Sensible Medicine

MARCH 28, 2024

Last week, Kate Middleton announced she had cancer, which was found during abdominal surgery, and was receiving ‘preventive chemotherapy’ That’s as vague as it gets, and no good doctor would assume anything about a person’s medical history from that. Enter the latest cycle of uninformed doctors.

Medical History 275

Medical History Hospital Billing Medication 275

Electronic Health Reporter

JUNE 16, 2021

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that mandates the creation of national standards to protect delicate and private patient medical history and health information from being disclosed […].

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HIPAA Medical History Insurance Medication 125

Scrubs

APRIL 4, 2023

Allison Fisher has a whole new outlook on life after undergoing one of the most shocking surgical procedures in medical history. The symptoms lasted over a year, but the 20-year-old decided to ignore the pain because she doesn’t like discussing her weight with medical professionals. “I was scared.

Medical History 257

Medical History Medication 257

Scrubs

JULY 30, 2023

A patient may want to obtain a copy of their medical records if they plan on seeing a new doctor or getting a second opinion. Others may want to double check their records to get a better sense of their current health status and medical history.

Medication 239

Medication Hospital Medical History Appointments 239

Health Prime

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Inaccurate information can include: Incorrect personal details Outdated insurance data Incomplete medical histories These errors in data entry can result in claim denials from insurance companies, leading to payment delays and financial losses for the practice.

Medication 98

Medication Patient Satisfaction Communication Insurance 98

Sensible Medicine

JANUARY 8, 2024

The effect held up even when the researchers accounted for differences such as age, ethnicity, education, and medical history. The NPR story contained no comment on limitations. But added this sentence for emphasis. I singled out NPR because I would have thought that they would have been above this level.

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Medical History Tests Follow-Up Communication 288

Sensible Medicine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Old-fashioned doctors spend whatever time it takes to obtain a good medical history and physical examination. The history and physical exam is not something to be fetishized but something to be recognized as a time saver.

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Physical Exams Tests Diagnostics Discharges 293

Mobius MD

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Predicting Patient Outcomes – AI can process large amounts of patient data, including medical history, demographics, and lifestyle factors, to predict patient outcomes. AI can recommend personalized therapies by analyzing a patient’s medical history, genetic information, and other factors.

Diagnostics 52

Diagnostics Medical History Administrative Work Vital Signs 52

The HIPAA Journal

MARCH 20, 2025

Lake Washington Vascular was unable to determine exactly what information was viewed or extracted from its systems and said the information likely compromised included names, dates of birth, addresses, diagnostic test results, medical histories, diagnosis and treatment information, payer identification numbers, and government-issued identifiers.

Hospice 77

Hospice HIPAA Medical History Diagnostics 77

Electronic Health Reporter

AUGUST 27, 2019

But, little have we realized the criticality of patient’s history in treatment. It is human to remember information about major healthcare incidents, but it is impossible for individuals to store every detail of medical history. And […]. The article How Critical Are Electronic Records for Better Healthcare Outcomes?

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Medical History Medication 89

Valant

AUGUST 2, 2024

Customizable Note Templates The ability to create and customize templates for intake, medical history, therapy notes , and progress notes helps save time and energy. Medication Management Tools E-Prescribing is one of the most important features for psychiatry. Each gain in efficiency means more time spent with patients.

Billing 98

Billing Medical History HIPAA Collaboration 98

The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 25, 2024

The exposed and stolen data included contact information, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial information, health insurance information, medical records, medical histories, diagnoses/conditions, and health insurance information.

Medication 120

Medication HIPAA Medical History Best Practices 120

The HIPAA Journal

JULY 4, 2024

The exposed information varied from individual to individual and may have included names, birth dates, medical record numbers, medical histories, and health insurance information. SkinCure Oncology believes files in those email accounts were viewed and potentially obtained in the attack.

HIPAA 120

HIPAA Medical History Insurance Medication 120

Health Populi

JANUARY 16, 2020

One-half of consumers also believe people would be more likely to be healthier longer with care delivered at home, and nearly half of people also think people could be more adherent to medical advice and less stressed in the process.

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Medical History Admissions Hospital Medication 159

Valant

JULY 24, 2024

The information recorded may include symptoms, medical history, test results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescription medications, and progress made at appointments. Mental health progress notes, also known as clinical notes or treatment notes, are a key part of every behavioral health practice.

Medical History 98

Medical History Physical Exams Vital Signs Documentation 98

Scrubs

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

They will also ask the patient about symptoms and medical history. Typically, it involves a physical examination focusing on the nerves and brain. The doctor may check a person’s speech, vision, coordination, reflexes, muscle strength, and more. However, they will likely perform tests to confirm the diagnosis.

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Tests Medical History Medication 130

Health Populi

JULY 5, 2021

The team offers policy recommendations, first that healthcare systems adopt digital inclusion and informed strategies to support patients in initial use of digital health tech and sustain that use over time; second, that patients’ levels of health literacy and access to digital literacies be assessed in the clinical context as a medical history (..)

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Medical History Medication 154

Scrubs

MAY 1, 2023

Factors include the structural and functional changes that led to the neurological dysfunction, the spine levels affected, and the overall medical history. The doctor will consider various factors when determining the type of surgery. The surgeon’s expertise is also a factor.

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Medical History Medication 130

Health Populi

AUGUST 5, 2021

health citizens are with respect to their medical information. Eight in ten health consumers would access their physician and clinical notes (an area addressed in the past several years by the ground-breaking OpenNotes project ), insurance billing and claims, allergies, advance directives, and family medical history.

