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Biotechnology is particularly important in the field of medicine, where it facilitates the production of therapeutic proteins and other drugs. Synthetic insulin and synthetic growth hormone and diagnostic tests to detect various diseases are just some examples of how biotechnology is impacting medicine. What is medical biotechnologist? Medical biotechnology isRead More →

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For example, a syringe is a medical device. “Certain radiation-emitting electronic products that have a medical use or make medical claims are also considered medical devices. Examples of these include diagnostic ultrasound products, x-ray machines and medical lasers.” What is the meaning of medical device? Based on the regional andRead More →

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Examples of Medical Malpractice Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosis. Misreading or ignoring laboratory results. Unnecessary surgery. Surgical errors or wrong site surgery. What is medical negligence cases in India? Medical negligence complaints in India are usually received by the State Medical Councils, where the accused doctors are registered. A complaintRead More →

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An upper respiratory tract infection (URI) is a bacterial or viral infection of the nose, sinuses, or throat. Common symptoms of a URI are a runny or stuffy nose and a cough. Examples of URIs include influenza (flu), a cold, and sinusitis. Is a URI serious? Typically, a URI lastsRead More →

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CPT codes are, for the most part, grouped numerically. The codes for surgery, for example, are 10021 through 69990. In the CPT codebook, these codes are listed in mostly numerical order, except for the codes for Evaluation and Management. How do I get a CPT code? In order to establishRead More →

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The top 10 DRGs overall are: normal newborn, vaginal delivery, heart failure, psychoses, cesarean section, neonate with significant problems, angina pectoris, specific cerebrovascular disorders, pneumonia, and hip/knee replacement. For example, the fourth most frequent DRG overall is DRG 430, Psychoses. How is DRG calculated? The MS-DRG payment for a MedicareRead More →