Search results for "Documentation"
MKSAP Quiz: evaluation for episodes of palpitations
A 42-year-old woman is evaluated for episodes of palpitations that last several seconds in duration. They occur once or twice a month and are accompanied by lightheadedness and mild dyspnea. She has not experienced loss of consciousness. The episodes are not precipitated by any particular activity, including exercise. She takes no medications. Following a physical exam, cardiac exam, and electrocardiogram, what is the most appropriate diagnostic testing option?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/01/12/3.htm
12 Jan 2016
The July/August issue of ACP Internist is online and coming to your mailbox
The July/August issue of ACP Internist is now online and coming to your mailbox.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/07/08/7.htm
8 Jul 2014
When visits become ‘on the record’
With recording technology becoming ubiquitous, more patients are recording their encounters with physicians, sometimes without their knowledge.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/04/when-visits-become-on-the-record.htm
1 Apr 2018
‘State of the Note’ summit outlines changes for E/M coding
A working group hosted a summit to examine how to ensure that the 2021 changes to E/M codes help relieve some of the burden of documentation.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/07/state-of-the-note-summit-outlines-changes-for-eslashm-coding.htm
1 Jul 2021
Climate change and consultation training
Readers weigh in on climate change and the best way to prepare med students as future consultants.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/01/letters.htm
1 Jan 2017
ACP advocacy for better regulatory policies
Two proposed rules on reducing administrative hassles and improving reimbursement illustrate how ACP influences federal regulatory policies for physicians and patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/09/acp-advocacy-for-better-regulatory-policies.htm
1 Sep 2018
IMGs face uncertainty amid politics, rhetoric
Proposed changes to U.S. immigration policy have had a ripple effect on the medical field.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/01/imgs-face-uncertainty-amid-politics-rhetoric.htm
1 Jan 2019
Fixing the system to fight burnout
Leaders of medical societies, including ACP, and other stakeholders in the health care industry are looking at broad changes in the health care system to help doctors.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/11/burnout.htm
1 Nov 2016
Collaboration with heart failure patients key
Comanaging cardiology patients after heart failure requires small adjustments, following recent guidelines, and patient involvement in decisions.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/07/collaboration-with-heart-failure-patients-key.htm
1 Jul 2021
Officers and Regents election results announced
The election of Officers and Regents has been completed. Terms become effective at the conclusion of the Annual Business Meeting and Town Hall scheduled to take place virtually on Sunday, May 2, 2021, from 1 to 2 p.m. EDT.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/03/officers-and-regents-election-results-announced.htm
1 Mar 2021