Cardiovascular surgeon vs foot and ankle surgeon

Differences between cardiovascular surgeon and foot and ankle surgeon duties and responsibilities

Cardiovascular surgeon example responsibilities.

• Experience in skeletonize harvesting of both internal thoracic arteries, and saphenous vein harvest.
• Coordinate with patients and medical staff at civilian and military treatment facilities to schedule medical appointments and retrieve medical documentation.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with accuracy and according to HIPAA policies.

Foot and ankle surgeon example responsibilities.

• Manage all incoming medical records requests (ensuring office is within HIPPA guidelines).
• Coordinate with patients and medical staff at civilian and military treatment facilities to schedule medical appointments and retrieve medical documentation.
• Obtain referrals for all HMO patients.
• Prepare fee slips with correct CPT and ICD-9 codes, and ready deposits for billing service.