GENERAL

Question 1

What is considered a mid-level provider (MLP) aka medical providers

Answer 1

NP or APP or PA

Question 2

records medical histories and symptoms monitors the pt, completes meaningful use requirements, administers medication, assists with procedures

Answer 2

nurse or medical assistant

Question 3

what is considered a new patient?

Answer 3

more detailed chart
has not been to the clinic in three or more years
no previous records
longer visit

Question 4

what is considered an established pt

Answer 4

3 years or less
previous records available
concise chart

Question 5

Diagnostic vs health management?

Answer 5

Diagnostic: they have a new problem, the CC is a new symptom and the goal is to determine the cause and appropriate tx
Health management: check up, routine physical or management of chronic problem, prevenative care or accessing progress of ongoing problme

Question 6

what does H&P mean and who evaluates that

Answer 6

history and physical

the physician

Question 7

is a DDx necessary for a health management visit ?

Answer 7

no only for diagnostic visit

Question 8

what info will be in a patients plan?

give three examples

Answer 8

medication needed
how to manage/life style and preventative care
follow-up
follow-up with a specialist if needed

Question 9

what are three common general family Hx your physician may ask

Answer 9

HTN
DM
CA