COA Flashcards - Medical Ethics, Legal & Regulartory Issues 5% of exam
What are Ethics?
Moral principles and values that govern individual behavior
What must ophthalmic medical assistants abide by?
The laws of the state in which their employer practices and under the services of a licensed ophthalmologist
Attempting to work independently of an ophthalmologist is considered _____ .
Practicing medicine without a license
What should an ophthalmic practice have in place to meet legal compliance
A compliance officer, policies and procedures
What is HIPAA?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
What does HIPAA protect?
The dissemination of specific patient information
What is coding?
The application of numerical designation for medical diagnosis, procedures, and services
What is the assessment of the use of services by a practice institution, clinic, or individual physician?
Utilization review
Complete the statement: “If it isn’t documented, _____ .”
It didn’t happen
What is ICD-9 - CM?
International classification of diseases, ninth revision, clinical modification
What important process is documented when the physician or physican delegate educates the patient on the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a surgical procedure and asks for the patient’s understanding and participation in the decision making process.
Informed consent
As an ophthalmic assistant, you will record your findings in what legal document?
The patient’s medical record
How should an ophthalmic assistant treat all patients?
With dignity and respect
