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Duties and Responsibilities for Entry-Level Medical Assistants

Prism Career Institute

It’s also crucial to maintain patient confidentiality and follow Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. Obtaining background information: Before a patient sees a physician, an assistant typically discusses their medical history and makes sure the facility has an accurate record on file.

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Medical Assisting vs. Nursing: Which Path Is Right for You?

Northwest Career College

Recording of vital signs and medical history. Handling billing, coding, and insurance claims. Medical assistants are crucial in keeping a healthcare facility running smoothly and ensuring patients have a positive experience. Medical Assisting: Most medical assisting programs take about 9 to 12 months to complete.

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EHR Interoperability: In-Depth Guide (2025 updated)

Arkenea

Electronic Health Records, or EHR, are digital libraries that house invaluable patient medical history data. From clinical observations to diagnoses, medications, and immunization schedules, it’s all there, at a healthcare provider’s fingertips. That’s where EHR interoperability comes in.

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In Demand Career Spotlight: Pediatric Medical Assistant

ACI Medical & Dental School

Medical Records Management: Updating and maintaining accurate patient records, including documenting symptoms, medical histories, and treatment procedures. Appointment Management: Scheduling appointments, managing follow-up visits, and sometimes handling billing and insurance paperwork.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Meaningful Use and EHR

Arkenea

It consists of information that is listed on a patients’ medical sheet. EHR includes vital signs, medical history, medications, diagnosis, progress reports, allergies, immunizations, imaging reports, and laboratory data. Certified EHR are those that meet the standards defined by the certification and testing body.

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How Many Hours Does A Medical Assistant Work?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Document medical histories and reason for the visit. Administrative Duties: Greet patients as they arrive, check them in, and update their medical records. Verify patient insurance information and process any necessary paperwork. Clinical Duties: Take patient vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, height, weight).

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What is a medical assistant? Exploring the different types of medical assistants

Mildred Elley

Do you see yourself in the exam room or would you rather be managing the files, phone calls, and insurance claims? Do you see yourself in the exam room or would you rather be managing the files, phone calls, and insurance claims? Where do clinical medical and administrative medical assistants work?