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Not exact matches
«However, the increased use of wireless technology
and software in
medical devices can also often offer safer, more efficient, convenient,
and timely health care delivery.»
This community partnership program provides the preventative
health services that insures these children begin their education experience in a
timely manner while assisting the families in obtaining insurance
and medical providers at the same time.»
«Our findings suggest that despite the insurance expansion under the Massachusetts reform, access to
timely outpatient visits to a doctor may not have improved much,,» said Danny McCormick, MD, an associate professor at Harvard
Medical School, a primary care physician at Cambridge
Health Alliance,
and the study's lead author.
According to co-author
and co-director of the digital psychiatry program at Beth Israel Deaconess
Medical Center
and a clinical fellow in the department of psychiatry at Harvard
Medical School, Dr John Torous, the research is a
timely and promising step forward in the use of smartphones in mental
health.
This will lead to the ability to provide
health and medical interventions that are
timely, customised
and highly specific.
The researchers from Georgetown University
and MedStar
Health representing medical research, policy, and law, say their findings may provide timely and meaningful insight into what could result from the expansion of Medicaid, a state and federal program that provides health insurance for those with very low i
Health representing
medical research, policy,
and law, say their findings may provide
timely and meaningful insight into what could result from the expansion of Medicaid, a state
and federal program that provides
health insurance for those with very low i
health insurance for those with very low income.
Covering
timely research
and important
health topics, you will also get access to Dr. Eliaz's unique insight from the 25 years in
medical and clinical practice during which he has helped countless people fight,
and overcome, intensely challenging
health issues.
Medical collections, for example, are a common cause of credit score reductions since many very responsible consumers expect their
health insurance to cover the costs of service
and send payment in a
timely manner to the physician.
Job Description: • Represents the Kansas City Pet Project in a professional, polite
and enthusiastic manner • Assists the veterinarians on a daily basis with preparing surgery patients,
health assessments,
and treatments of animals • Assist in
medical rounds with Shelter Veterinarians or identifying animals that need to be seen by a Shelter Veterinarian • Administer medications to both cats
and dogs in accordance with veterinarian's prescribed doses
and ensure all treatment protocols prescribed for sick / injured animals are performed
timely, safely,
and humanely • Responsible for following best practices for sanitation protocols in all veterinary clinic
and isolation areas to reduce / eliminate disease transmission • Input all
medical notes,
health assessments, vaccinations, surgeries, treatments, etc., into PetPoint • Provides support for other departments, such as Intake, Foster, Placement & Transport, or Adoptions by assisting as needed for vaccinations, deworming, blood draws, etc. • Prepares
and sanitizes surgical instruments / packs each day to ensure packs are ready for use the following day • Assists with discharging animals to the public post-surgery or following up with sick pet appointments, explaining any
medical issues, medications, after care instructions, etc. • Ensures adequate
medical supplies
and medications are available
and reports any shortages to Vet Clinic Manager • Enforces
and maintain KCPP safety
and cleanliness,
and all
health and security rules
and procedures • Follows disease prevention procedures
and completes cleaning of veterinary clinic areas daily
and ongoing throughout the day to decrease biological risks to humans
and other animals • Care, feed,
and safely handle animals to avoid injury to persons / animals • Properly store
and maintain inventory of
medical supplies, including Schedule II narcotics • Performs laboratory analysis techniques to assist Shelter Veterinarians • Reads, understand, interpret,
and apply department policies
and procedures • Prepares reports
and other written materials in a logical, concise,
and accurate manner • Functions calmly in situations that require a high degree of sensitivity, tact,
and diplomacy • Communicates effectively with a variety of individuals representing diverse cultures
and backgrounds
and function calmly in all situations which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact
and diplomacy • Treats employees, representatives of outside agencies, volunteers,
and members of the public with courtesy
and respect • Provides prompt, efficient
and responsive service for all phone calls forwarded to the Vet Clinic.
