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A Day in the Life of an Emergency Care Nurse

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Once in the emergency department, nurses conduct quick evaluations of patients, checking vital signs, gathering medical histories, and performing physical examinations. After stabilizing a patient, nurses take the time to educate them and their families about their condition, treatment plans, and any necessary follow-up care.

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Basics of Medical Documentation: What Aspiring Medical Billers and Coders Need to Know

Northwest Career College

Medical documentation is a comprehensive description and record-keeping by health providers on a patient’s medical history, treatments, and interactions. Past Medical History: This will include previous illnesses, surgeries, and relevant family medical history. Plan : The follow-up treatments.

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How Practical Nurse Duties Have Evolved

Prism Career Institute

Closely following the evolution of their industry can help these medical professionals have long careers providing effective patient care. Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) An EMR software program helps streamline practical nurse duties. The ways practical nurses provide healthcare have changed with societal advancements.

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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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HIPAA: Understanding Patient Confidentiality and How It Relates to Medical Assistants

Prism Career Institute

Here, we discuss HIPAA laws and patient confidentiality, explaining how they impact medical assistant duties and responsibilities. HIPAA is a law passed in 1996, mandating that all healthcare providers, health plans, and medical staff follow certain procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety. What Is HIPAA?

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How to Patient Scheduling and Appointment Management

Northwest Career College

A simple follow-up can remind the patient about his visit, keeping the schedule in order. If you confirm proper contact information, insurance information, and changes to their medical history in advance, it can make the day of the appointment much smoother.

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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.