Sensible Medicine

JUNE 10, 2024

One month, the patients received statin tablets, one month they received statin placebo tablets and one month they received no tablets. Each day the patients recorded how they felt on a smartphone app. The order of months over a year was randomized.

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Patient Records 327

The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 17, 2025

The physical therapist was employed by KU Health and accessed patient records even though he had no affiliation with the plastic surgery clinic and did not have a treatment relationship with any of the patients. The lawsuit was filed by the law firm Stueve Siegel Hanson LLP.

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Patient Records HIPAA Hospital Insurance 48

The HIPAA Journal

MARCH 17, 2025

An attacker can exploit the vulnerabilities to replay the session of a logged-in user and gain access to patient records. Both vulnerabilities have been assigned a CVSS v3.1 severity score of 7.7 and a CVSS v4 severity score of 8.5. Vulnerability CVE-2025-2230 is due to improper authentication.

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HIPAA Patient Records 73

We Care Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Documentation and Record-Keeping: Best practices for documenting medication administration accurately and maintaining patient records. Understanding these fundamentals is key to safe medication management. Proper documentation is crucial for continuity of care and legal compliance.

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Medication Best Practices Patient Safety Documentation 96

KevinMD.com

JULY 15, 2024

From managing patient records to ensuring the availability of medical equipment, the daily operations of health care facilities hinge on the seamless integration of various Read more… Optimizing operations at doctors’ offices: the power of asset tracking originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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Patient Records Medication 117

Health Prime

AUGUST 8, 2024

Unauthorized access to patient records Unauthorized access to patient records is one of the most significant data security threats in medical billing. This breach can occur when employees or external hackers gain access to sensitive patient information without proper authorization.

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Billing Medication Patient Records Insurance 105

Northwest Career College

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The specialist obtains patient records, processes insurance claims, and ensures that the proper codes are used to perform treatments or procedures on patients. You could work within a general practice clinic, seeing patients for routine check-ups, or a specialty clinic for pediatrics or dermatology.

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Billing Medication Long Term Care Outpatient Care 40

Northwest Career College

MARCH 23, 2024

If you haven’t read our last article, check out Best Practices for Patient Record-Keeping and Data Privacy – Part 1 for a detailed description of the foundational best practices that we recommend you incorporate into your practice. Despite being so simple on its face, this can be difficult to achieve in practice.

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Best Practices Patient Records Continuing Education Communication 40

Electronic Health Reporter

JANUARY 28, 2020

True Story: An employee at one New England medical practice stayed after hours to search patient records for gossip on her neighbor. […]. By Glenn Day, chief sales officer and practice leader of healthcare, HUB International.

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Insurance Patient Records Medication HIPAA 119

Scrubs

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

They can often perform clinical duties like taking patient vital signs, administering injections, and assisting with minor surgical procedures. At the same time, they manage administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, billing, and maintaining patient records.

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Medical Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Medical Terminology 147

Northwest Career College

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

In the modern dental office, maintaining accurate and secure patient records is critical. This two-part article will identify key best practices in patient record-keeping and data privacy. Secure Storage Solutions Secure storage solutions are the cornerstone of effective patient record management.

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Best Practices Patient Records 40

Serenity Nurse Aide Academy

JANUARY 6, 2025

Training programs designed for aspiring medical assistants ensure they are prepared for various tasks, such as taking vital signs, assisting with exams, and managing patient records. The importance of comprehensive healthcare training in North Carolina cannot be overstated. A medical assistant role is more critical than ever.

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Medical Assistant Certified Nursing Assistant Medication Vital Signs 52

Northwest Suburban College

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Key responsibilities include assisting dentists during procedures by preparing instruments, handing them over as needed, and maintaining patient comfort. They also capture X-rays, manage patient records, and provide post-treatment care instructions, all requiring careful attention and coordination.

Patient Records 52

Patient Records Communication Patient Satisfaction Scheduling 52

Electronic Health Reporter

MAY 9, 2019

Healthcare organizations know just how important it is to comply with the HIPAA Privacy Rule to protect sensitive and unstructured data such as patient records, scripts, discharge summaries, medical forms, authorizations, prescriptions, and insurance claims. By Paul Banco, CEO, etherFAX.

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HIPAA Discharges Patient Records Insurance 107

Electronic Health Reporter

JUNE 12, 2019

Today, on average, providers are seeing almost one in five of their patients’ records contain duplicates (meaning that two or more records are in existence with a variation of a patient’s name), according to a report by Black Book. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Randy Jones, business development, ARGO.

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Patient Records 107

Medical Economics

APRIL 24, 2024

One answer to the cybersecurity problem is reusable verifiable digital credential, which would protect both the patients and health care companies.

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Patient Records 52

Scrubs

AUGUST 22, 2023

These data breaches have affected millions of patients, putting their sensitive healthcare information at risk. In 2018, the healthcare sector saw 15 million patient records compromised across 503 breaches, which was three times the amount seen in 2017. The number of healthcare data breaches keeps going up year after year.

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Follow-Up Documentation HIPAA Patient Records 240

We Care Online

APRIL 14, 2025

Responsibilities often handled by clinical data teams: Monitoring data queries and resolving discrepancies Validating coding of adverse events and medical terms Verifying protocol compliance across trial sites Supporting interim and final analyses Short list: Common data pitfalls in clinical trials Incomplete or inconsistent patient records Lack of (..)

