Vocab

Question 1

define ACCREDITATION

Answer 1

process where programs establish credibility by complying w/standards

Question 2

define ACCREDITING BUREAU OF HEALTH EDUCATION SCHOOLS (ABHES)

Answer 2

organization specifically accredits MA programs

Question 3

define ACUPUNCTURE

Answer 3

insert needles @ specific pnts of body to relieve pain/disease

Question 4

define ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS

Answer 4

skills that manage business aspect of medicine

Question 5

define ADVOCATE

Answer 5

someone who fights/represents someone else on their behalf

Question 6

define AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PROFESSIONAL CODERS (AAPC)

Answer 6

promotes education, networking, & certification in medical billing & coding

Question 7

define AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PROFESSIONAL CODERS (AAPC)

Answer 7

promotes education, networking, & certification in medical billing & coding

Question 8

define AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS (AAMA)

Answer 8

organization for MA

Question 9

define AMERICAN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS (AMT)

Answer 9

organization for credentials to MA & opportunities for future education

Question 10

define AYURVEDIC MEDICINE

Answer 10

from India that focuses on 3 energies for mental spiritual + mental + physical health

Question 11

define BIOFEEDBACK

Answer 11

complementary medicine that uses equipment to control involuntary functions

Question 12

define CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA)

Answer 12

MA certification from NHA

Question 13

define CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT, CMA (AAMA)

Answer 13

given when passed AAMA exam

Question 14

define CLINICAL SKILLS

Answer 14

skills aiding in assessment, exam, diagnosis, & treatment of patients

Question 15

define COMMISSION ON ACCREDITATION OF ALLIED HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS (CAAHEP)

Answer 15

organization for accrediting MA programs

Question 16

define COMPLEMENTARY ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE (CAM)

Answer 16

therapies that supplement/compliment conventional (western) medicine

Question 17

define DOCTOR OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE

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physician w/emphasis on musculoskeletal, nervous, prevention, education, prevention, & holistic care

Question 18

define DOCTORS OF MEDICINE

Answer 18

physician who passed all state requirements to practice medicine

Question 19

define DOCTORATE

Answer 19

advanced degree of education

Question 20

define EPIDEMIC

Answer 20

spread of disease over large population in specific area

Question 21

define GENERAL SKILLS

Answer 21

most basic skills required for job

Question 22

define GENERALIST

Answer 22

MA perform both clinical & administrative jobs

Question 23

define HIPPOCRATIC OATH

Answer 23

code of behavior for all medical physicians

Question 24

define HOMEOPATHY

Answer 24

use small diluted doses of drug to relieve symptoms caused by same drug

Question 25

define HOSPITALIST

Answer 25

specialists that work w/patients admitted to reduce visits

Question 26

define MAGNET THERAPY

Answer 26

all cells have electromagnetic field & disease is caused by electromagnetic imbalance; use magnets close to skin to fix imbalance

Question 27

define MEDICAL ASSISTANT

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liason between doctor & patient & assists in clinical & administrative duties

Question 28

define MEDICAL BILLER

Answer 28

creates bill for all charges for services

Question 29

define MEDICAL CODER

Answer 29

use code for max reimbursement for doc & fewer bills for patient

Question 30

define MEDICAL OFFICE MANAGER

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supervise staff, schedules, HR, daily operations

Question 31

define MIDLEVEL PRACTITIONER

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generally directed by supervising physician but able to exam patients, order diagnostics, & administer medications

Question 32

define MULTI-PROVIDER CLINIC

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at least 3 physicians share facility

Question 33

define NATIONAL CENTER FOR COMPETENCY TESTINGS (NCCT)

Answer 33

organization that certifies many health professions

Question 34

define NATIONAL CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (NCMA)

Answer 34

NCCT MA certification

Question 35

define NATIONAL CERTIFIED MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT (NCMOA)

Answer 35

NCCT MA certification

Question 36

define NATUROPATHY

Answer 36

complementary medicine that include diet, rest, exercise, fresh air, clean water, & sunlight

Question 37

define NURSE ANESTHETIST

Answer 37

RN able to administer anesthesia

Question 38

define NURSE MIDWIFE

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RN w/extensive training in L&D that assist w/pregnancy & labor

Question 39

define NURSE PRACTITIONER

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midlevel practitioner that can sometimes practice independently from physician

Question 40

define PARTNERSHIP

Answer 40

at least 2 providers in a legal agreement to share total business

Question 41

define PATIENT-CENTERED MEDICAL HOME (PCMH)

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model where health professionals lead by PCP collaborate to provided well-rounded & high quality care

Question 42

define PATIENT NAVIGATOR

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explains insurance policy, financial, complaints, & patient rights

Question 43

define PATIENT PROTECTION & AFFORDABLE CARE ACT

Answer 43

expands access to health insurance, provides additional consumer protections, & reduce health care costs

Question 44

define PHLEBOTOMISTS

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person who draws blood

Question 45

define PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS (PA)

Answer 45

midlevel provider directed by physician

Question 46

define PLACEBO EFFECT

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respond well to treatment because they believe it is working when it may not be

Question 47

define PROVIDER

Answer 47

physican/NP/PA

Question 48

define RECIPROCITY

Answer 48

state recognizes their license as equal or greater than their own requirements

Question 49

define REGISTERED MEDICAL ASSISTANT, RMA (AMT)

Answer 49

title after passing AMT exam

Question 50

define REVOCATION

Answer 50

suspension of license

Question 51

define SCOPE OF PRACTICE

Answer 51

boundaries of specific job

Question 52

define SCRIBE

Answer 52

enters info into EHR/chart for provider

Question 53

define SOLO PRACTICE

Answer 53

one provider @ facility & owns business

Question 54

define TACT

Answer 54

say the right thing @ appropriate times

Question 55

define URGENT CARE

Answer 55

ambulatory centers for acute illness/injury/minor emergencies