In today’s technologically dependent business world, the collection of sensitive consumer information comes with the need for added data security. It’s the responsibility of claims departments utilizing insurance transcription services to only use appropriately vetted vendors. But what matters, what should…
Outsourcing can reduce costs, but getting the most value out of your insurance transcription vendor requires effort from both parties. Whether your company already outsources insurance transcription or you are considering doing so, the following tips will help you get the…
For any transcriptionist, accuracy and speed are paramount to your success. You can develop these skills on the job, but you risk compromising quality. Regularly devoting time to skill improvement is the best way to reliably improve your typing skills.…
If you’re a transcriptionist, there’s a good chance you find yourself correcting everyone else’s grammar. But you just can’t help yourself, can you? Hey, the fact that incorrect grammar and spelling irks us is what makes us good at…
How to Start Transcribing with a Text Expander Recently, we surveyed several hundred transcriptionists on their usage of text expanders and, to our surprise, discovered that only about 70 percent use text expansion. If you’re not familiar with text expanders…
When it comes to work-from-home transcription jobs, what makes a good fit for one person might be, well, a terrible fit for YOU. This is why it’s so important to do your homework before accepting a job offer or new…
When it comes to including recorded statement transcription as part of a company’s claims process, it is important to know which style of transcription a company provides and what their accountability standard is for their transcribers. Understanding what the process…
Are you damaging your eyes when you transcribe? As a transcriptionist, you spend hours staring at your computer monitor without even thinking about the potential health consequences. You’re too laser-focused on listening and transcribing the right information. But while your…
Freelancing can be a dream come true or one of the most hair-raising experiences you’ll ever have. On one hand you are your own boss, you make your own schedule, your income is limited only by your own efforts, and…
Time is money, and when you work from home, time is almost as good as gold. Time to be productive and stay focused. Time to get all your household to-dos done. Time to pay attention to loved ones. Time to get…
