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ASCs Must Be Ready for CMS Emergency Preparedness Regs
Ambulatory surgery centers might not like facing yet another unfunded burden -- but the fact is that on Nov. 15, 2017, ASCs that receive Medicare and/or Medicaid patients must have in place emergency preparedness plans that meet all the requirements of new regulations.
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Updates on Zika Virus Disease
Zika virus disease is a global issue. While not technically an emergency, concerned patients will come to our departments seeking advice and diagnostic testing.
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Diagnosing, Treating Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
New guidelines offer tips for handling vague symptoms of dizziness associated with this disease.
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EPs Value Observation Care, Remain Wary About Tighter Restrictions
Even with MOON notice requirements, patient misconceptions regarding the costs associated with observation stays linger.
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Initiating Medication-assisted Treatment for Patients Presenting With Opioid Withdrawal
Critical to success: partnering with a reliable provider who can take over care of patients after they have been discharged from the ED.
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Is This a Typical Flutter?
Atrial flutter is characterized by a special pattern of regular atrial activity that in adults almost always occurs at a rate of 300/minute (250-350/minute range).
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Clinical Briefs
In this section: the evolution of prostate cancer screening; the limitations of online health information; and treating polycystic ovary syndrome patients.
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Valbenazine Capsules (Ingrezza)
Valbenazine is indicated for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia in adults.
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Insomnia Disorder: Evidence for Psychological and Behavioral Interventions
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is an effective intervention for moderate to severe insomnia disorder and should be considered as an initial treatment.
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Putting the Genie Back in the Prescription Bottle
Researchers recently developed an evidence-based algorithm for reducing the use of proton pump inhibitors.