Buchalter's
Health Care and Life Sciences attorneys provide timely, expert and business - oriented counsel to clients in every aspect of the health care industry, including health systems, hospitals, independent practice associations, medical groups, physicians, provider trade organizations, health care lenders and drug and device comp
Health Care
and Life Sciences attorneys provide
timely, expert
and business - oriented counsel to clients in every aspect of the
health care industry, including health systems, hospitals, independent practice associations, medical groups, physicians, provider trade organizations, health care lenders and drug and device comp
health care industry, including
health systems, hospitals, independent practice associations, medical groups, physicians, provider trade organizations, health care lenders and drug and device comp
health systems, hospitals, independent practice associations,
medical groups, physicians, provider trade organizations,
health care lenders and drug and device comp
health care lenders
and drug
and device companies.
I will work with you
and your
health care providers to ensure that all
medical records
and reports necessary to support your claim are in place
and filed in a
timely fashion.
Gary Srebrolow, chairman of the
health law group
and partner at Blaney McMurtry LLP, said «proper assessment of the case in a
timely manner, especially in a complicated
medical malpractice matter, may have prevented the need to even bring such a motion.»
Consistent with the determination of debt provision set forth in § 156.1215 (c), we propose to clarify in a new § 153.400 (c) that any amount owed to the Federal government by a self - insured group
health plan (including a group
health plan that is partially self - insured
and partially insured, where the
health insurance coverage does not constitute major
medical coverage), including reinsurance contributions that are not remitted in full in a
timely manner, would be a determination of a debt.
The
medical community also stipulates that people
and families with
health insurance have better
health outcomes, as they are able to seek
medical treatment in a
timely manner, rather that wait it out or end up in emergency care.
They implement the public
health programs at ground level
and extend
timely medical support to patients suffering from different diseases or disorders.
Delta Care, Front Royal, VA 3/2013 — Present
Medical Administrative Assistant • Greet patients and their families as they arrive at the facility and inquire into their appointment status • Check scheduled appointments and perform patient intake and registration duties • Schedule new appointments over the telephone, in person and through email and follow - up with existing patients • Review and validate health cards and insurance information, obtaining coverage information • Create priority list for patients based on appointment statuses and emergency situations • Gather information for patient charts and ensure that all patients» records are kept current • Contact insurance companies to acquire information of patient coverage and to process claims • Coordinate efforts with procurement officers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of medical supplies and eq
Medical Administrative Assistant • Greet patients
and their families as they arrive at the facility
and inquire into their appointment status • Check scheduled appointments
and perform patient intake
and registration duties • Schedule new appointments over the telephone, in person
and through email
and follow - up with existing patients • Review
and validate
health cards
and insurance information, obtaining coverage information • Create priority list for patients based on appointment statuses
and emergency situations • Gather information for patient charts
and ensure that all patients» records are kept current • Contact insurance companies to acquire information of patient coverage
and to process claims • Coordinate efforts with procurement officers to ensure
timely and accurate delivery of
medical supplies and eq
medical supplies
and equipment
THE
HEALTH HUB, Virginia Beach, VA (1/2009 to 5/2010) Front Desk Officer • Greeted patients
and families
and provided them with information on the hospital's services • Responded to inquiries over the telephone
and email
and ensured that appropriately limited information is provided to callers • Assisted in taking
and recording patient information in hospital database • Coordinated efforts with admissions officers to ensure that all admission
and discharge paperwork is
timely completed • Assisted with
medical billing
and coding duties during times of heavy work load
• To obtain a position as a
Medical Scheduler at Encompass
Health Services employing exceptional skills in handling patient registration activities, along with ensuring that appointments are
timely schedules
and follow - ups are managed on time.
