Module 1 - Pathologies
A patient with diabetes would most likely be treated by this specialist?
WHO is an endocrinologist?
The acronym SOAP stand for this.
WHAT is Subjective, Objective, Assessment and Plan.
What is the correct way to write 3:00 p.m. in military time?
What is 1500
Special Premiums are found in this part of the Schedule of Benefits..
What is GP - General Preamble
Which of the following would be considered tertiary level care?
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiac Consultation
Emergency Room treatment for chest pain
What is Cardiac Rehabillitation
Name two conditions that would most likely be treated by an orthopedic specialist?
WHAT are ACL tears, broken bones, spine issues, scoliosis, arthritis, herniated discs?
This type of report would be received following a/an MRI report.
What is a Diagnostic Imaging Report.
What does ADHI stand for?
List 2 premium codes that a physician can bill for
E083A - Special Premium for the Most Responsible Physician (MRP). Eligible every day seen after admission including discharge. ICU Premium. Worth 30% of the assessment fee.
EO78A - Special Premium that can be added to the bill IF all elements of the assessment criteria are fulfilled and the patient presents with a chronic disease diagnosis listed on GP 25-26. Worth 50% of the assessment fee.
Who is responsible for the care of a patient while they are on a wait list to see a specialist?
Who is the referring/primary physician.
Cystic Fibrosis is a condition most likely treated by this specialist?
WHO is a pulmonologist/respirologist?
"By using X3 magnification, I was able to view the lesion". The uppercase X in this context refers to:
What is - the strength of the magnification
Which ADHI rule states that all medical documents should be written in clear and concise language?
What is Clarity: Documents must be written in clear and concise language using correct medical terminology and abbreviations
Surgical Assistants use which suffix letter?
What is B
What three things should be done when the HOA receives a referral
What is
1. Acknowledge receipt of the referral within 14 days
2. Create a file for the patient
3. Schedule an appointment if available.
What do Cardiologists do?
Provide 3 pathologies commonly treated in this office.
WHAT are treat patients with heart and blood vessel disease.
Pathologies include arrhythmias, blockage of blood vessels, congenital defects of the heart and more.
Interpret the report:
"The patient presented for a routine gynecological examination and reported dysmenorrhea. The transvaginal US revealed a 4cm ovarian cyst on the left ovary. The recent lab work suggests perimenopause. The patient was prescribed oral contraceptives to regulate her cycle and manage pain"
What is: The patient presents with painful menstrual flow. An ultrasound performed found a cyst on the left ovary. Recent blood work indicates she is around menopause and a birth control pill is prescribed to help with pain and regulate the menstrual cycle.
What unit of time is used in Accuro and other EMR systems?
What is 15 minutes
How much does each 'unit' cost, for a Surgical Assistant?
What is $12.51
What is the most important factor that an HOA can do throughout the referral process?
What is: timely and professional communication.
These pathologies belong to which specialty?
Schizophrenia
Multiple Personality Disorder
Bipolar Stage 2
Psychiatry
Define the following medical terms and abbreviations:
SOB
ECG
MI
What is:
Shortness of Breath
Electrocardiogram
Myocardial Infarction
1. Mark (27M) rolled his ankle several days ago. He is experiencing pain, swelling and bruising.
2. Lydia (21F) is experiencing painful urination and abdominal pain
3. Richard (43M) is experiencing left shoulder pain, nausea, dizziness, and cold sweats
4. Kylie (6mt F) has been sick for several days, is short of breath, has congestion in her lungs
What is:
Richard, Kylie, Lydia, Mark
What does IOP stand for?
What is Independent Operative Procedure
Which software system can be integrated with other medical EMR systems to complete electronic referrals?
What is Ocean eReferral Network