writing axis numbers

This is one of the endless list of reasons why I get so fed up with Benchmark and so called "rules". Forever I was always taught to write out numbers 1-10 in text; but then Benchmark guidelines (and MQ followed thereafter) that we were to use numeric nomenclature; that is unless the two (or is it 2) numbers appeared next to each other. So all you 300 lph people who say they are 100% accurate on their reports, what IS the correct way now? I just got ...

Can someone tell me the correct way to type the Axis I through Axis V diagnoses part of an eval/progress note? I need to know the spacing, tabbing and punctuation. For example: Axis I: 315.00 Reading disorder Axis II: V71.09 No diagnosis on Axis III: Axis IV: &nbs ...

Under the diagnosis heading, in Axis V: GAF 58 (s/l atron durations). Does anyone know what he could be saying? ...

Axis III diagnosis, sounds like: History of left "corioma" of uncertain clinical significance. any help is appreciated. ...

I cannot find anything to tell me whether it is axis or axes. I believe its axis, but just not sure. The sentence reads. The corneal limbus was marked for 35 degrees superiorly and inferiorly along the 075-degree axis. ...

I'm typing an op report for a shoulder mass excision, and I'm not sure which word the doc is saying... The planned oblique skin incision along the longitudinal axis (or access?) of the mass was sterilely infiltrated with 1% Carbocaine solution and the skin incision made. I'm assuming axis, but not 100% confident. Thanks! ...

multiple myeloma with high-risk cytogenetics (_____ 1q25). ...

says, "eighteen slash ten slash three four," and I am not sure how to transcribe the last part. I am a long-time transcriptionist but have never heard the measurements given that way, so any help from you cardiology gurus would be much appreciated. Thanks. ...

It sounds like the doc is saying "There is symphony sparing of the visual axis" Any suggestions or is this correct? ...

"The resected surfaces are coapted, and 0 degree mechanical axis has been achieved." This is a knee replacement, and he says this twice. Do you think he is saying axis or access? thanks! ...

Greetings, I recently got a gig for Psychiatric clinic and I am a little confused as to the accepted formatting for DSM diagnoses under AXIS I... Here is what I have been doing, and it's different from examples I've seen online... I'm thinking I learned my current style from either CareerStep or working for Nuance; however, I'm not sure... My clinic doesn't really have any concrete formatting guidelines, but I want to be using best practices nonetheless. &nbs ...

Mental status review, axis I diagnosis sounds like "frontal auget disorder, mild" or "formal augete disorder, mild?" I could be way off but that is what it sounds like??? Any help??? Thanks! ...

what is the correct way to write prn? I seen it as prn, PRN, and p.r.n.? ...

Does anyone know about the field of technical writing? It seems like it would be a logical next step for us. Just wonder if anyone knows how hard it would be to get into that field, do you get to work at home, and so on. I'm 50 years old and wonder if its just too late for a career change, but doing this MT/editing stuff for the next 15 years. . . ???? ...

I don't write essays very well, but this could get interesting. I'm mostly interested in the "How I Do It" essay. Maybe I could learn how to do this more efficiently...I don't particularly want to be mentored, so reading an essay might give me some better ideas. ...

Doctor dictated: Start time: 03/21/2012, 091446. What would be the correct way to write the time portion? ...

Okay, so I know what has been happening the past few months, but since it didn't affect me directly, I just kinda put it out of my mind. But since the first of the month, my BOB is out of work during my shift (late afternoon/early evening). This has never happened before. Wondering if it is because daytime people are switching to later hours or my work is going overseas? Not NJA yet, just unfamiliar work for the majority of my shift. If this is how it's go ...

Okay doctor states "white count is 13.8 thousand" Any input on how that should be written? Looks so strange to me. Thanks peeps :) ...

Eye exam - pt has a large s/l tha ridge an encroaching upon the visual axis of the left side. This will be repaired by s/l bicuspid allister technique...? ...

Doctor says: G2, P2-0-0-2. How would it be written out? Do I have the format correct, or would it be: G2, P 2-0-0-2? ...

I just took the online training today and did my first reports using 6.1. The writing is definitely on the wall. They are on their way to eliminating the need for MT's. It's just a matter of time. We are tightening our own noose every time we edit one of those reports. This is definitely a catch-22. ...

descriptive narrative for the MTs who have or will be leaving this company, to go along with the ones we recieve when the VP and such leave. I mean really..we need to be ackowledged for our committment, dedication, accomplishments, etc. Sarcasim is encouraged! ...

When writing a medication list do I put commas? 1. Xanax 1 mg dispensed #64 sig one tablet three times a day no refills. 2. Prozac 40 mg #30 sig one tablet daily no refills. 3. Stelazine 2 mg #60 sig one tablet twice a day with no refills. ...

Nuance is stating that they are unable to put their new compensation/incentive program in writing because it is "propriety information." Is that even legal? Don't you have the right to have your compensation in writing? ...

He has been _________ down his diabetes in a staggered fashion now and is doing fairly well there. He comes in with a high blood pressure which is improved after repeat check. ...

Not necessarily pen and paper, but I saw where one can email the President. I don't know if anyone has done this or not regarding the sad state of affairs our profession has become, but it might be worth a try. I will do it even if no one else does. I mean, what could it hurt? Of course, it would be in a respectful way and all. Otherwise, I will see the men in the dark suits at my door. I will explain about what it used to be like and then what it has bec ...

Hey, MQ, Oh I love FRT this week, but after April 2, 2010 all bets are off baby!!!!! I love FTR. I love it. No really. I do. I like it because, um, it is like a bright shiny star in the sky. Or, um, maybe, I like it because it rolls like a bowling ball!! Yeah!! That's the ticket! Rollin along with FTR, like a bowling ball, like a pool ball, like the big blue ball that is earth, like the round ball classic, like the wheels on an 1 ...

MT Week (that begins Sunday) and what working MTs actually bring to "patient safety." Let us take meaningful action today and this weekend to regain MT Week as a week that TRULY recognizes the working MT. Ship Letters to the Editor off electronically and by snail mail to your local papers for publication in their print and online editions. AHDIs theme this year is "patient safety" in case you didn't know. What a joke and so self-serving! How about a theme of "The MTSO How-To Guide To Ensu ...

It looks like I will be the 1st to post a letter to the editor that is going out. I will be hitting everywhere from the East Coast to the West coast and everywhere in between! Read on and feel free to edit for your own letters. Medical Transcriptionist Week (MT Week) began this past Sunday, May 20, 2012. The idea is to recognize and reward MTs over the course of a single week. The theme this year is Patient Safety. MTs all across the country, and in fact, around the world are transcribing your ...

writing axis numbers - Nancy

This is BOS 2nd Edition - sm

thank you - Nancy

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