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Going beyond the surface material: A podcast episode on cellulitis

PEMBlog

Anyway, the skin is warm to the touch, it’s uncomfortable, it hurts with movement, and some patients can describe an itchiness or a tight feeling in addition to the pain. Complications that you should be aware of include bacteremia, endocarditis, septic arthritis, or osteomyelitis. Pediatrics. 2011 Mar;127(3):e573-80.

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‘Not Accountable to Anyone’: As Insurers Issue Denials, Some Patients Run Out of Options

Physician's Weekly

And like the Tennants, many patients find themselves stuck in a convoluted appeals process marked by long wait times, frustrating customer service encounters, and decisions by medical professionals they’ve never met who may lack relevant training. For most patients, though, the process works seamlessly.