Sentences with phrase «as an outpatient procedure»

While Luck's surgery was described by Colts owner Jim Irsay as an outpatient procedure that wouldn't threaten the 2017 regular season, it has clearly become a more significant issue than that.

Irregular / heavy menstrual bleeding can be treated in several ways: 1) Hormonal medication (a low dose birth control pill or cyclic progestin); 2) A hormone - containing intrauterine device (the most common one used is the Mirena IUD, which manages bleeding very effectively and is placed during an office visit and lasts for 5 years); 3) Endometrial ablation is a surgery commonly performed as an outpatient procedure; the entire lining of the uterus is cauterized (many women never get a menstrual period after an ablation); 4) Finally, I reserve hysterectomy as the treatment of last resort — typically only when the above options have not worked for a patient.

The cause of knee pain is rapidly diagnosed and treated as an outpatient procedure with immediate recovery of mobility.

His surgeon, Scott Ball, MD, explains how joint replacements can now often be performed as outpatient procedures.

Oxygen therapy is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, though hospitals do employ the therapy if you are hospitalized.

Fortunately most of the torn tissue problems in the shoulder can be repaired under a local block with an arthroscope as an outpatient procedure.

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Now more than 70 percent of surgical procedures are performed in an outpatient setting, including more complex surgeries, such as hysterectomy, spine surgery and thyroid surgery.

He began assisting with simple outpatient surgical procedures that ayurvedic practitioners are licensed to handle, nothing more complicated than removing hemorrhoids, and later began freelancing as a surgical attendant at mainstream hospitals.

Since cyclodextrin does not cross into the brain from the bloodstream, the drug must be in injected into the spinal column by lumbar puncture, an outpatient procedure often referred to as a spinal tap.

«As health care moves toward more patient - centered care, it's critical that interventional radiologists, in collaboration with urologists, are able to provide BPH patients with a relatively painless, outpatient procedure,» said Sandeep Bagla, M.D., the study's lead researcher and an interventional radiologist at Inova Alexandria Hospital in Virginia.

In this section, we have compiled information to help make your outpatient appointment, procedure or surgery, or inpatient hospital stay as easy as possible.

These types of laser treatments can range from $ 2,500 to $ 6,500 and as this is an outpatient procedure, you will need someone to bring you home afterwards.

It is provided as an adjunctive procedure to both hospitalized patients and outpatients.

The procedure is usually done as an outpatient surgery with the pet being dropped off in the morning and picked up in the afternoon.

Certain treatment and supplies including hospital admission, inpatient or outpatient surgery and other procedures as noted in the Certificate of Insurance must be precertified for medical necessity.

The outpatient procedures that will be covered as a part of your health insurance policy will vary widely, and you should consult your agent before a procedure.

Medical assistants work mainly in facilities that handle outpatient procedures (or ambulatory care) as opposed to hospitals with larger, more specialized, staff.

In addition, many procedures that once could be done only in hospitals are now being done outside of hospitals, creating demand in other settings, such as outpatient care centers.

Provided smooth outpatient flow in such areas as financial screening, appointment and procedure scheduling; resulting in optimal patient satisfactory.

Medical assistants may be defined as allied health professionals who work primarily in outpatient or ambulatory health care delivery settings, most often under direct physician supervision, and who are able to be delegated both back - office clinical procedures as well as front - office administrative responsibilities.

• Reorganize the outpatient coding system and make it more efficient by streamlining information inflow • Successfully reconcile a patient data form, by quickly identifying problems in coding and changing the information before submitting it for insurance approval • Train 2 groups of hew hires in handling CPT and ICD - 9 coding as part of their induction process • Assign codes for diagnosis, procedures and treatments according to specified classification systems • Use technical coding principles to assign appropriate ICD -9-CM diagnosis • Identify chargeable items for outpatient visits and ensure that they are properly entered into the system • Perform reviews of records to assure that all component parts are present, including name, health record number and signatures

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) * And / or Certified Professional Compliance Officer (CPCO... Identifies and assigns CPT - 4 codes to all outpatient procedures as needed.

As appropriate: Assists with scheduling outpatient testing Pre-certifying patients for procedures and referral processing Responds to patient communications within practice guidelines.

Maintains supplies: * Medical supplies * Disposing of expired Sample medication As appropriate: * Assists with scheduling outpatient testing * Pre-certifying patients for procedures and referral processing * Responds to patient communications within practice guidelines.

Some of their handy works include administering medications, assisting with minor diagnostic procedures, obtaining the test results from the laboratories, performing electrocardiograms, providing therapeutic advice to outpatients as instructed by the physicians and monitoring of patient life support equipment to name a few.