Medical History 118

Medical History Vital Signs Collaboration Insurance 118

Northwest Career College

MARCH 16, 2025

Efficiency in obtaining patient records will enable technicians to verify prescriptions for accuracy, check for potential drug interactions, and ensure that patients receive their correct medication. Supporting medical history and prescription availability within minutes will allow smoother operations and better handling of patient needs.

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Patient Records Discharges Medical History Medication 40

Pulmonology Advisor - Practice Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A pulmonologist and primary care providers are sued for malpractice after a patient with a complex medical history, misdiagnosed with asthma, dies of DVT. The post Malpractice Case Report: Patient Misdiagnosed With Asthma Dies From DVT appeared first on Pulmonology Advisor.

Medical History 59

Medical History Medication 59

We Care Online

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Once in the emergency department, nurses conduct quick evaluations of patients, checking vital signs, gathering medical histories, and performing physical examinations. A nurse’s day may begin with receiving reports from the previous shift, outlining ongoing cases and prioritizing patients based on their conditions.

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Vital Signs Certification Triage Teamwork 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 9, 2025

Medical Records Management: Updating and maintaining accurate patient records, including documenting symptoms, medical histories, and treatment procedures. Phlebotomy & EKG: Performing phlebotomy procedures and administering electrocardiograms (EKGs) , which can be challenging for younger patients.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Certification Vital Signs 52

Mobius MD

DECEMBER 11, 2024

An intuitive portal can free up medical staff time by allowing patients to review educational materials, schedule non-urgent appointments, and update their medical histories online. Most medical practices already have a patient portal, but many could use it more effectively.

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Patient Satisfaction Appointments Patient Experience Medical History 52

Minority Nurse

MAY 10, 2022

.” Capucao will use the Fulbright grant to travel to the Philippines during the 2022-23 academic year to continue his investigations into Filipino nurses’ histories, conducting interviews, collecting oral histories, and diving into historical archives.

Medical History 98

Medical History Medication 98

The HIPAA Journal

JULY 8, 2024

The compromised data varies from individual to individual and, based on the initial findings of the investigation, will include patient names in combination with one or more of the following: address, date of birth, Social Security number, medical history information, disability information, diagnostic information, treatment information, prescription (..)

Medication 128

Medication HIPAA Tests Medical History 128

Northwest Career College

MARCH 28, 2025

What is an Electronic Medical Record? Electronic medical records are, for the most part, an electronic version of the patient chart. They contain a core set of information, including: Medical histories. Medications; treatment plans: The records of the Doctor and the nurse. Results of the diagnostic tests.

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Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Medical Terminology HIPAA 40

Northwest Career College

OCTOBER 28, 2024

If you confirm proper contact information, insurance information, and changes to their medical history in advance, it can make the day of the appointment much smoother. Handling walk-ins will allow them to avoid interfering with the appointments scheduled earlier. Keep Records Updated Keeping the patient records updated is necessary.

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Appointments Scheduling Medical History Follow-Up 40

99MGMT

MARCH 15, 2024

In many cases, the role of a Medical Assistant extends beyond checking vitals and updating medical histories. With many doctors offering a wide range of treatments, additional staffing is required to ensure smooth and timely interactions and services for every patient.

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Medical Assistant Medical History Medication 58

Mildred Elley

MARCH 19, 2025

As an administrative medical assistant, you could assist the doctor in a more organizational and office work role.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Certification Vital Signs 52

19 Labs

JULY 8, 2024

Real-Time Data Access and Storage: Digital collection, upload, and storage of insurance cards and medical history accessible on any device. Third-party EHR Integration: Seamless integration with over 100 EHR systems, including OCHIN OPIC, Athenahealth, and CureMD.

HIPAA 90

HIPAA Diagnostics Medical History Communication 90

Health Prime

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Inaccurate information can include: Incorrect personal details Outdated insurance data Incomplete medical histories These errors in data entry can result in claim denials from insurance companies, leading to payment delays and financial losses for the practice.

Medication 52

Medication Patient Satisfaction Communication Insurance 52

Sensible Medicine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Take your time collecting the medical history, doing the physical exam, and reviewing the reams of outside records that are sure to accompany the patient. Next, take your time with these cases and put in the work. In every clinic day, there are visits that take more time than is allotted, and ones that take less.

Diagnostics 167

Diagnostics Physical Exams Tests Medical History 167

Minority Nurse

AUGUST 24, 2022

I also noticed that some patients lacked a basic understanding of their medical history and medication. While per diem there, I joined committees I was interested in and disseminated the information to the staff in my unit to improve our practice. A Life’s Passion Realized .

Patient Education 98

Patient Education Medical History Follow-Up Admissions 98

Mobius MD

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

AI-driven clinical decision support (CDS) tools draw on vast datasets–including a patient’s medical history, current health data, and recent medical research–to provide treatment suggestions tailored to each patient.

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Triage Documentation Appointments Diagnostics 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 7, 2024

An Electronic Health Record , or EHR, is an electronic version of a patient’s medical history that is maintained by a healthcare provider. It includes a broader range of patient data, including medical history, diagnoses, medications, allergies, immunization records, lab results, radiology reports, and more.

Medical History 52

Medical History Vital Signs Patient Records Long Term Care 52

We Care Online

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Learning how to take a thorough and structured patient history is one of the first skills taught in medical training.

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Diagnostics Tests Medication Critical Thinking 52