Prism Career Institute

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

It’s important for medical assistants to speak clearly, confirm the appointment date and time, and remain professional throughout the process. Taking Vitals and Medical Histories Another main job duty for medical assistants is taking patients’ vitals and recording their medical histories.

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Health Prime

AUGUST 1, 2024

Selecting the appropriate ICD-10 code based on the patient’s medical history and the vaccines administered is crucial. You can also utilize updated codebooks, online resources, and coding software to assist in identifying the correct codes based on the services provided and the patient’s medical history.

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Prism Career Institute

JULY 23, 2024

Assistants must also log 100 hours of continuing education every two years and become re-certified every six. Where Do OB/GYN Medical Assistants Work? Medical assistants are expected to handle a variety of routine tasks at a moment’s notice.

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NHA Now

AUGUST 18, 2020

When pharmacy technicians are taking medication histories and doing reconciliation work, critical thinking skills are vital to performing the investigation and interpreting the information received. One of the best ways to sharpen your critical thinking skills is through continuing education.

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Northwest Suburban College

JULY 11, 2024

Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Medication therapy management (MTM) services involve comprehensive reviews of a patient’s medication regimen to optimize therapeutic outcomes, minimize adverse effects, and ensure adherence to treatment plans.

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Will Peach MD

AUGUST 21, 2023

The guide­lines emphasize the­ need for a thorough pre-proce­dure review, which include­s obtaining a detailed medical history, conducting a physical e­xamination, and assessing the patient’s suitability for se­dation. Healthcare­ professionals play a crucial role in impleme­nting sedation practice guideline­s successfully.

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MedAssistantEDU.org

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Candidates can get recertified by completing the CMA Certification/Recertification exam or completing the continuing education. One continuing education unit, 1 contact hour, or 1 college credit hour equals one recertification point. The CMA is renewed every five years.

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