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What is required to process HMO requests?
How many days in advance must HMO requests be submitted?
What is the cost of the Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (PPSV23)?
What is necessary before receiving the PPSV23 vaccination?
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What should be checked before processing an HMO request?
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What is the required condition for a patient before undergoing a Kidney Urinary Bladder procedure?
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What happens if the details provided in the HMO request do not match?
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What is the time frame for examining a watery or mucoid stool sample after passage?
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Which of the following statements about collecting a routine fecalysis sample is false?
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What will happen if the vaccine is defective after purchase?
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What is the required time to examine a soft/mushy stool sample after passage?
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Is fasting required before a routine fecalysis test?
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What is the price of a urine culture & sensitivity test when taking antibiotics at the Del Monte Branch?
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What is the purpose of using a privilege card, such as a senior or PWD card, when visiting?
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Study Notes
Test Codes and Medical Services
- FBS refers to FBS (Hexokinase) testing.
- Lipid Profile measures various fats in the blood.
- CBCPLT stands for Complete Blood Count, a standard blood test.
- Sodium (ISE) is indicated by the abbreviation NA.
- Potassium (ISE) is represented by the symbol K.
- Creatinine (Enzymatic) testing is denoted as CREA.
- Transvaginal examinations are indicated as TVS.
- Whole Abdomen imaging is represented as WAB.
- Chest PA is noted with the abbreviation CXRPA.
Online HMO Approval Process
- Form submission is required at least two days before the appointment.
- Necessary documents include a valid ID, HMO card, and physician-issued test request.
- Unmatched submission details may delay the approval process.
- Confirmation emails will be sent upon successful submission and approval.
- Approved requests are valid only within two days of the appointment.
Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (PPSV23)
- PPSV23 vaccine administration costs 3,846.00.
- A doctor's request is mandatory prior to vaccination.
- Consultation with a doctor is crucial to assess vaccination suitability considering health conditions.
- Vaccines are supplied by MACROHEALTH INC., with a delivery timeframe of 5 to 10 working days.
- No refunds or exchanges available unless the vaccine is defective.
- Senior/PWD discounts apply only for walk-in transactions; ID is necessary for verification.
- Senior citizens can choose between promotional discounts and the standard discount under the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010.
Dr. Bhayalih D. Chua
- Practices in Cabanatuan as a General Practitioner.
- Available for consultations Monday to Saturday from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
- Walk-in appointments are welcome.
Communication Guidelines
- Initial call response includes greeting and asking for the caller's name.
- Conclude calls by offering further assistance and remind the caller about vaccine purchasing options online.
- Inquiry on the preferred branch and any privilege card usage, such as senior or PWD discounts.
Patient Preparations for Procedures
- Kidney Urinary Bladder: Full bladder required prior to the procedure.
- Routine Fecalysis: No prior preparation necessary; use clean, dry, leak-proof containers for specimens.
- Specific timing for lab examination based on stool consistency is crucial:
- Watery/Mucoid: Must be examined within 30 minutes of passage.
- Soft/Mushy: Must be examined within 1 hour of passage.
- Semi-formed/Formed: Must be examined within 24 hours of passage.
- No fasting required for most tests.
- Blood should be drawn 12 hours after last Lithium administration unless otherwise directed.
Pricing Information
- Urine culture & sensitivity testing (with antibiotics) is priced at 2,200.00 at Del Monte Branch.
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This quiz covers essential medical services and their abbreviations, including various blood tests and imaging techniques. It also outlines the online approval process for HMO appointments, detailing necessary documentation and submission guidelines. Test your knowledge on these critical healthcare topics!