EXPERIENCE Radiology Technologist September 2008 - September 2009 Godwin Corporation, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI Proficient in all clerical aspects of radiology to include patient check - in, informed consent, and use of CHCS and PACS programs Fluoroscopic exams to include pediatric and adult barium enemas, esophagrams, G.I. studies, VCUG's, HSG's, and modified barium swallows Use of portable C - arm in operating room procedures to include orthopedic, spinal, abdominal, urologic, vascular, and interventional radiology cases Operation of stationary C - arm in upper and lower extremity arthrogram studies and lumbar punctures Preparation of contrast material for gastrointestinal, gynecological, urologic, intravenous and intra-arterial studies Inpatient and outpatient diagnostic x-rays to include upper and lower extremities, cranium, chest and abdomen Proficient in emergency patient care protocol to include CPR, oxygen administration, suction and use of monitoring systems such as EKG and blood pressure equipment Adherence to all radiation protection standards in accordance with ALARA Instruction of Army Radiology students in all aspects of radiography Radiology Specialist (Active Duty) February 2008 - July 2008 U.S. Army, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI Diagnostic radiographic imaging using digital, portable, C - arm and plain film systems Fluoroscopic, orthopedic and operating room radiography utilizing GE, Siemens, Canon, and Fuji equipment Interventional procedures to include aortograms, peripheral and cerebral angiography, venography, femoral runoffs, arthrograms, fistulagrams and lumbar punctures Preparation and set up of sterile field and instruments for interventional and fluoroscopic procedures using proper sterile technique Proper set up and use of intra-arterial and intravenous injector systems Experience with reconstruction, subtraction, road mapping and duplication of digital images Orientation to additional radiology modalities such as ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, CT and mammography

Professional Experience Godwin Corporation (Tripler Army Medical Center, HI) 9/2009 — Present Radiology Technologist • Exhibit proficiency in all clerical aspects of radiology including patient check - in, informed consent, the use of CHCS and PACS programs, and adherence to ALARA radiation protection standards • Perform fluoroscopic exams such as pediatric and adult barium enemas, esophagrams, G.I. studies, VCUG's, HSG's, and modified barium swallows • Operate portable C - arm equipment in orthopedic, spinal, abdominal, urologic, vascular, and interventional radiology operating room procedures, as well as stationary C - arm use in arthrograms and lumbar punctures • Prep contrast materials for gastrointestinal, gynecological, urologic, intravenous, and intra-arterial exams • Capture inpatient / outpatient diagnostic x-rays of upper / lower extremities, cranium, chest, and abdomen • Execute efficiently all emergency patient care protocol, including CPR, oxygen administration, suction, and the use of monitoring systems such as EKG and blood pressure equipment • Provide valuable on - site instruction in all aspects of radiography to Army radiology students

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Supervised clinical and administrative operations in a 4 physician primary care private practice Oversaw three physician interventional radiology practice for patients with renal and vascular conditions Managed a hemodialysis clinic serving approximately 200 geriatric residents Served as Primary RN / Charge Nurse in a 37 station hemodialysis center Treated cardiology, oncology, pulmonary, and infectious disease patients in a hospital setting Experienced in outpatient care as well as CCU / ICU and PACU Hired, trained, and supervised nurses, medical techs, and administrative support staff Responsible for team scheduling, performance reviews, and staff development / education Handled phlebotomy, lab work, catheters, medication administration, and vascular access devices Prepared patients for thrombectomy, fistulagram, angioplasty, and other interventional procedures Treated patients suffering from ESRD, diabetes, HTN, and chronic infections Performed triage, admittance, patient histories, charting, scheduling, and billing Oversaw medical equipment maintenance and supply inventory replenishing as needed Directed company marketing and patient recruitment through medical fairs and other community events

Medical Billing Specialist — Duties & Responsibilities Manage medical billing, coding, and customer service operation for industry leading corporations Develop extensive experience with all major medical insurance providers Provide exceptional customer service resulting in 100 % client satisfaction rating Maximize reimbursements and minimize costs through effective management Serve as member of Rate Book Committee overseeing 80,000 outpatient third party accounts Recruit, hire, and train staff ensuring understanding of company brand, policies, and procedures Responsible for $ 100 million per year in company income and company record of $ 46 million in one month Oversee financial management providing best practices and strategic planning Build and strengthen relationships with third party payors including Medicare, Medicaid, and others Author and present reports to senior leadership regarding company financial health Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and project timelines Ensure compliance with applicable laws and industry regulations Establish and maintain detailed records regarding claims, billing, and client information Create and implement clinical and nonclinical team training activities Consistently promoted for excellence in management, customer service, and revenue generation Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Graduate Practical Nurse — Duties & Responsibilities Accumulate 678 clinical hours in medical / surgical, cardio vascular, neurology, obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, pediatric oncology, and outpatient care at the Veteran's Administration Obtain and maintain federal clearance to work with VA staff and patients Assist more than 200 RN's, Charge RN's, CNA's, and physicians Perform intake, preoperative clearance, history and physical, EKGs, lab tests, discharge, and follow - up Assess, diagnose, and treat sprains, strains, lacerations, and other physical injuries Responsible for IV line insertion, blood product administration, and medication Determine severity of patient condition and promptly refer to specialists when appropriate Develop and administer disease management plan ensuring high quality, comprehensive care Provide acute episodic and chronic care to adult and pediatric populations Facilitate case management, consultation, and interdisciplinary patient care Educate patients in healthy diets, exercise, smoking cessation, and overall positive lifestyles Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Proven ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure, emergency care situations Perform administrative functions including phones, data entry, and other tasks as needed Perform all duties in a positive, professional, and courteous manner