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 81

Hospice HIPAA Medical History Diagnostics 81

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

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. Results of the diagnostic tests. Medications; treatment plans: The records of the Doctor and the nurse.

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Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Medical Terminology HIPAA 40

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

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.

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Medical History Vital Signs Collaboration Insurance 118

We Care Online

MAY 28, 2024

Hormone tests, ultrasound and a range of other tests are also carried out. Genetic testing is conducted to screen for inheritable diseases. A thorough family medical history is also reviewed to identify any potential genetic issues. A detailed medical history of the donor and their immediate family is examined.

Medical History 52

Medical History Tests Medication 52

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.

Triage 52

Triage Documentation Appointments Diagnostics 52

Northwest Suburban College

JULY 19, 2024

Our day typically starts with preparing patients for medical exams. We also record their medical history and listen to any concerns they may have. These tasks require precision and a thorough understanding of medical protocols, which we learn during our training.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Patient Records 52

Valant

JULY 16, 2024

This covers information such as diagnosis, symptoms, medical history, test results, treatment plan, progress at appointments, prescription medications, etc. Progress notes, on the other hand, record information relevant to the patient’s treatment and response to treatment.

Documentation 98

Documentation HIPAA Appointments Follow-Up 98

WSMDA

APRIL 28, 2023

General Medical Assistant Overview Medical assistants are responsible for a wide range of tasks that vary depending on the healthcare facility where they work. They also assist physicians during medical procedures and may provide patient education and support. They also provide patient education and support for new mothers.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Certification Vital Signs Medication 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 14, 2025

Document medical histories and reason for the visit. Administrative Duties: Greet patients as they arrive, check them in, and update their medical records. Perform basic lab tests and prepare samples for external labs. Patient Communication: Provide patients with information about medications and special diets.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Scheduling 52

Northwest Suburban College

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Administrative Duties in Medical Offices Medical assistants handle many administrative tasks that keep a medical office running smoothly. This involves updating medical histories, recording vital signs, and noting any changes in patients’ conditions. This can include urinalysis or blood glucose tests.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Sterilization Tests 52

Arkenea

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The electronic health record (EHR) lies at the heart of this transformation, providing a comprehensive, real-time digital view of a patient’s medical history. Leave No Stone Unturned in Testing Providing end-users with a reliable and bug-free experience is non-negotiable.

Tests 52

Tests Medical History HIPAA Best Practices 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

Prism Career Institute

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

When a doctor comes in and evaluates the patient, they may decide a test or treatment is necessary. Medical assistants will be asked to help prep the patient and the required tools and equipment for these procedures. They may even be asked to perform diagnostic testing themselves.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Tests Vital Signs 52

Mobius MD

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

A well-designed and optimized portal can free up staff time by allowing patients to review educational materials, schedule non-urgent appointments, and update their medical history online. Implement pre-visit lab testing Pre-visit lab testing involves ordering patient lab tests for completion before their upcoming appointment.

Documentation 52

Documentation Scheduling Appointments Tests 52

Southern Careers Institute

MAY 13, 2024

Specifically, the duties of a medical assistant can include the following: Patient preparation: You may need to help prepare the patient for any procedures or treatments, such as removing bandages or cleaning specific body areas.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Physical Exams Vital Signs 52

Prism Career Institute

JUNE 5, 2024

Ophthalmic medical assistants must be familiar with the kinds of supplies and know how to order them. Performing pre-testing: Ophthalmic medical assistants usually perform pre-testing on patients, including checking eye pressure, using an autorefractor to estimate a patient’s prescription, and running visual field screening tests.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Appointments 52

NHA Now

MAY 13, 2020

Medication history technician Hospital pharmacy technicians may serve the role of a medication history technician. Coordination and conduction of environmental testing and air sampling for pharmacy areas in accordance with regulatory standards. Train new technicians and research pharmacy staff.

Hospital 52

Hospital Sterilization Medical History Certification 52

Northwest Suburban College

OCTOBER 4, 2024

They also collect medical histories to help the doctor understand the patient’s health better. Medical assistants also assist with different medical procedures. They might help the doctor during exams or even perform basic lab tests. But their job doesn’t stop at medical tasks.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Follow-Up 52

Northwest Suburban College

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Let’s explore the new innovations in clinical assisting techniques for medical assistants. Advanced Phlebotomy Techniques in Medical Assisting Phlebotomy is a core skill for medical assistants. It involves drawing blood from patients for various tests and procedures.

Clinical Assistant 52

Clinical Assistant Medical Assistant Medication Medical History 52

Valant

MARCH 30, 2024

These types of assessments can include standardized psychological tests, clinical interviews, and symptom inventories. A patient’s medical history, presenting concerns, treatment preferences, and any relevant psychosocial factors should all be documented.

