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Primary care news round-up (22nd August to 28th August 2024)

Practice Index

Alarm as practices lose income for residential care patients The IGPM has reported that practices are discovering huge errors in the number of residential care home patients recorded on official systems. In one practice, the gap between the number of patients in care homes and the officially recorded number is 400.

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Primary care news round-up (27th June to 3rd July 2024)

Practice Index

According to the advice, practices should now use the system to prevent third parties from adding codes to patient records. The BMA says it has taken the steps to ensure that practices retain control of patient data. 62% said there wasn’t enough time during appointments to build relationships with patients for quality care.

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Primary care news round-up (6th June to 12th June 2024)

Practice Index

She said the number of GPs would need to grow but pilot schemes in seven areas were moving towards “streamlined access to urgent care or advice, and proactive, personalised care for patients with long-term needs”. The IGPM had warned NHS England of a “significant flaw” in one of the appointment management systems.

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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. The post The Role of Medical Assistants in Efficient Healthcare Delivery appeared first on Northwest Suburban College.

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The Role of Dental Assistants Explained by NWSC

Northwest Suburban College

In addition to assisting with procedures, dental assistants are responsible for preparing patients for their dental visits. They help patients feel comfortable and explain what will happen during their appointment. Dental assistants are also in charge of infection control.

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The Multifaceted Role of Dental Assistants in Modern Dentistry

Northwest Suburban College

With the increasing complexity of dental procedures and a growing emphasis on preventive care and patient education, Dental Assistants have become more important than ever in helping dental practices run smoothly and ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients.

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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.