Search results for "Patient education"
ACP, other groups issue joint recommendations on stable ischemic heart disease
Two new clinical practice guidelines for diagnosing and treating stable ischemic heart disease (IHD) were released by a collaboration of medical organizations.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/11/20/1.htm
20 Nov 2012
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/02/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Feb 2022
A good month to raise the rates
There are several important revisions for adult immunizations, including not using the live attenuated influenza vaccine for the 2017-2018 flu season.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/10/a-good-month-to-raise-the-rates.htm
1 Oct 2017
Coding made easy for annual wellness visits
Health care reform now reimburses for annual exams under Medicare. Now, physicians have to reform their practices and prepare patients for them, as well.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/06/tips.htm
1 Jun 2011
Treat the epidemic of medical nonadherence
Multiple diseases and multiple medications can lead to some patients not following their medical regimens. Experts are examining why in an effort to help improve nonadherence rates that can reach 50% by some estimates.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/05/nonadherence.htm
1 May 2014
Hang out a digital shingle
Physicians need to understand how to establish their identities and their practices online in order to attract patients in the social media age.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/07/tips.htm
1 Jul 2011
Medicare pays for annual depression screening
One in six seniors suffers from depression. That rises to one in four with comorbidities. Tools and screens are available to help internists integrate this new focus of care into a practice routine.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/03/tips.htm
1 Mar 2012
Medicaid expansion raises questions, challenges
This issue includes stories on Medicaid expansion in the states, diabetic foot care and addressing Clostridium difficile in the community.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/10/editors.htm
1 Oct 2013
Jury is out on truth in clinical trials
A digest of this month's issue, including the risks and drawbacks of stopping clinical trials early for benefit, colon cancer screening and an update on an early adopter of patient communication portals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/01/editor.htm
1 Jan 2009
An efficient form-ula for documentation
Good documentation is critical, and in today's environment it must be performed quickly, accurately and efficiently.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/01/pmctips.htm
1 Jan 2008