ED Management – April 1, 2013

April 1, 2013

• ED-based protocols speed care to sickle cell patients, reduce repeat ED visits, and discharge admitted patients earlier

  Great strides have been made in the treatment of sickle cell disease, the inherited blood disorder that occurs most commonly in African-Americans.

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• Collaborative effort in Washington state slashes non-essential use of the ED by Medicaid patients, delivering millions in projected savings

  An unprecedented, state-wide effort aimed at curbing non-essential use of the ED by Medicaid recipients appears to be making an impact in Washington state.

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• Experts: Despite time constraints, motivational interviewing techniques can have lasting impact on drinkers, drug abusers

  Emergency providers are trained to deal with crises, but it can be frustrating to see the same patients rotating through time and time again.

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