...Aquayla Scott Interview Question “What is the importance of medical terminology?” The importance of medical terminology is to allow effective communication. Medical terminology is important, it allows health care professionals to have understandings of certain things that could be elongated. Knowing medical terminology eases the process of having to do or explain everything the long way. It makes it easier and faster for health care professionals, it’s their very own language that helps them completely understand what is happening or what has to be done to help a patient. Medical terms are used to accurately describe the condition of a patient and the procedures he or she has to undergo. Most professionals use these terms (though they could be written in plain English). Not properly communicating or documenting medical information may result in confusion or even bigger health risks to a patient. Mostly everything we do in our day to day life involves these terms, as simple as a written prescription or diagnosis. It helps decipher complex information, many medical terms are made up of suffixes, prefixes and word roots, if the provider memorizes the standard word parts, that makes it easier to decipher the meaning of many medical terms, allows an understanding of diagnosis and procedures, knowledge of medical terms allows health care professionals to understand why the patient is seeking help and how they are being treated. It helps in treating patients...
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...enhancing healthcare quality, protection and a well-organized and resourceful healthcare delivery system. This assignment has ten terms that fall under the scope of HIT and Health Information Systems (HIS) that are interconnected. Each term will be defined and a concise statement of importance will be explained. AMR • AMR (Automated Medical Records) is a term used at the early stage of electronic medical documentation. It was information retained on a customary personal computer and did not comply with legal ramifications for electronic medical records. Therefore a paper file was maintained. The computer information is used as a working file, and then pages are printed and filed in the chart (Fishman, 2005). • Important aspect of AMR is the aid of premature discovery of conditions of public health issues. For instance, seasonal respiratory illness or atypical occurrences, like bioterrorist attack that initially exhibit as respiratory symptoms. Knowledge of disease patterns in real time may also help clinicians to manage patients (Ross, L., Kleinman, K., Dashevsky, I., DeMaria, A. and Platt,R., 2001). CMR • CMR (Computerized Medical Records) was the first attempt in an automated, on-line medical record system. It contains clinical and demographic...
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...McGill University Fall 2014 McGill University Fall 2014 Individual Assignment: Job analysis M Pxxxx Student Number: XXXXXXX Employment ORGB 424 CHERIF ATALLAH Individual Assignment: Job analysis M Pxxx Student Number: Employment ORGB 424 CHERIF ATALLAH 08 Fall 08 Fall Contents: 1. Introduction……………………………………………………………. 3 2. Job Analysis………………………………………………………………4 3. Inventory of job duties and tasks………………………………..7 4. Analyzing the knowledge, skills and abilities.……………..11 5. Critical tasks……………………………………………………………..17 6. Selection plan……………………………………………………………19 7. Internal and external recruitment..…………………………….21 8. Critical dimensions #1……………………………………………….23 9. Critical dimensions #2……………………………………………….25 10.Conclusion………………………………………………………………...28 11. Appendix #1……………………………………………………………..29 12. References……………………………………………………………......30 Introduction The principle use of this assignment is to correlate the theories behind the staffing model and techniques. Before deciding the job requirements and specifications for hire, a manager must determine what are the tasks and duties necessary to accomplish the job efficiently. A job analysis must be done periodically due the introduction of new technologies; tasks will change and need to be adapted. Job Analysis There are three (3) key points that have to be taken into consideration when performing a job analysis. (Milkovich, Newman & al 156) 1. There...
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...required in the nursing profession, as well as the importance of maintaining these elite level communication skills. In addition, this paper also includes a comparison between two minority authors that argue for the importance of their respective Chicana and black, “native tongues “. The pros and cons of their arguments is contrasted against authors’ Allen, Chapman, O’Connor and Francis (2007), whom address the significance of language and writing within the area of professional nursing that upholds the elite verbal and written communication standards practiced in nursing today. The Communications and the Language of Nursing The language spoken in the profession of nursing requires a wide spectrum of core communication skills that provide a verbal bridge of common understanding of illness, healing, wellness or prevention. These skills require the continual change and transformation of the nursing profession’s language. From the perspective of the patient’s bedside and nurse-to-nurse communications, through the nurse to the specialist, the criteria for common core can be acknowledged. Additionally, the personal slang and reflections of self identification shared in Anzaldua and hooks’ essays demonstrates the immediate need for the requirement of a common core language required to maintain and protect the elite standard of care expected in the medical profession, as a basic minimum to keep the focus on the patient’s care and medical wellbeing. Metamorphosis of the Professional...
