Types of Medical Typing
Medical typing encompasses several specific types of documentation and transcription services in the healthcare field. Here are the main types:
Medical Transcription
Converting voice recordings from healthcare professionals into written text, including notes, reports, and summaries.
Patient History and Physical Examination Reports
Typing detailed accounts of patient histories and findings from physical examinations.
Operative Reports
Documenting surgical procedures, including pre-operative and post-operative details.
Consultation Reports
Preparing reports based on consultations with specialists or secondary evaluations.
Discharge Summaries
Typing summaries for patients at the time of discharge, outlining their treatment, medications, and follow-up care.
Radiology Reports
Transcribing and formatting reports from radiologists regarding imaging studies like X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans.