Vocab Flashcards
define ACCREDITATION
process where programs establish credibility by complying w/standards
define ACCREDITING BUREAU OF HEALTH EDUCATION SCHOOLS (ABHES)
organization specifically accredits MA programs
define ACUPUNCTURE
insert needles @ specific pnts of body to relieve pain/disease
define ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS
skills that manage business aspect of medicine
define ADVOCATE
someone who fights/represents someone else on their behalf
define AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PROFESSIONAL CODERS (AAPC)
promotes education, networking, & certification in medical billing & coding
define AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PROFESSIONAL CODERS (AAPC)
promotes education, networking, & certification in medical billing & coding
define AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS (AAMA)
organization for MA
define AMERICAN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS (AMT)
organization for credentials to MA & opportunities for future education
define AYURVEDIC MEDICINE
from India that focuses on 3 energies for mental spiritual + mental + physical health
define BIOFEEDBACK
complementary medicine that uses equipment to control involuntary functions
define CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA)
MA certification from NHA
define CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT, CMA (AAMA)
given when passed AAMA exam
define CLINICAL SKILLS
skills aiding in assessment, exam, diagnosis, & treatment of patients
define COMMISSION ON ACCREDITATION OF ALLIED HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS (CAAHEP)
organization for accrediting MA programs
define COMPLEMENTARY ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE (CAM)
therapies that supplement/compliment conventional (western) medicine
define DOCTOR OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
physician w/emphasis on musculoskeletal, nervous, prevention, education, prevention, & holistic care
define DOCTORS OF MEDICINE
physician who passed all state requirements to practice medicine
define DOCTORATE
advanced degree of education
define EPIDEMIC
spread of disease over large population in specific area
define GENERAL SKILLS
most basic skills required for job
define GENERALIST
MA perform both clinical & administrative jobs
define HIPPOCRATIC OATH
code of behavior for all medical physicians
define HOMEOPATHY
use small diluted doses of drug to relieve symptoms caused by same drug
define HOSPITALIST
specialists that work w/patients admitted to reduce visits
define MAGNET THERAPY
all cells have electromagnetic field & disease is caused by electromagnetic imbalance; use magnets close to skin to fix imbalance
define MEDICAL ASSISTANT
liason between doctor & patient & assists in clinical & administrative duties
define MEDICAL BILLER
creates bill for all charges for services
define MEDICAL CODER
use code for max reimbursement for doc & fewer bills for patient
define MEDICAL OFFICE MANAGER
supervise staff, schedules, HR, daily operations
define MIDLEVEL PRACTITIONER
generally directed by supervising physician but able to exam patients, order diagnostics, & administer medications
define MULTI-PROVIDER CLINIC
at least 3 physicians share facility
define NATIONAL CENTER FOR COMPETENCY TESTINGS (NCCT)
organization that certifies many health professions
define NATIONAL CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (NCMA)
NCCT MA certification
define NATIONAL CERTIFIED MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT (NCMOA)
NCCT MA certification
define NATUROPATHY
complementary medicine that include diet, rest, exercise, fresh air, clean water, & sunlight
define NURSE ANESTHETIST
RN able to administer anesthesia
define NURSE MIDWIFE
RN w/extensive training in L&D that assist w/pregnancy & labor
define NURSE PRACTITIONER
midlevel practitioner that can sometimes practice independently from physician
define PARTNERSHIP
at least 2 providers in a legal agreement to share total business
define PATIENT-CENTERED MEDICAL HOME (PCMH)
model where health professionals lead by PCP collaborate to provided well-rounded & high quality care
define PATIENT NAVIGATOR
explains insurance policy, financial, complaints, & patient rights
define PATIENT PROTECTION & AFFORDABLE CARE ACT
expands access to health insurance, provides additional consumer protections, & reduce health care costs
define PHLEBOTOMISTS
person who draws blood
define PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS (PA)
midlevel provider directed by physician
define PLACEBO EFFECT
respond well to treatment because they believe it is working when it may not be
define PROVIDER
physican/NP/PA
define RECIPROCITY
state recognizes their license as equal or greater than their own requirements
define REGISTERED MEDICAL ASSISTANT, RMA (AMT)
title after passing AMT exam
define REVOCATION
suspension of license
define SCOPE OF PRACTICE
boundaries of specific job
define SCRIBE
enters info into EHR/chart for provider
define SOLO PRACTICE
one provider @ facility & owns business
define TACT
say the right thing @ appropriate times
define URGENT CARE
ambulatory centers for acute illness/injury/minor emergencies
