Altered mental status approach US Medical PG Flashcards - Medical Study Cards
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Altered mental status approach Flashcard Deck - 10 Cards
Flashcard 1: Do patients with point of service (POS) insurance plans require PCP referral for specialist visits?_____
Answer: Yes
Flashcard 2: Which part of medicare provides basic medical bills (e.g. doctor's fees, diagnostic testing)? _____
Answer: Part B
Flashcard 3: What is the most common cause of hospital readmission in patients with private insurance?_____
Answer: Maintenance of chemo-/radiotherapy
Flashcard 4: Which major medical insurance plan denies payment for any service that does not meet evidence-based guidelines?_____
Answer: Health maintenance organization
Flashcard 5: Which part of medicare provides insurance for prescription drugs? _____
Answer: Part D
Flashcard 6: Patient is angry abou the amout of time spent in the waiting room.
Answer: Acknowledge the patient's frustration and apologize for any inconvenience. Stay away from efforts to explain.
Flashcard 7: Patient is upset about the way they were treated by another doctor or member of office staff.
Answer: Suggest that the patient speak directly with that physician. If problem with a member of office staff, tell the patient that you will speak to the individual.
Flashcard 8: A patient requires a treatment not covered by their insurance.
Answer: Never limit or deny care because of the expense in time or money. Discuss all options even if some are not covered by their insurance.
Flashcard 9: Phase 1
Answer: Small number of healthy volunteers
Extra: Safety, toxicity, pharmacokinetics
Flashcard 10: Which major medical insurance plan limits patients to a network of doctors, specialists, and hospitals without requirement of referrals?
_____
Answer: Exclusive provider organization (EPO)
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