Archive for June, 2009

Bits and Pieces

The XY Files in an MT World Go to Source Here are some of the happenings in the world of medical transcription as of late: MedQuist/AHDI Settlement Update According to the AHDI website , the free program offerings for eligible members of the MedQuist settlement class are anticipated to become…(read more)

Technology in the Classroom

HIM Transitions Go to Source The online teaching environment requires the use of techniques to enhance the learning experience for students. It is easy for students to get bored with the material being presented during class. Unlike the traditional classroom I cannot see that some…(read more)

Are YOU a Weekend Warrior?

MT Connections Go to Source I have recently found a sport that is perfect for my age – or your age! Catch your interest? I will tell you in a minute….. For years I have been involved in sports – basketball, baseball, soccer, ice hockey, lacrosse, track, cross country marathon…(read more)

Malicious Use of PHI Lands Woman in Jail

ADVANCE Perspective: HIM Go to Source In a strange case of Internet harassment involving personal health information (PHI), a woman finds herself facing a year in prison for what a judge called “egregious” behavior, according to the Honolulu Advertiser. Rhonda Wong-Fernandez was sent immediately…(read more)

Focus on Your Talents!

MT Connections Go to Source A few weeks ago I attended the Pennsylvania Health Information Management Association 71 st Annual Meeting in State College, PA. One of the speakers, Paula Lawlor, RHIT, spoke about discovering our strengths and learning how and why to develop those strengths…(read more)