Services
Concerned with the causes, spread and control of diseases in populations.
CDC
institution that provides Medical care and treatment for sick.
Hospitals
Federal program that provides healthcare for almost all individuals over the age of 65, has a disability, or received social security benefits for at least 2 years.
Medicare
a person qualified to practice medicine
physician/doctor
means surgical removal
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A federal agency that is responsible for regulating food and drug products sold to the public.
FDA
Office owned by one or more dentists
dental offices
medical assistance that's funded by the federal gov. for low income families and others that apply
Medicaid
a professional qualified to prepare and dispense medical drugs
pharmacist
means tongue
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natural agency that deals with health problems in the U.S
USDHHS
for terminal patients for live the rest of their days in comfort
Hospice
a U.S gov insurance plan for all military personnel and their immediate family
TRICARE
specialist that helps patients reduce pain and improve/restore mobility
physical therapist
means "twist"
strept
identifies the standards of treatment that should be provided by healthcare facilities
AHCPR
provide physical, occupational, and other therapies
rehabilitation
a health insurance plan providing treatment for workers injured on the job
workers compensation
therapy for those coming from a physical or mental illness that encourages rehabilitation through performing activities.
occupational therapy
means organ
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