Job Description: Must have the ability to multi-task in a busy office atmosphere Provide excellent professional customer service Register patients at the front desk Answer busy phones Schedule appointments Verify Insurance Eligibility Collect
and post co-pays
and outstanding balances Scan
medical documents
timely Prepare encounter forms or face sheets Assist with various projects on an ongoing basis The ideal candidate must possess: 2 years experience in a
medical practice Experienced
and understand
Health Insurance Plans
and coverage Outstanding work ethic, customer service skills,
and the desire to go the extra mile for our patients
and practice Exceptional attention to detail, ability to multi-task, prioritize while maintaining a professional demeanor in a fast past environment
The
Medical Assistant PPS has duties
and responsibilities related to patient care in the ambulatory... Records
and documents
health information accurately, appropriately
and timely on a consistent basis
Accurately
and timely entered
medical and miscellaneous charges for several occupational
health clinics into AS400 database
• Highly experienced in interviewing patients
and families to derive information regarding
medical histories
and past surgeries • Hands - on experience in determining patients» suitability for required surgical procedures by conferring with
medical staff members in details • Demonstrated expertise in deciphering the need for preoperative tests such as MRS
and bone scans • Qualified to juggle surgeons» schedules to fit in emergency synergies
and procedures • Competent in following up with labs
and radiology departments to expedite teat results • Deeply familiar with creating
and maintaining effective liaison with insurance companies to obtain coverage
and claim information • Proven ability to assist patients in filling out admission
and insurance forms, with special focus on accuracy
and legibility of information • Track record of effectively
and efficiently coordinating post-surgery appointment in a bid to ensure patient
health and wellbeing • Deep insight into interacting with patients» physicians
and other staff members, both within the facility
and at outside clinics to provide accurate,
timely and responsive information • Highly skilled in creating consent forms
and ensuring that patients
and families fill them out
and sign them prior to scheduled surgeries • Excellent skills in performing surgery related surgical procedures including answering telephones, maintaining records
and accounts
and fulfilling equipment requirements • Special talent for handling surgery related payments
and insurance processing duties
Some of thee regulations include paying claims in a
timely manner
and complying with federal
medical billing laws, such as HIPAA, the
Health Insurance Portability
and Accountability Act (see: HIPAA compliant
medical billing software)
If you think you would be well suited to interacting with patients who need appropriate,
timely,
and effective
health care, becoming a
medical assistant may be just right for you.
• Gather individual's
medical information
and communicate individual needs to our Nurses
and Health Services Manager • Attend and effectively and appropriately participate in medication reviews, medical chart audits, clinics and appointments • Monitor individuals, review records, and provide medical support at various locations within the Residential and Therapeutic Services department to assure an individual's needs are appropriately addressed • Communicate and consult with appropriate internal / external providers regarding medical needs and concerns; ensure appropriate information (med audits, health reviews, consult forms, etc.) is disseminated in a timely manner • Consult with the Nurses and Health Services Manager regarding coordination of medical, laboratory and dental care; follow up as required • In conjunction with approved staff, review Medication Administration Records and Physician Orders monthly to assure accuracy • Complete, review, and sign off on medical and health related documentation; complete paperwork and provide documentation for individuals» in services meetings • Provide educational in - services to agency staff in requested medical areas • Enter data and generate data base reports; track and distribute requested records and other infor
Health Services Manager • Attend
and effectively
and appropriately participate in medication reviews,
medical chart audits, clinics
and appointments • Monitor individuals, review records,
and provide
medical support at various locations within the Residential
and Therapeutic Services department to assure an individual's needs are appropriately addressed • Communicate
and consult with appropriate internal / external providers regarding
medical needs
and concerns; ensure appropriate information (med audits,
health reviews, consult forms, etc.) is disseminated in a timely manner • Consult with the Nurses and Health Services Manager regarding coordination of medical, laboratory and dental care; follow up as required • In conjunction with approved staff, review Medication Administration Records and Physician Orders monthly to assure accuracy • Complete, review, and sign off on medical and health related documentation; complete paperwork and provide documentation for individuals» in services meetings • Provide educational in - services to agency staff in requested medical areas • Enter data and generate data base reports; track and distribute requested records and other infor
health reviews, consult forms, etc.) is disseminated in a
timely manner • Consult with the Nurses
and Health Services Manager regarding coordination of medical, laboratory and dental care; follow up as required • In conjunction with approved staff, review Medication Administration Records and Physician Orders monthly to assure accuracy • Complete, review, and sign off on medical and health related documentation; complete paperwork and provide documentation for individuals» in services meetings • Provide educational in - services to agency staff in requested medical areas • Enter data and generate data base reports; track and distribute requested records and other infor
Health Services Manager regarding coordination of
medical, laboratory
and dental care; follow up as required • In conjunction with approved staff, review Medication Administration Records
