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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

Context: The Transitional Care Management (TCM) clinic visit is a uniquely billed visit type to review a recently discharged patient’s hospital course, reconcile medications, and continue ongoing workup. The pre-intervention no-show rate of TCM appointments at Wellstar MCG Health was 44% per month.

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Visiting a Health Clinic for Women’s Health Screenings

Mesa Family Physician

These screenings might include a pap smear, pelvic exam, breast exam, or referrals for mammograms depending on your age and family history. An establish care visit helps create a baseline of your health and is typically your first interaction with a clinic or physician. What If It’s Your First Appointment?

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Pilot Testing of the Treatment Burden Screening in Diabetes Tool in Primary Care [Multimorbidity]

Annals of Family Medicine

Setting: Two urban primary care clinics in Minnesota, USA. Population: 50 English-speaking adults with type 2 diabetes who engage in a participating primary care visit, clinicians participating in the intervention clinic visit.

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How to Improve Care for Patients With Multiple Chronic Conditions

Physician's Weekly

Many of these patients are clinically complex and receive care from multiple professionals—which creates unique management hurdles. Have clinical indicators of disease complexity or advancement. Communicate clearly with appropriate non-clinical staff. Have open gaps in care or medications not filled.

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10 Tips to Find the Best Diabetes Doctor for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Zaar

Check credentials through reliable websites like: American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE) Don’t hesitate to ask the clinic or hospital about the doctor’s credentials. Firsthand referrals often lead to trusted and patient-focused providers.

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Combating Food Insecurity in Minnesota

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

Streamline Referrals: Utilize technology like the Hunger Vital Signs tool and the Minnesota Food Helpline to connect patients directly to mobile food units, emergency food programs or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) enrollment services. Park Nicollet Health Services combines nutrition education with SNAP referrals.

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3 Tips for Finding a Great Family Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

Tip 1: Do Research and Obtain Referrals Start your search by asking friends, family, and colleagues for recommendations. Word-of-mouth referrals can provide valuable insights into a doctor's practice, professionalism, and bedside manner. Choose a clinic close to your home or workplace to make visits more convenient.