Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies

This book addresses the most current competencies for CMA certification, CPR procedures, coding and insurance billing requirements, HIPPA regulation, OSHA guidelines, and clinical diagnostic testing such as haemoglobin A1c (diabetes) testing. It also includes coverage of timely issues such as medical response to bioterrorism. Thorough coverage of procedures remains an asset and Anatomy & Physiology coverage is increased significantly. It trains students on medical office administrative procedures and equipment, clinical procedures, infection control, anatomy and physiology, assisting with patients, medical emergencies and first aid, laboratory procedures, nutrition, pharmacology, diagnostic equipment, and much more.