and Physician Orders monthly to assure accuracy • Complete, review,
and sign off on
medical and health related documentation; complete paperwork and provide documentation for individuals» in services meetings • Provide educational in - services to agency staff in requested medical areas • Enter data and generate data base reports; track and distribute requested records and other infor
health related documentation; complete paperwork
and provide documentation for individuals» in services meetings • Provide educational in - services to agency staff in requested
medical areas • Enter data
and generate data base reports; track
and distribute requested records
and other information
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-- Duties & Responsibilities Provide support to other staff
and coordinate all care efforts while acting as primary point of contact to patients Perform frequent patient evaluations, including initial
and on - going examinations, monitoring
and tracking of vital signs, executing various minor procedures,
and both administering
and tracking medication use per physician orders for an extensive variety of conditions Alert physicians to any change in condition
and raise concerns when necessary through accurate communication Communicate effectively with other
medical staff, family members
and interested parties to facilitate the efficient treatment of patients as well as ensure the
timely information flow Collaborate in the development of treatment plans, providing guidance from point of admission through discharge while utilizing initial
and on - going assessments to provide correct
medical direction Deliver emotional
and informational support to patient, their 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, participating actively in all continuing education opportunities Utilize
and employ knowledge from clinical rotations in MedSurgical, Telemetry, GI, Emergency Room, Post-Partum, Nursery, Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Family Practice
and Urgent Care settings Adhere strictly to local, state,
and federal
health - related laws in the administration of care, the operation
and utilization of all
medical equipment
and procedures,
and treatment of patients Address patient
and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner
Professional Experience Indian
Health Services (Winnebago, NE) 04/2011 — Present Registered Nurse • RN for
medical / surgical floor, drug dependency unit, wound / infusion clinic, immunization clinic, ER,
and outpatient clinic • Oversee patient intake, triage,
and discharge in a
timely and organized manner • Provide exceptional patient care
and chart progress in accordance with physician designed treatment plans • Administer medications, treat wounds, perform tests,
and interpret lab results • Maintain working knowledge of accepted standards of care
and emerging
medical technology • Train junior nurses
and administrative personnel in industry best practices ensuring orderly operations • Responsible for patient
and family education in healthy lifestyles
and ongoing disease management
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 ope
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 ope
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 ope
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 ope
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
U.S. Navy Branch
Health Clinic (La Maddalena, Italy) 11/2000 — 09/2007 Hospital Corpsman / Lab Technician / Infection Control Coordinator • Responsible for performing testing in chemistry, hematology, coagulation, serology, urinalysis,
and microbiology • Triage patients, collect appropriate specimens, perform appropriate lab test,
and report results • Establish
and implement procedures to ensure
timely processing
and reporting of accurate patient results • Recognize illogical results, investigate cause,
and implement corrective actions before verifying or certifying results • Train staff in laboratory processes
and procedures,
medical technology,
and clinic policies • Lead department to an accreditation with distinction from the College of American Pathology (CAP)
Sentara General Hospital 3/2005 — 8/2006 Nursing Care Partner • Performed direct patient care independently
and under supervision of
medical team • Oversaw patient
health and progress ensuring
timely response to status changes • Assisted nursing staff
and physicians with administrative support as needed • Aided in overall patient care garnering valuable insight into effective case management
By participating in the trainings, participants will learn helpful strategies to coordinate care, streamline the referral process, improve communication, save time,
and provide higher quality care
and EI services; parents will be more satisfied with the care they receive through their primary care
medical homes;
and children will receive more
timely and coordinated services that will improve
health and developmental outcomes.
Promising targets for efforts to promote mental
health among urban Aboriginal children may include the
timely provision of
medical care for children
and provision of additional support for parents
and carers experiencing mental or physical
health problems, for adolescent boys
and for young people in the foster care system.
Meanwhile, if you truly want to reposition yourself as a PM for
Health, then have a read of this
timely and helpful article by the US president, Barack Obama, just published in The Journal of the American
Medical Association: «United States
Health Care Reform: Progress to Date
and Next Steps».
The latest edition of the
Medical Journal of Australia also has a
timely special focus on Indigenous
health, in the context of this ongoing debate
and particularly given the cutbacks announced in the recent Federal Budget.
Improvements in child
health:
timely medical visits for common childhood morbidity; high levels of compliance to immunization
and well - child care checks; reductions in hospital visits for preventable childhood morbidity, including childhood accidents / injuries
and accidental poisoning;
and improvements in home safety
and home environment
Some empirical studies have reported links between parenting, children's treatment adherence,
timely use of
medical services,
and health.