What is medical transcription?

Medical transcription is the process of converting recorded doctor's notes into a written document. People who work in this field understand medical terminology and can prepare and edit documents for accuracy. After transcription is complete, documents are normally submitted to an electronic database for storage.

Medical transcriptionists must follow legal guidelines related to patient confidentiality and proper document preparation. After preparation, documents are often submitted for approval to the physician before they are filed. The purpose of medical transcription is to allow doctors to efficiently record notes from patient visits while the time-involved documentation work is completed later by the transcriptionist.