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Glossary of Terms

SPECIALTY DESCRIPTION
AcupunctureThe art of inserting fine needles through skin at specific points to relieve pain
Allergy and ImmunologyDiagnosis and treatment of allergic condition
Ambulance ServicesProvides emergency and non-emergency transportation and medical services
AnesthesiologyThe administration of various anesthesia to put the patient in a painless operation
AudiologyIncludes treatment and care of speech, language and hearing
Audiology / Speech TherapyIncludes treatment and care of speech, language and hearing
Bariatric SurgerySurgery dealing with gastric bypass
Behavioral Health - Addictions / Substance AbuseIncludes all mental health and substance abuse care
Behavioral Health - Eating DisordersMental health care pertaining to eating disorders
Behavioral Health - GeneralIncludes all mental health care and treatment
Behavioral Health - GeriatricsMental health care for older adults
Behavioral Health - Pediatric / AdolescentMental health care for children and adolescents
Behavioral Health - Womens IssuesMental health care for women
Behavioral Health FacilityFacility specializing in behavioral health treatment
Bone Density Exam
C - T ScanComputed Tomography - Radiology
CardiologyDiseases and disorders of the heart
Cardiovascular and Thoracic SurgerySurgery of the heart and blood vessels
Chiropractic MedicineThe science of adjusting and manipulating various parts of the body, especially the spinal column
Colon and Rectal SurgeryOperative treatment of colon and rectum
Critical Care MedicineTreatment of disease or injury in which there is danger of death
Dental MedicineIncludes treatment and care of teeth and gums
DermatologyDiseases and disorders of the skin
DermatopathologyStudy of structural and functional changes of the skin caused by disease
Diabetic Counseling
Diabetic SuppliesSupplies for treatment and maintenance of Diabetes
Dialysis ServicesProcedure that filters waste products from the bloodstream
Durable Medical EquipmentEquipment typically used in home health care to make patient's daily activities easier
Electrodiagnostic MedicineDiagnosis and treatment using electrical testing of the muscles and nerves
Emergency / Urgent CareThe urgent treatment and care of immediate disease and trauma
EndocrinologyDiseases and disorders of the ductless glands
EpileptologySpecializes in care and treatment Epilepsy
Family PracticeDiagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions
GastroenterologyDiseases and disorders of the stomach and intestines
General SurgeryDiagnosis and treatment of disease and injuries not covered by surgical subspecialties
GeneticsStudy of biologic inheritance
Geriatric MedicinePractice limited to the treatment of the elderly
GynecologyCare of the female reproductive system
Hand SurgerySurgical repair of injuries to the hand
Head and Neck SurgerySurgery relating to the head and neck area
HematologyTreatment of disease and disorders of blood and blood-forming tissues
Home Health ServicesTreatment and care provided in the home
Home Infusion ServicesTherapeutic introduction of a fluid into a vein in the home
HospiceCompassionate care of the terminally ill
HospitalA place where the sick and injured are treated and cared for typically on an overnight basis
HospitalistCare and treatment of a patient in the hospital setting
Infectious DiseasesDiagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases
InfertilityTreatment of patients incapable of producing offspring
Internal MedicineNon-surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the internal structures of the body
Laboratory ServicesThe processing and testing of specimens either collected on site or by another provider
LithotripsyProcedure using sound waves to pulverize kidney stones
MammographyDiagnostic Exam of the Breast
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Medical SuppliesSupplies for treatment of Diabetes, Wound Care, Ostomy Care, etc.
