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Med Terms for the PCC

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Cardiology   The branch of medical science concerned with the heart and its diseases  
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Dermatology   The branch of medicine concerned with the skin and its diseases  
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Geriatrics   the branch of medicine dealing with the diseases, debilities, and care of aged persons (usually pt's 65 & older)  
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Obstetrics (OB)   the branch of medical science concerned with childbirth and caring for and treating women in or in connection with childbirth  
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Gynecology (Gyn)   the branch of medical science that deals with the health maintenance and diseases of women, especially of the reproductive organs  
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Endocrinology   the branch of biology dealing with the endocrine glands and their secretions, especially in relation to their processes or functions  
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Gastroenterology   the study of the structure, functions, and diseases of digestive organs  
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Ophthalmology   the branch of medical science dealing with the anatomy, functions, and diseases of the eye  
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Pediatrics   the branch of medicine concerned with the development, care, and diseases of babies and children  
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Psychology   the science of the mind or of mental states and processes  
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Psychiatry   the practice or science of diagnosing and treating mental disorders  
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Pulmonology   The branch of medicine that deals with diseases of the respiratory system  
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Urology   The medical specialty concerned with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases of the urinary tract in females and of the genitourinary tract in males  
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Podiatry   the care of the human foot, especially the diagnosis and treatment of foot disorders  
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Neurology   The branch of medical science that deals with the nervous system and disorders affecting it  
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Oncology   The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer  
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Orthopedics   The branch of medicine that deals with the treatment of disorders or injuries of the bones, joints, and associated muscles  
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Rheumatology   The branch of medicine that deals with any of several pathological conditions of the muscles, tendons, joints, bones, or nerves  
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Otolaryngology (ENT, HNS)   the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, function, and diseases of the ear, nose, and throat  
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Internal Medicine   branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of internal or non-surgical disorders (general practitioner who usually only sees adults 18+)  
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Family Practice   branch of medicine which provides general medical care for the whole family  
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Attending (physician)   a physician who has completed residency and practices medicine in a clinic or hospital, in the specialty learned during residency  
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Fellow   A physician who enters a training program in a medical specialty after completing residency, usually in a hospital or academic setting  
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Resident   A physician who has finished medical school and is receiving training in a specialized area(the length of residency varies according to the specialty)  
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Osteopathy   A system of healing based on the manipulation of bones or other parts of the body (D.O)  
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Acute   Beginning abruptly with marked intensity or sharpness, then subsiding after a relatively short period.  
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Chronic   Of a disease or disorder persisting for a long period, often for the remainder of a person's lifetime  
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Triplicate prescription   A prescription for controlled substances in which the physician keeps one copy of the prescription for five years and sends two copies with the patient to the pharmacist  
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Urgent Care   Medical problems that are not emergencies yet require medical attention usually within 24-48 hours  
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Emergency   An unforseen or sudden occurrence that may be life threatening and requires immediate medical attention  
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Home Health Services   Medical, nursing homemaker or other health related services provided at an individuals home  
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Hospice   a facility or program designed to provide a caring environment for meeting the physical and emotional needs of the terminally ill  
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Referral   the process of directing or redirecting to an appropriate specialist or agency for definitive treatment  
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Authorization   An approval (by an insurance company) to secure payment for health services or equipment, usually prior to services being rendered  
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Coumadin   An anticoagulant which is also known as warfarin that is used to prevent unwanted and dangerous blood clots  
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Out of Network   Refers to any doctors, hospitals or other healthcare providers considered to be non-participants by your insurance plan  
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Controlled Substance   a drug which has been declared by federal or state law to be illegal for sale or use, but may be dispensed under a physician's prescription  
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Generic Prescription   An order for a drug identified by its official, commonly adopted, non-brand name  
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Primary Care   the care a patient receives at first contact with the health care system, usually involving coordination of care and continuity over time  
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Outpatient Care   Outpatient services are medical procedures or tests that can be done in a medical center without an overnight stay  
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