to share about your city. - Posted By: delores

I understand Comcast is the cable company- Which is more reliable DSL or Cable internet service. Anything else you would like to share about that area of Georgia would be appreciated. Temporarily relocating to help out family member. I'm from Alabama.

What a Sham, I mean SCAM - Posted By: catsxoxo

"Med Workshops is a national Medical Transcription School. We provide home-based medical transcription training to students from all over the nation. All of our students study at home in order to be placed in a Work-from-Home Job in Medical Transcription. We�ve placed 100% of our graduates in home-based jobs since 1996. "

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does anyone know if it makes any difference....sm - Posted By: Aunt Bea

being a statuatory employee, if someone can still garnishee your wages. I know very little about this type of thing. I was threatened with this today, was told that my company had already been contacted and I am livid, because they have not give me an opportunity to set up a payment plan.

To sandy54...any news on Boo? Thinking about you both :) - Posted By: JoH

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Printer question, help! - Posted By: Liz

I know many of you may not even print at home, but I have to, and I'm running into a big problem with my new laser printer getting jammed up by the sticky paper. It's a Samsung ML-2510. I'm having to feed the paper one page at a time in order to get it to go through.

Are there any good brands/types that work well with the sticky paper?

I was using my inkjet printer, which took the paper fine, but the cartridge was running out in about a week's time, and I couln't afford to buy a new one once a week.

Ideas?

Informatix - Posted By: Deb

A doctor's office is using Informatix program for their electronic record program. Does any IC use this program and how is the pay rate determined? Thanks!

EXText - Posted By: BooBoo

Can anyone tell me what companies use the Dictaphone EXText platform? TIA

Anyone CURRENTLY working inhouse in the Atlanta area that can tell me the going rate of pay? SM - Posted By: This Message - the smileys are in there. NM

I'm really just interested in people who are actually working NOW and what they're making NOW - not speculation from service managers as to what they think they might be making.

I am considering going back in house for the benefits but if there is just absolutely no comparison to what I make now as far as pay, I don't even want to start wasting my time. Thanks to those who can help!!

Template in Word - Posted By: sparky

My company sent me a template. How do I convert that and save it in Word so I don't have to retype it all the time?

Obama's plan to implement EMR - Posted By: Stephanie

What do my fellow MTs think about Obama's ambitious plan to implement EMR throughout the US? I had 1 person tell me that means there will not be a need anymore for transcriptionists as physicians/nurses will just input information and create a medical record themselves. Part of me disagrees with this as the work I do is an EMR.

In the market for a new computer - - Posted By: any suggestions? -sm

I will not buy MS Vista - I hear it's a nightmare. TIA

Taking a poll. What would you do? See inside. - Posted By: MTSO

I have a client group who have just changed their template as they merged with another group. Now there are 17 doctors plus all the PA, APRN and PA-Cs listed on the template, which totals 14 lines (65 character) before I even start typing their reports. Before it was something like 6 or 7 lines on the template. This will probably add up to a substantial amount extra for these extra lines that they will be paying. Would you take any $ off or figure the line rate some other way to deduct the extra 14 lines or would you just go with it?

need help on style board, please, anyone.... - Posted By: donna NM

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How much time are you willing to spend testing? - Posted By: Msla MT

I'm not willing to spend more than 30 minutes or so testing for a company. I've seen a few that are well over an hour.

PC Anywhere - Posted By: TD

Has any one every used this software? I am going on vacation for a couple of days and trying to figure how I am going to try to get my work done away from home. We are digital and tranfer files back and forth through a FTP site.

I have got a laptop, keyboard, mouse, carrying case? Now what?

Thanks

RPL National average - Posted By: Tiffany

I am an IC working out of my home. I deliver and pick up everyday and provide a 24-hour turn-a-round, is there a national average rate per line??? Any resources would be helpful. I currently charge .12 per line, but with the cost of gas and the amount of time I spend delivering,I don't think it's worth it... Any comments? Seems like RPL has been at a stagnant rate for years... I am experienced.

My present dictator - Posted By: one of those days

She underwent the above procedures without difficulty. period. ummm period. She ummm period. She ummm

I think its time for a break already

UPDATE RE: D&L TYPING SERVICE!!! - Posted By: Unhappy

So, thus far NONE of us transcriptionists, ICs and employees alike, have received pay from D&L. We have had the PA Labor and Industry Board on their asses - they received over 40 complaints about D&L in a 24-hour period. The owners are saying now that they are going to have everyone's checks sent by week's end...the COUNTLESS people who had bounced checks from D&L first, the employees second, and us ICs third. IF ANY OF YOU HAVE SEEN THEIR ADS AND APPLIED, BEWARE!!! THEY REGULARLY BOUNCE CHECKS, THEY DON'T PAY YOU FOR YOUR WORK, AND THEY LIE AND CHEAT PEOPLE OUT OF THEIR MONEY. After all the negative messages posted here and elsewhere about this company, if you read this and still go to work for D&L, you deserve to get screwed as badly as you most assuredly will.

Thought I'd heard/done it all. This is nuts!! sm - Posted By: Sending this doc an iPOD!!

Doc comes on and I thought he had a poor connection or something because his voice is shaking... he says, "Sorry, I'm jogging and I'm a little out of breath..."

JOGGING WHILE DICTATING!!!???

Needless to say, I'm not enjoying this dictation.

Long report too... he's a cardiologist... lol... maybe explains the jogging...

Okay, just had to vent. Back to work.

Are Smartype and Intellicomplete - Posted By: the same thing?

If Smartype had a free trial I would try it out. Since it doesn't I am trying Intellicomplete. It has medical words that comes with it and a free trial. It also has a little box with with suggestions in it that pops up by your cursor. Isn't this what Smartype does too?