BPA Medical Coding TERMS

What does the prefix "epi-" mean in medical terminology?

Above, upon

Define the term "hematology".

The study of blood and blood disorders

What does the root word "neuro-" refer to?

Nerves or the nervous system

What is the purpose of "antibiotics" in medicine?

To treat bacterial infections

The prefix "tachy-" indicates what type of condition?

Fast or rapid

What does "hepatomegaly" mean?

Enlargement of the liver

What does the suffix "-oma" indicate in medical terms?

Tumor or mass

Define the term arthroscopy

A procedure for viewing the inside of a joint

What body system is primarily responsible for transporting blood and nutrients throughout the body?

Circulatory system

What does "hypoglycemia" mean?

Low blood sugar levels

What is the meaning of the prefix "sub-" in medical terminology?

Below or under

cyanosis

Bluish discoloration of the skin due to lack of oxygen

What does "osteoarthritis" affect?

Joints, particularly due to wear and tear

What is the function of the urinary system?

To remove waste and excess water from the body

Define the term "bradycardia".

Slower than normal heart rate

What does the root word "derm-" refer to?

Skin

The suffix "-scopy" indicates what type of medical procedure?

A procedure for viewing or examining

Define "gastroenterology".

The study of the stomach, intestines, and associated disorders

What is "leukopenia"?

A decrease in white blood cells

What does "osteoporosis" refer to?

A condition characterized by weak and brittle bones

What does the prefix "pseudo-" mean?

False

What is "tachycardia"?

An abnormally fast heart rate

What does the suffix "-plasty" indicate?

Surgical repair

Define the prefix "peri-" in medical terminology.

Around or surrounding

What does "hyperthyroidism" mean?

Excessive activity of the thyroid gland

What is the main function of the digestive system?

To break down food and absorb nutrients

The term "intravenous" means something is administered how?

Within or through a vein

Define "encephalitis".

Inflammation of the brain

What does the prefix "endo-" mean in medical terminology?

Within or inside

What does "cardiomegaly" mean?

Enlargement of the heart

What is the role of the lymphatic system in the body?

To help fight infection and drain excess fluid from tissues

Define "meningitis".

Inflammation of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord

What does the root "cyt-" refer to?

Cells

What does the suffix "-algia" indicate?

Pain

What does the prefix "auto-" mean in medical terms?

Self or own

Define the term "neoplasm".

An abnormal growth of tissue, also known as a tumor

Bone and bone marrow

The term "osteomyelitis" refers to inflammation in which part of the body?

What is "renal failure"?

The inability of the kidneys to function properly

(can’t filter waste products from blood)

Define the prefix "inter-" in medical terminology.

Between or among

What does the term "hypoxia" mean?

Low oxygen levels in the tissues

The suffix "-rrhea" indicates what type of condition?

Discharge or flow

What does the prefix "macro-" mean?

Large or big

thorac-

Chest (ROOT)

What does "angioplasty" refer to?

Surgical repair of blood vessels

What is the meaning of the prefix "trans-"?

Across or through

Define "dermatitis".

Inflammation of the skin

What does "hemiplegia" mean?

Paralysis of one side of the body

What body system does neurology focus on?

Nervous system

What does the prefix "hemi-" mean in medical terminology?

Half

-ectomy

Surgical removal (SUFFIX)

What does "dermatology" study?

The skin and its diseases

What is the meaning of the root word "cardi-"?

Heart

Endocrine system

Which body system is responsible for hormone production?

Define "hyperglycemia".

High blood sugar levels

What does the suffix "-itis" indicate?

Inflammation

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

To facilitate breathing and gas exchange

"Myalgia" refers to pain in what part of the body?

Muscles

What does the prefix "poly-" mean?

Many or excessive

angiogenesis

The formation of new blood vessels

Define the suffix "-stasis".

Stopping or controlling

hypo-

Under, below, or deficient (PREFIX)

nephrology

The study of the kidneys and their diseases

What does "osteopathy" focus on?

The diagnosis and treatment of bone disorders

What is "arrhythmia"?

An abnormal heart rhythm

The suffix "-graphy" indicates what kind of procedure?

The process of recording or imaging

What does "cardiovascular" refer to?

Pertaining to the heart and blood vessels

Define "hepatectomy".

Surgical removal of part or all of the liver

What is "dysphagia"?

Difficulty swallowing

What does "oncology" study?

Tumors and cancers

Define "cholecystectomy".

Surgical removal of the gallbladder

hemorrhage

Excessive bleeding

The prefix "contra-" means what?

Against or opposite

What does "gastrostomy" refer to?

Creating an opening into the stomach

Define "encephalopathy".

Disease or disorder of the brain

What does the root "phleb-" refer to?

Veins

What is the purpose of "antipyretics" in medicine?

To reduce fever

Heart attack

What is "myocardial infarction" commonly known as?

Define "cyanosis" in terms of its root.

Refers to the blue color due to lack of oxygen in blood

The prefix "iso-" indicates what in medical terminology?

Equal or same

What does the suffix "-lysis" mean?

Breakdown or destruction

Define "rhinoplasty".

Surgical repair or reshaping of the nose

What does "polymyositis" mean?

Inflammation of many muscles

What does "hematoma" refer to?

A localized collection of blood outside blood vessels

What does the prefix "circum-" mean?

Around

Define "osteopenia".

A condition where bone mineral density is lower than normal

What does the root "myel-" refer to?

Bone marrow or spinal cord

What is the function of "diuretics"?

To promote urine production

What does the suffix "-pexy" mean?

Surgical fixation

Define the prefix "ambi-".

Both

What does "splenomegaly" mean?

Enlargement of the spleen

What does the term "necrosis" refer to?

The death of cells or tissue

pneumothorax

The presence of air in the pleural cavity causing lung collapse

Define the root "lapar-".

Abdominal wall or abdomen

What does "hemodialysis" refer to?

A procedure to remove waste products from the blood

Define "hyperplasia".

Increase in the number of cells, leading to tissue enlargement

What does the prefix "retro-" mean in medical terms?

Behind or backward

thrombophlebitis

Inflammation of a vein with clot formation

Define "colonoscopy".

Visual examination of the colon

What does the prefix "mal-" mean?

Bad or poor

What does the root "onc-" refer to?

Tumor or mass