Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 21, 2024

These professionals play a pivotal role in patient care, clinical support, and office administration, ensuring the smooth operation of the dental practice while also providing exceptional care to patients.

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Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 14, 2024

In this article, we will delve into the multifaceted responsibilities of Medical Assistants, discuss the impact they have on patient care, and highlight the importance of comprehensive education and hands-on training in preparing for a successful career in this rewarding field.

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CollaborateMD

JANUARY 31, 2024

The added efficiency gives you more time for patient care and reduces administrative headaches.  This article breaks down chiropractic medical billing software. Claim Submissions The software streamlines submitting claims to insurance companies. It updates patient records with insurance changes automatically.

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Northwest Career College

JUNE 30, 2024

This professional is responsible for various tasks such as scheduling appointments, issuing bills and statements, and managing insurance. In this article, we will explore five essential characteristics that define a successful dental administrative assistant. Success in this role requires a unique combination of skills and traits.

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Valant

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

An electronic health records (EHR) system can do more than house patient records—an EHR designed for CBT, DBT, and other types of behavioral health therapies can help meet the specific needs of your practice. These needs are best served by an EHR tailored to this field.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 26, 2024

These versatile professionals work across various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and private practices, performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks that contribute to successful patient outcomes and efficient practice operations.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 11, 2024

Pharmacy Technicians are indispensable members of the healthcare industry, ensuring the safe and efficient dispensing of medications and contributing to the overall well-being of patients. As healthcare continues to evolve, efficient and competent Pharmacy Technicians are more in demand than ever before.

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Medical Advantage

MARCH 8, 2024

This article aims to provide an overview of athenaCollector, its features, benefits, pricing structure, and how it compares to competitors in the market. The platform offers many features including insurance eligibility verification, claim scrubbing, and automated payment posting.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 26, 2024

In this article, we will delve into the aspects that make our Dental Assistant program at Northwest Suburban College stand out, discuss the importance of a comprehensive education in this field, and highlight how our program provides students the foundation they need to excel in their dental assisting career.

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Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 7, 2024

From patient care to office management, dental assistants contribute significantly to the success and efficacy of dental clinics in various settings. In this article, we aim to shed light on the crucial role dental assistants play in dental clinics, addressing common questions about their tasks, responsibilities, and professional growth.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 31, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore why cross-training is not just a buzzword but a crucial element in the career development of Medical Assistants and their effectiveness as integral members of the healthcare team. Training in basic medical laboratory techniques, such as specimen collection and processing.

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Northwest Career College

MAY 9, 2024

Medical Administrative Assistants (MAAs) play a crucial role in the daily operations of healthcare administration, ensuring effective communication and patient care. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the essential skills required for a successful career as a medical administrative assistant.

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Northwest Suburban College

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In this article, we will explore the essential roles and responsibilities of Dental Assistants, illustrating the impact they have on modern dentistry and the patient experience.

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Northwest Suburban College

MAY 7, 2024

Dental Assistants play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of dental practices, working closely with dentists and other dental professionals to deliver quality care to patients. – Medical Records: Maintaining accurate and updated patient records, ensuring the confidentiality and security of the information.

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Northwest Career College

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The work of a medical administrative assistant requires a lot of multitasking, from scheduling appointments and managing patient records to handling bills and much more. This article will look at five helpful mobile application tools that every medical administrative assistant should consider using.

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Northwest Suburban College

MAY 24, 2024

In this article, we will provide a comprehensive look at the rewarding career of a dental assistant, discussing their roles and responsibilities, the skills required to excel in the field, opportunities for professional development, and the lasting impact they make on the dental care community.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 4, 2024

In this article, we delve into the world of medical assistants and explore the many tasks and specializations they can pursue. – EKG Technician: Specializes in administering electrocardiograms to evaluate patients’ heart health and functioning, working closely with cardiologists.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 18, 2024

Among various healthcare professions, becoming a Pharmacy Technician is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a difference in patients’ lives. In this article, we will unravel the world of pharmacy technicians, discuss their key responsibilities, and explore the benefits of pursuing this rewarding career path.

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CollaborateMD

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

By directly addressing these issues, you can provide patients with a better experience. In this article, we will help you understand this dynamic and complex problem. First, we’ll explain why patient feedback matters. Then, you’ll read about the most common patient complaints and our ideas for fixing them.

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Northwest Suburban College

MARCH 8, 2024

By combining technical competencies, excellent communication skills, and genuine compassion, Medical Assistants contribute significantly to patient care and healthcare outcomes.

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 27, 2025

You can also use the article in conjunction with our free HIPAA Violations Checklist to understand what is required to ensure full HIPAA compliance. OCR launched an investigation after seeing a media article about the medical centers response to the COVID-19 public health emergency. Josephs Medical Center St. MedEvolve Inc.

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ACMA Blog

JUNE 25, 2024

Engagement in Prior Authorization: Duties and Training INTRODUCTION: The prior authorization (PA) process is critical in providing some patients with their medically necessary products. The pharmacy then notifies the patient and the prescriber of this request.

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Arkenea

MARCH 15, 2025

As healthcare providers adopt more digital solutions, the ability for applications to communicate efficiently, without manual intervention, has become essential to improving patient outcomes, reducing administrative burden, and enabling coordinated care. They will then have to request authorization from the insurance company.

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ACMA Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

INTRODUCTION: The prior authorization (PA) process is critical in providing some patients with their medically necessary products. It is the insurance or payers’ way of controlling costs by approving or denying certain medications, procedures, or devices that may not usually be covered or is on a higher tier on the formulary.

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Arkenea

AUGUST 15, 2024

We will also dive into the process of EMR API integration in the later part of the article. Improved Patient Satisfaction Patient well-being and satisfaction is the key objective of any healthcare organization. High patient satisfaction rate is more likely to attract more patients, and also retain the existing ones.

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Northwest Suburban College

MARCH 22, 2024

With their wide-ranging skillset and knowledge, Medical Assistants are indispensable members of the healthcare team, with their contributions leading to improved patient care and the smooth functioning of healthcare facilities.

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Northwest Career College

MAY 20, 2024

This article is valuable to anyone wishing to be a medical assistant. Further, it would let you know how invaluable and important this role is in driving innovation, efficiency, and unique patient care. They regularly plan appointments and update patient records.

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Valant

APRIL 21, 2025

In behavioral health practices, patient records contain highly sensitive information about patients personal histories, treatment details, and clinical interactions. Cyberattacks on behavioral health practices have increased in recent years, as cybercriminals recognize the value of mental health records on the black market.

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CollaborateMD

APRIL 29, 2025

RELATED ARTICLE: Simplifying Compliance: How Medical Billing Services Keep You Audit-Ready What is Billing Software for Mental Health? For example, CollborateMD practice management software offers billing features that ensure that claims are created accurately, compliant with insurance regulations, and submitted promptly.

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