Orthopedic cast specialist vs registered medical assistant

Differences between orthopedic cast specialist and registered medical assistant duties and responsibilities

Orthopedic cast specialist example responsibilities.

• Manage patient files by making new charts, keying all encounters through ICD-9 coding procedures and posting in patient database.
• Maintain patient medical record in EMR (Allscripts), casting and bracing as needed, prepare injections.
• Document clinical findings on the EMR.
• Code procedure using CPT coding and diagnosis with ICD-9/ICD-10 coding.
• Assist with in office injections including ultrasound guide injections and PRP.
• Instruct patient in care of and assist patient in walking with casts, braces, and crutches.
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Registered medical assistant example responsibilities.

• Generate referral letters for physician, manage and sort medical documents within the EHR system, and assist with e-prescribing.
• Demonstrate clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, performing procedures and managing emergencies.
• Attain medical histories, explain treatment procedures to patients, prepare patients for examination, and assist during diagnostic examinations.
• Front and back administrative duties, answering phones, scheduling appointments and compliance with HIPAA, CLIA, and OSHA regulations.
• Conduct lab tests in the areas of hematology, coagulation, urinalysis and serology collections.
• Run testing, calibration and controls of high complexity specialize in areas of chemistry and hematology.
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