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Patient Safety Patient Records Communication Medication 57

Northwest Career College

MARCH 16, 2025

Electronic Health Records The storage and sharing of patient information has literally revolutionized how healthcare providers interact with patients. EHRs allow pharmacy technicians to access patient records much quicker and promptly.

Patient Records 40

Patient Records Discharges Medical History Medication 40

Electronic Health Reporter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

patient records can be to use, a number of doctors are saying the technology has made them better caregivers. This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. EHR general dissatisfaction is well-known. Despite how hard electroni?

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Patient Records Medication 89

Northwest Career College

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Medical administrative assistants handle a lot, from managing appointments to keeping patient records updated. The more organized you are, the more smoothly everything will run, and the quicker and more efficient your patients’ visits will be. Use appointment scheduling software and patient record systems to stay on top.

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Medical Administrative Assistant Customer Service Medication Appointments 40

The HIPAA Journal

JULY 5, 2024

Samaritan Health Services Samaritan Health Services in Oregon has announced that a physician who worked at its Lebanon Community Hospital may have accessed the protected health information of patients without authorization. An investigation was launched in November 2023, when unauthorized access was suspected.

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HIPAA Patient Records Insurance Hospital 117

Northwest Suburban College

JANUARY 3, 2025

By experiencing real-life scenarios, students can tackle tasks such as taking dental impressions or managing patient records with confidence. These activities help students become confident and comfortable with what they will face in real-world work settings. Simulations and real-world scenarios are key to training.

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Sterilization Huddles/Rounds Medical Assistant Patient Records 52

Electronic Health Reporter

MARCH 4, 2020

InterSystems announced the launch of InterSystems HealthShare Managed Connections, a service that enables healthcare organizations to take advantage of a network of connections to a vast number of patient records via a central hub and […].

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Patient Records 79

Health Prime

JANUARY 8, 2025

Electronic Health Records (EHR) and practice management systems are goldmines of information. Review Documentation: Review the patient record, encounter forms, and billing documents for completeness and accuracy. Also, document all the services provided and code them appropriately.

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Billing Medication Follow-Up Documentation 52

Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Without it, doctors can’t access updated patient records for proper treatment; billing departments are unable to correctly process insurance claims; and research teams are limited in their ability to uncover new findings. […]. By Dan Potter, vice president of product marketing, Attunity, a division of Qlik.

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Patient Records Billing Insurance Hospital 79

Scrubs

JULY 1, 2024

Aside from acquiring software for managing patient records, give nurses access to tools like portable ultrasound machines , PCA pumps, and other equipment that align with your practice. To ensure your nursing staff works faster without sacrificing accuracy and quality, you must think about equipping them with better facilities.

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Teamwork Administrative Work Medical Assistant Patient Records 130

MedQuest College

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Medical assistants typically perform administrative and clinical tasks, such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, drawing blood, and preparing patients for exams. The role offers opportunities to work directly with patients and healthcare professionals. Why Choose Medical Assisting?

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Medical Assistant Medication Certification Continuing Education 59

The Healthcare Blog

MAY 30, 2024

hospitals suffered financial consequences from the incident and 74% experienced a direct impact on patient care. Change’s services affect one in every three patient records, so the massive outage created a snowball effect of disruptions, delays and losses. A staggering 94% of U.S.

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Patient Records Emergency Response Hospital Medication 115

Scrubs

JANUARY 22, 2024

Agendas are filled to the brim, and stacks of patient records teeter on desks, demanding attention. In the bustling corridors of a hospital or a private clinic, healthcare professionals often face a daunting avalanche of paperwork.

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Documentation Medication Patient Satisfaction HIPAA 147

Prism Career Institute

JANUARY 9, 2025

Mobile phlebotomists visit a variety of hospitals, rehabilitation centers, assisted living facilities, and even private homes to meet with patients.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Unit Organization and Environment Sterilization Insurance 52

Northwest Career College

APRIL 23, 2025

Most of their tasks involve handling patient records and managing insurance claims to ensure smooth dentist scheduling. These require strong organizational skills and attention to detail; minor errors could create problems in patient care or billing.

Administrative Work 40

Administrative Work Scheduling Patient Records Billing 40

Northwest Career College

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Squeeze in these patients if there is space or politely ask them to wait or come later. Keep Records Updated Keeping the patient records updated is necessary. Handling walk-ins will allow them to avoid interfering with the appointments scheduled earlier.

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Appointments Scheduling Medical History Follow-Up 40

Health Prime

MARCH 21, 2024

Regularly updating patient records is equally essential, as it helps prevent billing errors and delays. A well-maintained and up-to-date patient database contributes to the overall accuracy and efficiency of the revenue cycle. This information serves as the foundation for billing and reimbursement processes.

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Billing Medication Follow-Up Appointments 105

Mobius MD

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

AI-driven tools can help physicians make data-informed decisions based on patient records, medical literature, and the latest research. Supporting Clinical Decisions – Physicians also use AI for real-time clinical decision support.

Diagnostics 52

Diagnostics Medical History Administrative Work Vital Signs 52

Northwest Suburban College

JULY 19, 2024

You’ll learn about the importance of managing patient records, performing basic lab tests, and how we balance these tasks to provide top-notch care. Preparing Patients for Medical Exams One of the first tasks we handle each day is preparing patients for their medical exams.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Patient Records 52

Valant

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

This integration creates a seamless connection between treatment planning and patient records. You can quickly generate and modify treatment plans from within a patient’s electronic record, eliminating the need for manual data entry and reducing the potential for errors.

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Documentation Diagnostics Transfers Patient Records 104