Terminology
what does the suffix " -itis" typically indicate?
inflammation
what is the reason a claim is denied?
the service provided after expiration date
what medical practice specializes in treating diseases & injuries of the skeletal system?
orthopedics
what needle is used at 5-15 degree angle
intradermal
deception with the intent to deprive another person of his/her rights, is defined as..?
fraud
what is the correct form for the heart?
cardi/o
when scheduling a patient make sure to get ...?
a daytime phone number
true or false: being sensitive to social injustice is an attribute of patient navigation
false.
ex. establishing a one on one relationship w/ patient
what is the amount of tuberculin used for a TB test?
what is the medical term for liver disease?
cirrhosis
what is the medical term for heart attack?
myocardial infarction
what payment models requires the insurance company to pay predetermined payment amounts for their members?
capitation
what is comprehensive care?
care for the patients physical & mental care using team based approach
what kind of needle is commonly used for insulin? what angle is the needle give in?
subcutaneous needle , 45 degrees
what does the term "hypoglycemia" mean?
low blood sugar
true or false: in medical terminology ,the combined vowel "o" is dropped when the suffix begins with a consonant
false
the purpose of a modifier when assigning a cpt code
provides additional info for procedure
define patient centered care
provided care for patient as a whole.
a 22 to 25 gauge at 1-1 1/2in given at 90 degree is described as a _____ route
intramuscular
what part of the body is an otoscope used to examine?
Ear
what is the difference between
gastritis,gastrology,gastrologist?
gastritis-inflammation of stomach
gastrology- study of the stomach
gastrologist- the person who studies it
define an encounter form
what a patient needs for a referral
what reflects maslows theory of self-actualization?
everyone can move up and meet their needs
finish this sentence : " the ____ the gauge ,the _____ the needle"
smaller, bigger
v1 v2 v3 v4 v5 v6 , what are these called? and where are they located ?( use medical termonology)
v1-4th intercostal right to sternum
v2- 4th intercostal left to sternum
v3-between v2 & v4
v4-midclavicular
v5-anterior axillary
v6-mid axillary