Healthcare Systems AMCA-Exams
Teacher (Med Asst Certification)
Allergist - ANS-Performs test to determine the basis of allergic reactions.
Assignment of benefits - ANS-authorization to an insurance company that makes payment
directly to the physician for services provided.
Blood Bank Section - ANS-This is the section of the laboratory where blood is collected, stored
and prepared for transfusion
Cardiologist - ANS-Diagnoses and treats disorders of the cardiovascular system, including the
heart, arteries, and veins.
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - ANS-Assigns codes to patient charges and diagnoses for
insurance billing.
CHAMPVA - ANS-insurance for veteran's with service-related disabilities
Chemistry Section - ANS-The most commonly performed tests within this department include
those for blood glucose levels, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride), total protein etc
Chiropractor - ANS-Manipulates the musculoskeletal system and the spine to reduce symptoms.
Clinical Laboratory Sections - ANS-The medical laboratory is an area in a healthcare facility
where inpatient and outpatient diagnostic testing is conducted
Co-insurance - ANS-calculated on a percentage of a charge
Coordination of Benefits - ANS-services are coordinated between the primary and the
secondary patient insurances
Copayment (copay) - ANS-amount of money due from the subscriber at time services are
rendered. The amount is stated on the insurance card and collected at time of service.
Deductible - ANS-fixed dollar amount that must be paid out of pocket, by the insured before the
insurance will pay any additional expenses.
Dependents - ANS-family members covered by the insurance plan
Dermatologist - ANS-Treats and diagnoses skin disorders.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS) - ANS-Performs ultrasound scans in hospitals and
ambulatory care facilities.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic - ANS-Individuals that provide emergency
services and life support in the community.
Endocrinologist - ANS-Diagnoses and treats disorders of the endocrine system and
hormone-secreting glands; Ex. Diabetes and dwarfism
Explanation of Benefits - ANS-document sent to the insurance carrier that shows the amount
the insurance paid and how benefits were determined.
Family Practitioner - ANS-Serves a variety of patient age levels, seeing patients for preventative
care to acute illness.
Fee Schedule - ANS-physicians list their charge for each service they provide.
Gastroenterologist - ANS-Diagnoses and treats disorders of the stomach and intestine.
Teacher (Med Asst Certification)
Allergist - ANS-Performs test to determine the basis of allergic reactions.
Assignment of benefits - ANS-authorization to an insurance company that makes payment
directly to the physician for services provided.
Blood Bank Section - ANS-This is the section of the laboratory where blood is collected, stored
and prepared for transfusion
Cardiologist - ANS-Diagnoses and treats disorders of the cardiovascular system, including the
heart, arteries, and veins.
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - ANS-Assigns codes to patient charges and diagnoses for
insurance billing.
CHAMPVA - ANS-insurance for veteran's with service-related disabilities
Chemistry Section - ANS-The most commonly performed tests within this department include
those for blood glucose levels, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride), total protein etc
Chiropractor - ANS-Manipulates the musculoskeletal system and the spine to reduce symptoms.
Clinical Laboratory Sections - ANS-The medical laboratory is an area in a healthcare facility
where inpatient and outpatient diagnostic testing is conducted
Co-insurance - ANS-calculated on a percentage of a charge
Coordination of Benefits - ANS-services are coordinated between the primary and the
secondary patient insurances
Copayment (copay) - ANS-amount of money due from the subscriber at time services are
rendered. The amount is stated on the insurance card and collected at time of service.
Deductible - ANS-fixed dollar amount that must be paid out of pocket, by the insured before the
insurance will pay any additional expenses.
Dependents - ANS-family members covered by the insurance plan
Dermatologist - ANS-Treats and diagnoses skin disorders.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS) - ANS-Performs ultrasound scans in hospitals and
ambulatory care facilities.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic - ANS-Individuals that provide emergency
services and life support in the community.
Endocrinologist - ANS-Diagnoses and treats disorders of the endocrine system and
hormone-secreting glands; Ex. Diabetes and dwarfism
Explanation of Benefits - ANS-document sent to the insurance carrier that shows the amount
the insurance paid and how benefits were determined.
Family Practitioner - ANS-Serves a variety of patient age levels, seeing patients for preventative
care to acute illness.
Fee Schedule - ANS-physicians list their charge for each service they provide.
Gastroenterologist - ANS-Diagnoses and treats disorders of the stomach and intestine.