MRAMagnetic Resonance Angiography
MRIProcedure used to image internal structures of the body
Multi-Specialty (PCP)Provider of more than one primary care service
Multi-Specialty (SCP)Provider of more than one specialty care service
NeonatologySpecializing in the treatment of diseases and disorders of the newborn infant
NephrologyDiseases and disorders of the kidney
Neuro SurgerySurgery dealing with the nervous system, head, neck, back, and peripheral system
NeurologyDisorders of the nervous system and brain
Neuropathology
NeuropsychiatryAssessment & Intervention based on scientific study of human behavior relating to Centr Nervous Syst
NeuropsychologyAssessment & Intervention based on scientific study of human behavior relating to Centr Nervous Syst
Obstetrics / GynecologyManagement of pregnancy and childbirth
Occupational MedicinePrevention and treatment of occupational diseases and workplace injuries
Oculoplasticsof, relating to, or being plastic surgery of the eye and associated structures
OncologyDiagnosis and treatment of tumors and cancer
Oncology GynecologyDiagnosis and treatment of cancer in the female reproductive system
Oncology HematologyDiagnosis and treatment of cancer in blood and blood-forming tissues
OphthalmologyDiseases and disorders of the eye
OptometryPractice limited to examining the eyes for defects and prescribing corrective lenses
Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryPractice limited to the surgery of the mouth and related structures
OrthopedicsDiseases and disorders of the bones and joints
Orthotics / ProstheticsArtificial or supported parts used to improve movement
Other Facility ServicesMiscellaneous Services
Other SpecialtiesA unique or very specialized provider specialty which doesn't fit into another category
OtolaryngologyEar, nose and throat disorders
Outpatient ServicesCare in a clinic without room and board provided
Pain ManagementMultidisciplinary approach to providing services for patients with chronic pain
PathologyStudy of structural and functional changes in tissue and organs caused by disease
Pediatric CardiologyDiseases and disorders of the heart in children
Pediatric Critical CareTreatment of disease or injury in children in which there is danger of death
Pediatric EndocrinologyTreatment of ductless glands in children
Pediatric GastroenterologyDiseases and disorders of stomach and intestines in children
Pediatric Hematology OncologyDiagnosis and treatment of cancer in blood and blood-forming tissues in children
Pediatric NephrologyDiseases and disorders of the kidney in children
Pediatric NeurologyDiseases of the nervous system in children
Pediatric NeurosurgerySurgery dealing with the nervous system, head, neck, back, and peripheral system in children
Pediatric OphthalmologyDiseases and disorders of the eye in children
Pediatric OrthopedicsTreatment of diseases and disorders of the bones and joints in children
Pediatric PulmonologyDiseases and disorders of the lung in children
Pediatric RadiologyThe use of x-rays and other diagnostic procedures in children
Pediatric RheumatologyTreatment and care of rheumatism and arthritis in children
Pediatric SurgeryOperative treatment of children
Pediatric UrologyDiseases and disorders of the genitourinary tract in children
PediatricsDiseases and disorders of children
PerinatologyCare of newborn
PET ImagingPositron Emission Tomography
PhysiatryMedical field of study combining Neurology and Orthopedics
Physical and Occupational Rehab / TherapyRehab/Therapy Use of exercise to assist in rehabilitation and restoration of normal bodily functions
Physical Medicine / RehabilitationMedical field of study that combines Neurology and Orthopedics
Physician ServicesMulti Specialty Physicians Office Services
Plastic and Reconstructive SurgerySurgical repair or modification of tissue and/or bone for restoration and rehabilitation or cosmetic
PodiatrySpecialized care for disease, disorders, and conditions related to the feet
Pulmonary MedicineTreatment of disease of the respiratory system
Radiation OncologyDiagnosis and treatment of cancer through radiation therapy
RadiologyUse of x-rays and other diagnostic procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
Reproductive EndocrinologyTreatment of hormonal disorders that affect the reproductive function
RheumatologyTreatment and care of rheumatism and arthritis
Skilled Nursing CareSkilled care given to patients by a nursing staff
Sleep DisordersDiagnosis and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Specialty FacilityFacility specializing in a specific field i.e. Orthopedics
Specialty HospitalA hospital providing treatment and care for one specialty
Specialty Hospital - RehabilitationA hospital providing treatment and care for physical rehabilitation therapy
Speech PathologyTreatment of speech disorders
Sports MedicineTreatment and prevention of injuries and disorders pertaining to sports
Sub Acute FacilityProviding a level of care higher than long-term care
Substance Abuse ServicesTreatment for Substance Abuse i. e. Alcohol, Drugs
Surgical ServicesTreatment and care patients receiving an operation
Trauma SurgerySurgery relating to or resulting from a trauma, wound or injury
Urgent/Non Emergent CareTreatment of urgent illness, minor trauma that would normally be seen in Primary Care Practice
UrogynecologyDiseases and disorders of the genitourinary tract in women
UrologyDiseases and disorders of the genitourinary tract
Vascular SurgeryOperative treatment of arteries and veins
Wound CareTreatment of wounds

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