Audiologist (Doctor of Audiology) Audiology is the science of hearing, balance and related disorders. Audiologists are experts in the nonmedical diagnosis and management of disorders of the auditory and balance systems. They frequently work with other medical specialists, speech-language pathologists, educators, engineers, scientists and allied health professionals and technicians.
(December 2010) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) Liaison psychiatry, also known as consultative psychiatry or consultation-liaison psychiatry is the branch of psychiatry that specialises in the interface between general medicine and psychiatry, usually taking place in a hospital or medical setting.
Sometimes, however, there is confusion regarding the difference between a consult and a referral. A consultation is a rendering of advice or professional opinion, followed by a report of findings to the referring physician. A referral on the other hand is simply a request to assume care of a patient. In order to bill for a consult, it is essential for that to be supported in the medical record. 1  Besides the key components which are required for coding any visit, there must also be documentation of the four âRsâ: 2  Request â for the consultant to see the patient (in writing). 3  Reason â why consult is requested.