Medical Debt Burden Higher in Texas, Florida
California and New York fully expanded Medicaid coverage under ACA, but Texas and Florida did not
Restless Leg Syndrome Common in Ankylosing Spondylitis
Peripheral arthritis, uveitis, anemia, smoking, polyneuropathy higher in AS patients with RLS
Art Program Hones Med Students’ Visual Observation Skills
Students become better at observation and appreciate the importance of communication
Many Doctors Haven’t Started Dealing With ICD-10 Revision
Tips to ease transition include contacting vendors and health plans, improving documentation
Limited Time Available to Review Sunshine Act Data
Doctors have limited time period to review financial data and dispute reports before they go public
Med Students, Residents Rarely Perform Stethoscope Hygiene
After excluding cases prompted by attending doctor, stethoscope hygiene performed in 11 percent
Comparable Benefits for PT, Surgery in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Findings for study participants in their late 60s
Article Highlights Legal Issues Linked to Physician Extenders
Understanding legal issues allows effective use of PEs, who can be beneficial in health care
Patients May Be Modifying Meds Due to Trouble Swallowing
Some consumers do not consult health professionals if they experience problems, before modifying meds
March 2015 Briefing – Orthopedics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Orthopedics for March 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
