ACMA Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

Usually, these drugs are provided by hospitals or physicians’ offices who purchase the drugs directly from the wholesaler and bill the health insurance for the drug as well as the administration cost. This process is called buy-and-bill. Buy-and-bill is a process where physician offices receive medications for in-office administration.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In a recent blog post , the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) revealed the top trends in continuing education today, including: Engaged Learning Students learn best when they are able to engage and interact with the material. Our students learn concepts that can be applied to a variety of healthcare settings.

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WSMDA

APRIL 10, 2024

Are you intrigued by the dynamic world of healthcare and aspiring to make a meaningful impact on patient care? As a CMA, you will find yourself at the intersection of medical expertise and compassionate patient care, playing a crucial role in the healthcare ecosystem.

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Health Prime

AUGUST 1, 2024

As medical professionals, ensuring accurate billing for immunization services is paramount. Ultimately, precise billing safeguards financial health and public well-being, promoting effective disease prevention efforts. Code Selection Selecting the most appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes is crucial for accurate billing and reimbursement.

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MedQuest College

MAY 10, 2024

As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, so does the role of the medical assistant. Once primarily focused on administrative tasks, medical assistants now play a vital role in patient care, clinical procedures, and healthcare coordination.

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Health Prime

AUGUST 10, 2023

When your practice is understaffed, it can lead to increased stress, decreased efficiency, and compromised patient care. Moreover, offer opportunities for professional growth, such as continuing education courses or certifications, which can increase their competencies and make them more versatile in their roles.

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Northwest Suburban College

MAY 7, 2024

These tasks can be broadly categorized into clinical and administrative duties, which include: – Patient Care: Assisting patients in getting settled in the dental chair, providing comfort items such as blankets or neck pillows, and ensuring patients understand pre and post-treatment instructions.

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Health Prime

AUGUST 10, 2023

When your practice is understaffed, it can lead to increased stress, decreased efficiency, and compromised patient care. Moreover, offer opportunities for professional growth, such as continuing education courses or certifications, which can increase their competencies and make them more versatile in their roles.

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Northwest Career College

AUGUST 19, 2024

They also ensure that doctors, insurance companies, patients, and other providers have timely access to the critical information needed to deliver proper care. They analyze data, forecast future needs, and develop strategies for better patient care services and operational efficiency.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

MARCH 11, 2024

Job Opportunities for Certified Medical Assistants Medical Assistants work in a variety of healthcare settings, fulfilling administrative and clinical roles to support medical professionals and ensure smooth patient care. Outpatient Care Centers: Assist with patient intake and procedures. Medical billing and coding.

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NHA Now

APRIL 29, 2020

I pride myself knowing that my patients are grateful for my companionship to them during their stay, taking care of their personal needs and listening to their problems. a patient care technician in Alabama. If you're new to healthcare, highlight educational opportunities that have prepared you for the future.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 18, 2024

Due to their flexibility and valuable contribution to patient care, Medical Assistants are sought after by medical practices, healthcare facilities, and clinics. They actively collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring a smooth workflow and delivering top-quality patient care.

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Minority Nurse

JULY 12, 2024

Nurses, known for their dedication and adaptability, are now moving beyond traditional direct patient care roles and venturing into side gigs and full-fledged entrepreneurial ventures. Identifying Opportunities Nurses encounter numerous pain points in their daily routines—inefficiencies, gaps in patient care, and unmet needs.

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NHA Now

JULY 9, 2020

With an ever-evolving healthcare system, certified medical billing and coding professionals have to stay on top of changing codes, practices, and regulations. Staying current with annual coding updates is a best practice for ensuring correct documentation, coding, reporting, and billing.

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CareerStep

JANUARY 24, 2024

Daisy emphasizes the joy of being in a role where you can contribute significantly to patient care without the extensive responsibilities of a medical assistant. This career is ideal for those drawn to patient care but who prefer avoiding tasks like injections or blood drawing. Why become an EKG technician?

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Northwest Suburban College

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

As medical assistants play essential roles in patient care and administrative tasks, their skills are always in demand. You can move into specialized roles or different healthcare positions with additional training and education. Continuing education is another key to professional growth.

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Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 7, 2024

Dental assistants serve as indispensable members of dental care teams, executing diverse responsibilities that enable dental offices to function smoothly and efficiently. From patient care to office management, dental assistants contribute significantly to the success and efficacy of dental clinics in various settings.

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NHA Now

OCTOBER 30, 2019

I hope the certificants are able to grasp some of the basics of how to identify integumentary problems on the human body, along with some basic understandings of how these common skin conditions can be tested for and treated, with a goal better patient care and education.

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Northwest Suburban College

OCTOBER 11, 2024

They sterilize instruments, disinfect treatment areas, and follow strict protocols to ensure a clean and safe environment for both patients and staff. Administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling billing duties often fall under their purview as well.

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MedAssistantEDU.org

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Complete ten continuing education credits. NHA CCMA examination has questions from the seven domains to test the skills and knowledge of a medical assistant. Post payment and fulfilling the renewal guidelines, the expiration date on the certificate is revised. Here is how a medical assistant can renew the CCMA certification.

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ACMA Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Originally, the healthcare provider would proceed through a ‘buy and bill’ process, wherein the medical office first buys a stock of product and then bills the payer upon administration of treatment (Amplity, 2021). AMA survey indicates prior authorization wreaks havoc on Patient Care. July 2, 2024, [link] Mills, R.

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MedQuest College

DECEMBER 18, 2024

However, as dental practices adapt to technological advancements and new patient care standards, the responsibilities of dental assistants have grown. Modern dental assistants may now be responsible for taking X-rays, managing dental office software, educating patients on oral hygiene, and even assisting with specialized procedures.

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