Medical Terminology & Documentation Flashcards

Which specialty would most likely request privileges for 'electroencephalography (EEG)' interpretation?

Answer: Neurology

EEG records the brain's electrical activity, which is interpreted by neurologists.

The term 'hepatomegaly' in a clinical record means what?

Answer: Enlargement of the liver

'Hepat/o' (liver) + '-megaly' (enlargement) means an enlarged liver.

What does 'FPPE' stand for in medical staff documentation?

Answer: Focused Professional Practice Evaluation

FPPE is a time-limited evaluation of a practitioner's competence, required for new privileges under Joint Commission standards.

Which documentation would a credentialing specialist use to verify a physician's controlled substance prescribing authority at the federal level?

Answer: DEA registration

The DEA registration authorizes practitioners to prescribe controlled substances federally.

A privilege request includes 'percutaneous coronary intervention.' What does 'percutaneous' mean?

Answer: Through the skin

'Per-' (through) + 'cutane/o' (skin) means performed through the skin, typically via a catheter.

Which term describes a procedure performed on both sides of the body?

Answer: Bilateral

'Bi-' means two, so bilateral refers to both sides.

When an applicant's name on a diploma differs from the current application, what documentation is typically required?

Answer: Legal name-change documentation such as a marriage certificate or court order

Legal documentation links prior names to the applicant so all verifications match the same individual.