Best Practices 52

Best Practices Medical History Communication Documentation 52

Medical Advantage

JUNE 20, 2024

Defining EHR Systems in Healthcare EHR records encompass a wide array of key administrative and clinical data, including patient demographics, progress notes, problems, medications, vital signs, past medical history, immunizations, laboratory data, radiology reports, and more.

Medical History 52

Medical History Vital Signs Patient Records Collaboration 52

Arkenea

JULY 12, 2024

For instance, some of the commonly used patient referral features are: Appointment Scheduling: Helps to schedule patient appointments directly with the recommended medical practitioner. Providers can look up for insurance details, past medical history, and allergies before going ahead.

Medication 52

Medication Follow-Up Appointments Tests 52

Prism Career Institute

OCTOBER 6, 2024

By reviewing records, handling correspondence, and managing workflows, medical assistants keep their workplace efficient and effective at providing the health services patients need. This might involve translating complex medical terms into simple language that patients can understand.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Admissions 52

Bell-Brown Medical Institute

JULY 15, 2022

Medical Assistants are an important part of the medical team. Medical Assistants perform many tasks, including taking medical histories, preparing patients for examination, processing insurance forms, and scheduling appointments. Medical Assistants must be able to multitask and have excellent communication skills.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Medical History Scheduling 52

Arkenea

JANUARY 25, 2025

Instant Health Status Report Both patients and healthcare providers can get access to complete medical records. Enabling quick access to health status allows physicians to understand past medical history, allergies, surgeries, or any other ailments. Medication history data prevents severe medicine errors during admissions.

Transfers 52

Transfers HIPAA Medical History Follow-Up 52

Prism Career Institute

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

As a medical assistant you’ll have a wide range of different duties, so having military experience is helpful. In the military, you need to be ready for any situation at any given time, so you’ll be prepared to juggle the responsibilities of the position.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Bookkeeping Physical Exams 52

Prism Career Institute

JUNE 1, 2024

Clinical Duties Medical assistants may be asked to perform the following clinical duties: Record patients’ symptoms and update medical histories Measure vital signs (i.e.,

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Hospital Medication Hospice 52

Prism Career Institute

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The responsibilities of an emergency medical assistant will depend on the specific needs of the patient, but they generally involve the following duties: Measuring patients’ vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate, as well as monitoring them at regular intervals to confirm patients’ health Documenting important patient (..)

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Medical History 52

CollaborateMD

MAY 25, 2023

Oncology medical billing is the process of submitting claims to insurance companies or other payers for oncology-related billing services associated with cancer management. The process involves verifying the patient’s coverage, accurately documenting medical history, submitting claims promptly, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Billing 52

Billing Medication Medical Coding Insurance 52

Prism Career Institute

JULY 23, 2024

Duties depend on the specific workplace, but they typically include: Administering medications Collecting patient medical histories Preparing patients for examination Explaining treatments and procedures to patients Delivering information about medications, special diets, and other instructions Measuring temperature, blood pressure, and other vital (..)

Medical Assistant 59

Medical Assistant Medication Bookkeeping Admissions 59

ACI Medical & Dental School

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Here are some of the key advantages of working as a Medical Assistant as a pre-med student: Hands-On Skills Learned Medical Assistant students gain valuable knowledge and hands-on skills, including but not limited to: Phlebotomy : Drawing blood and performing venipunctures.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Medical Terminology 52

Prism Career Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Considering medical assistants can be found in hospitals, medical offices, resorts and spas, sports facilities, and numerous other work settings, volunteering lets you test the waters. Learning What You Like Not all work environments are the same.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Coding Follow-Up 52

Arkenea

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Systems for electronic health records An EHR system is a system that stores patient records covering aspects such as diagnosis, history, test results, chart notes, and any other data that can be helpful throughout the clinical life cycle of patient treatment. The demographics of the system’s users represent another distinction.

Documentation 52

Documentation Billing Appointments Medical History 52

Medical Advantage

JULY 17, 2024

Key Differences Between EMRs and EHRs EMRs are focused on the patient’s medical history within a single practice, while EHRs aggregate data from multiple providers and facilities to offer a holistic view of the patient’s medical history.

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EHR / EMR Patient Records Medical History Follow-Up 52

Arkenea

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Profile Management: It includes aspects such as password recovery, personal information, medical history, payments, address, etc., Testing Once the app is ready, it’s time to test the waters. Whether the app will work or not depends on the testing process. which can be altered if need be.

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Tests Follow-Up Medical History HIPAA 52