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...Abstract I am a complete advocate for switching to computer-based medical records. This is done completely electronically, versus the other paper method of dealing with medical records. Using hard copies of patient records are still commonly used in hospitals and doctor’s offices, but are quickly becoming a thing of the past. Healthcare professionals are trading in the traditional pen and notepad for electronic data entry and storage devices. Keeping records electronically allows all healthcare professionals involved to have access to all of the patient’s medical history, status of immunizations and lab results as well as x-rays. A record of the patient’s known allergies and medications, and billing and personal information such as height and weight. Electronic Health Records The submission of medical health records electronically has been helping the medical field, hospitals and doctors offices greatly since being implemented. Using electronic health records offers much better continuity, communication, coordination and accountability of patient records. I read in an article about EHRs and sums up what people using the computerized electronic health records feel, it seems that building a virtualization of EHRs can be very expensive, but ultimately works well. And does everything that they need it to. Hudson, NY-based Columbia Memorial Hospital has used an EHR to support its clinical works system since early 2010, one that serves 26 clinical locations and...
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...assist with reimbursement of services provided by facilities. • The most important aspect of ICD-9 coding system is it defines disease in category allowing medical personnel to determine diagnosis, disorders, and procedures incorporating patient data and can assist in utilization process. CPT- Current Procedural Terminology- CPT is another coding system to document medical services, surgical procedures, and diagnostic procedures. CPT codes are HCPC codes that can identify what has been done to a patient to assist in the diagnosis and prognosis of the patient by physicians, billers, coders, and administrative personnel. • The importance of CPT codes is it is a uniformed coding system for medical personnel to document accurately and maintain records for billing and diagnostic purposes. CMS- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services- An agency within the Department of Health and Human Services that administers the Medicare and Medicaid program and standards for HIPPA. • The importance of CMS is it provides the different standards that Medicare and Medicaid providers must adhere to. CMS-1500- Health Insurance Claim Form- Health insurance claim form physicians and facilities use to process procedures and services rendered to patients. • The importance of CMS-1500 is that medical providers are able to document what was done to patient for diagnostic purposes and accurately bill using CPT codes to bill correctly. DRG-...
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...According to the American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology ( CPT ) 2005 Evaluation and Management Services Guidelines, when Counseling and /or C Coordination of Care dominates ( More than 50 Percent ) the Physician/Patient and /or Family e encounter, then Time may be considered the controlling factor to qualify for a particular level o of E/M service; this may allow the physician to code a higher level of service. ( Source: Mid -American Coalition on Health Care, 2004) CPT and HCPCS Codes for Medicare & Medicaid Payment for mental health services* TYPE of Code Tip #1: Diagnosis Codes Use one of the following ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, if appropriate: 311 Depressive Disorder, Not...
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...Cordova HCS/490 February 26, 2013 Tina Folk-Cromartie Communications Paper The communication modality is Electronic Medical Records (EMR). The EMR provides benefits to the patients such as better communication with providers. EMR helps provide information quicker and making access to information more accessible. There are some issues with privacy, such as HIPAA privacy, but it is becoming fixed rapidly. EMR opens up opportunity for social networking and media opportunities. The EMR markets health care and the services available with broader audiences. In this paper these topics will be discussed. “Patient doctor communication (PDC) is most powerful, encompassing, and versatile instruments available to the physician” (Shachak & Reis, n.p. 2009). The benefits offer to the patient is helping to share better understanding between patients and the doctors. The EMR had “positive influence on exchange of medical information” (Shachak & Reis, n.p. 2009). EMR helps patients to feel confident in asking questions and feeling there was accomplishments at the end of his or her appointment. The patients can login online with his or her provider and have communications with the clinic. For example, make appointments, see health history, current medications, and ask questions. EMRs are beneficial to patients. One aspect relating to values and importance of maintaining patient confidentiality when using EMR communication is the aspect of confidentiality for EMR. In regard to...
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...University of Phoenix Material Health Record Worksheet In 150 to 350 words, explain the importance of a health record. Support your explanation using your assigned readings. Personal health records can help a provider's patient better manage their care. Having important health information, for example, immunization records, lab results, and screening due dates in electronic form makes it simple for patients to update and share their records. Patients can be more engaged with their wellbeing and health care. PHRs can advance better health care by offering patients some assistance with managing information from different providers and enhance care coordination. Having an online PHR can be useful if there should be an occurrence of crises particularly if a patient is traveling. Administrative expenses can be reduced utilizing a PHR to give patients simple access to electronic prescription refill and appointment scheduling applications. With PHRs, health care staff can invest less time searching for patient-requested information and respond to patient inquiries. Use the following table to identify and list at least five key components of a health record. Additionally, include a 50- to 100-word description of each component. Support your descriptions using your assigned readings. |Component of the health record |Description | |Patient Management ...
