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What is the meaning of the term established patient?
An established patient is a patient who has gone to this doctor in the past.
Is an established patient anyone who has previously received professional services from the physician or another physician of the same specialty who belongs to the group practice?
3 years
What is the average cost for a primary care physician visit?
The average cost for a visit to a primary care physician is about $104. This would be for an established patient and a 15 minute visit.
Why might a physician be reluctant to give a blood transfusion?
There are times when a physician will not transfuse a patient. This might be that the hub level is low, but not low enough to make the patient symptomatic. That is blood pressure is stable, spo2 is ok and patient will be feeling fine. Another reason for not giving a blood transfusion is when there is a high temperature.
Cpt code for a 40-year old established patient presents to the physician office for a preventive care exam?
99396
How is asites diagnosed?
can be established by examination of the ascitic fluid, which allows the physician to differentiate between cirrhosis and tumor-induced ascites.
What causes trace amounts of ketones and protein in a child's urine?
Small amounts of protein might be symptomatic of a bladder infection and not necessarily a sign of kidney damage. Also some protein spill over with exercise is not uncommon. As usual, you should consult your physician if you have questions.
Does a physician with his stethoscope check body and can guess whether your pregnant or not?
Although a physician may venture a guess about a possible pregnancy by physical examination, this is not an acceptable or accurate way to establish this. Pregnancy is generally established by a positive beta-HCG test and an ultrasound confirmation.
What are the 4 D's of negligence for physicians?
Duty: Duty exists when the physician-patient relationship has been established. The patient has sought the assistance of the physician, and the physician has knowingly undertaken to provide the needed medical service. Dereliction: Dereliction, or failure to perform a duty, is the second element required. There must be proof that the physician somehow neglected the duty to the patient. Direct cause: There must be proof that the harm to the patient was directly caused by the physician's actions or failure to act and that the harm would not otherwise have occurred. Damages: The patient must prove that a loss or harm has resulted from the actions of the physician. K. Jordan East Orange, New Jersey define the 4 D's of negligence for the physician
Why every once in a while do you get tunnel vision than one whole side of your body goes numb and then you get a splitting headache?
This may be a symptom of Migraine with aura. However, it can also be symptomatic of other more serious diseases/disorders. See your physician or headache specialist for appropriate diagnosis and treatment of Migraine and headache disorders.
Is Ritalin bad for pregnant woman?
There are no established cases of Ritalin being harmful for the fetus. Please speak to your physician regarding the risks and benefits of staying on your Ritalin throughout your pregnancy.
What is the doctrine of proffessional discreation?
A physician may determine, based on his or her best judgment, if the patient with mental or emotional problems should view the medical record. Because the medical record is a written documentation of the contract established between the physician or healthcare provider and the patient, it must be retained for legal purposes.
