McDonald, who serves on the Assembly's Committee on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, said that in discussions with
staff there was an interest in preventing the tax from hitting
pharmacies or hospice
facilities, while also protecting those in recovery who are rely on opioid - based drugs like Suboxone or methadone.
The
facility includes a well - stocked
pharmacy, in - hospital surgery suite with laser capability, in - house digital x-ray and ultrasound, dental care area with digital radiography, a closely supervised hospitalization area, indoor / outdoor boarding kennels with outdoor play areas, and a professional grooming
staff.
Also, there are countless office managers, medical office
staff, and health care
facility assistants, not to mention lawyers,
pharmacies, building owners, equipment rental companies, and health insurance companies that also benefit indirectly from the vast services offered by medical coding and billing professionals.
Medical Assistant — Duties & Responsibilities Provide an informed point of contact to patient, communicating effectively with other medical
staff and interested parties to facilitate the efficient execution of procedures for patients as well as ensure timely information flow Execute frequent patient evaluations upon escort to examination rooms, including the monitoring and tracking of vital signs and assistance with minor procedures including EKG, Pap smears, cultures, urinalysis, and others Coordinate all
pharmacy - and insurance - related aspects between doctors, physicians, and licensed nursing professionals, including prescription submission, insurance pre-authorization, and referrals Alert physicians to any change in condition and raise concerns when necessary Provide support and supervision to other
staff and coordinate all care efforts, including material and equipment prep, procedure and appointment scheduling, vaccine administration, patient charting, and records management Collaborate in the execution of all plans of treatment, providing assistance and answering questions related to all instructions for home care Aid in the delivery of informational support to patients, families, and other interested parties, helping them understand conditions, treatments, and potential outcomes Develop and maintain competencies and knowledge of medical techniques, information, conditions, treatments, medications, and potential interactions Adhere strictly to local, state, and federal health - related laws, as well as
facility policies, rules, and procedures, in the administration of care and treatment of patients Address patient and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner, while participating in training practices to continue advanced education and leverage
facility resources and personnel Track, file, and view important medical documents, receipts, insurance records, and billing invoices on a daily basis, organizing and managing sensitive files and patient information in an efficient manner Maintain patient files, entering results into respective databases while auditing for accuracy and completion Assist other personnel with various duties as assigned to facilitate efficient administrative and business operations