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...Electronic Health Records Abstract I am a complete advocate for switching to computer-based medical records. This is done completely electronically, versus the other paper method of dealing with medical records. Using hard copies of patient records are still commonly used in hospitals and doctor’s offices, but are quickly becoming a thing of the past. Healthcare professionals are trading in the traditional pen and notepad for electronic data entry and storage devices. Keeping records electronically allows all healthcare professionals involved to have access to all of the patient’s medical history, status of immunizations and lab results as well as x-rays. A record of the patient’s known allergies and medications, and billing and personal information such as height and weight. Electronic Health Records The submission of medical health records electronically has been helping the medical field, hospitals and doctors offices greatly since being implemented. Using electronic health records offers much better continuity, communication, coordination and accountability of patient records. I read in an article about EHRs and sums up what people using the computerized electronic health records feel, it seems that building a virtualization of EHRs can be very expensive, but ultimately works well and it does everything that they need it to. Hudson, NY-based Columbia Memorial Hospital has used an EHR to support its clinical works system since early 2010, one that serves 26 clinical locations...
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...academic education. It enables one to understand the medical aspects of their body, along with pointing them in the correct direction regarding how to take care of it, illness prevention, and basic healthcare measures (Health Literacy, 2010). It acts as an important aspect in increasing patient safety and healthcare quality – both crucial elements of a healthcare organization and its functioning. However, a very alarming issue is that there exist a huge percentage of population, which has low health literacy, or is completely health illiterate. Although there have been various measures taken targeting this issue, there still...
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...is defined as having “the attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary for providing quality care to diverse populations” (Black, 2014, p. 198). Healthcare professionals who have obtained cultural competency “are prepared to provide patient-centered care with a focus on the patient’s specific needs that are shaped by culture” (Black, 2014, p. 198). I had the opportunity to interview one of my friends, Nawfal Patel. Nawfal has grown up into the Muslim religion his entire life, and has family members that are in the healthcare profession. Having the chance to interview him was very interesting to me since I’m not entirely familiar with his religion. Nawfal educated me on his family’s culture and traditions, and how they are affected in the medical field....
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...JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Practice Manager Location: Practice Responsible to: Clinical Director/Regional Director Job Objectives/Purpose Oversee the smooth and efficient organisation of the practice administration. To ensure all company procedures as set out in Branch Procedures Manual** are carried out effectively. To ensure all financial information is reported correctly and accurately to Support Office and administrative protocols are in place. Ensure the reception area is staffed effectively and the management and efficiency/co-ordination is managed to be best needs of the business. Ensure that all employees are aware of the fact that all clients are to pay on departure and with the Clinical Director have responsibility for managing this requirement.. Main responsibilities: General Management Office Management • Be able to reconcile receipts, day sheets, income reports, bank deposits and the petty cash, and understand the essential components of any reconciling system. . • Be able to set and enforce effective credit control – to include monitoring debtors, sending regular invoices and statements, dealing with overdue account collection and the small claims court, queries on accounts, setting up payment agreements. Be able to complete pet insurance claims and deal with queries. • Be able to deal effectively with day to day banking transactions, e.g. credits, automated credits and debits, standing...
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...The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks is a very inspirational story written by Rebecca Skloot. This story takes place from around the year 1951, when Henrietta was admitted into John Hopkins Hospital for cervical cancer, until 2010, the year of publication. This book discusses the medical, ethical, and legal issues that occurred throughout the case of HeLa cells. I believe we read this book to learn of the importance of consent and knowledge before beginning our journey in the medical field. The story is centered around Henrietta Lacks, a poor, African American tobacco farmer, who was born in 1920. She resided in Clover, Virginia, with her husband, David Lacks, and five children, Lawrence, Elsie, David, Deborah, and Zakariyya. Later, in search...
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...China and the earliest form of industrial education, the apprentice system, was started in ancient Greek and Babylonian civilizations before gaining prominence during medieval times. Since the inception of modern management theory, the terminology used to describe the role and function of workers has evolved from "personnel" to "industrial relations" to "employee relations" to "human resources." INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION PHASE : The need for an organized form of HRM emerged during the industrial revolution, as the manufacturing process evolved from a cottage system to factory production. As the United States shifted from an agricultural economy to an industrial economy, companies were forced to develop and implement effective ways of recruiting and keeping skilled workers. In addition, industrialization helped spur immigration, as the country opened its borders to fill industrial positions. Filling these jobs with immigrants, however, created an even greater need for adequate management of employees. Early human resource management techniques included social welfare approaches aimed at helping immigrants adjust to their jobs and to life in the United States. These programs assisted immigrants in learning English and obtaining housing and medical care. In addition, these techniques promoted supervisory training in order to increase productivity. 1800-1900 : There were two other particularly important contributing factors to the origination of modem HRM during that period. The...
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