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Primary care news round-up (28th November to 4th December 2024)

Practice Index

Appointments reach record high Practice appointments reached a record high in October. million appointments in the month, three million more than 12 months earlier, itself a record, according to new NHS England data. The Royal College of GPs said practices now deliver 30% more appointments than five years ago.

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What is Automation in Healthcare? A Guide to Streamlining Operations 

CollaborateMD

Applications of automation span everything from medical billing and administrative processes to enhancing patient care through clinical decision support and real-time analytics. Automation minimizes human error in critical areas such as diagnosis coding, medical billing, and revenue cycle management (RCM).

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Medical Assistant Careers in 2024: Why Now Is the Best Time to Start

Northwest Suburban College

On the administrative side, you will be trained in tasks like scheduling appointments, managing medical records, and handling billing and insurance forms.

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The Role of Medical Assistants in Efficient Healthcare Delivery

Northwest Suburban College

They help patients understand their care plan, provide instructions for medication usage or procedures, and assist with scheduling appointments for follow-up visits, contributing to better patient outcomes. Billing and Insurance Claims Medical Assistants may assist in the billing process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing.

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This is what a medical office administrator does!

New York Medical Career Training Center

Those into medical administration work with patients, right from the moment they receive call for booking the appointment. A medical administrator would fix the appointment and gather information related to information. After appointment they schedule follow up visits if any extra testing is prescribed by the doctor.

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The Multifaceted Role of Dental Assistants in Modern Dentistry

Northwest Suburban College

A well-rounded education and hands-on training in the various aspects of dental assisting are crucial for aspiring Dental Assistants to develop the skills needed to excel in their roles and contribute positively to the field of dentistry.

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Dental Assistants: A Look Inside NWSC’s Program

Northwest Suburban College

You’ll learn how to make patients comfortable, how to take dental x-rays, and how to prepare patients for their appointments. We also cover administrative skills like scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling billing and insurance claims.