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Transitional Care Management care team impact on no-show rates to hospital discharge appointments [Patient education/adherence]

Annals of Family Medicine

Referrals were not placed for patients being discharged to another facility or who already had an outside primary care provider. A referral order was created in the hospital system’s electronic health record to the "Hospital Discharge Clinic," and referrals were placed for urgent (7-day) or routine (14-day) TCM appointments.

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Q&A: Physicians Weigh Improvements in MASLD Treatment Against Gaps in Assessment Strategies

Physician's Weekly

This is a well-done and concise summary of where we are in 2024 in trying to tackle the immense public health problem of MASLD.” MASLD is the leading reason for referral to a hepatologist in many US medical centers. Fontana, MD , who was not involved in the Metabolism study, tells Physician’s Weekly ( PW ).

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Combating Food Insecurity in Minnesota

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

The Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) adopted a resolution (policy guidance) in 2024 related to addressing food insecurity in Minnesota. An excerpt follows: 2024-04. Park Nicollet Health Services combines nutrition education with SNAP referrals.

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Coming Soon: Logansport Memorial Pain Management Center

Logansport Memorial Hospital

Logansport Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the opening of a new pain management center on April 1, 2024. A referral from a provider is not required but is recommended. The Logansport Memorial Pain Management Center will be located at 1201 Michigan Avenue, Suite 70, Logansport, IN 46947.

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HP&M Recognized by Best Law Firms® as National Tier 1 – FDA Law and Regional Washington, DC Tier 1 – FDA Law (2024 Edition)

FDA Law

Firms included in the 2024 Best Law Firms ranking are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. To be considered for this milestone achievement, at least one lawyer in the law firm must be recognized in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers.

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The Physicians Foundation Announces New Recipient in Leadership Award Program, Recognized for Addressing Drivers of Health

The Physicians Foundation

is honored for his transformative work, connecting patients with primary care and critical health resources BOSTON, August 15, 2024 – The Physicians Foundation is proud to announce Jubril Oyeyemi, M.D., In July 2024, The Physicians Foundation also honored E. Jubril Oyeyemi, M.D., Mirna Mohanraj, M.D. , As the U.S.

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Get the 4-1-1 on your 1099s: 5th and 7th Circuits Permit Paying Volume-Based Compensation to Independent Sales Agents

FDA Law

The Court explained that the unsigned prescriptions sent to physicians are best understood as proposals for care, not as referrals. 2024) , which affirmed Marchettis conviction for receiving illegal kickbacks but determined that most of his actions did not violate the AKS. Medicare or Medicaid). Polin , 194 F.3d 3d 863 (7th Cir.