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Risk of Acute Rhinosinusitis Progression Based on Duration of Symptoms, Method of Care, and Setting of Care [Acute respiratory infections]

Annals of Family Medicine

Setting & Population: Six practice-based research networks recruited patients aged 18-65 years with upper respiratory symptoms. Patients were recruited from primary care practices, emergency rooms and urgent care centers, and the community (e.g., recruitment flyers).

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Defining Emergency

StorytellERdoc

Emergency, as per the all-knowing Webster, is defined as an unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action. Furthermore, an emergency is also defined as an urgent need for assistance or relief. To office appointments sent to the ER because "we are overbooked today." Broken bones.

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Patient Testimonial – Austin Ault

Logansport Memorial Hospital

As a patient, you want to know you’re being cared for with the utmost attention and compassion. For Austin Ault, he felt reassured during his time at Logansport Memorial, knowing that our dedicated team was alongside him every step of the way, including the Emergency Room , Medical/Surgical, Surgery , and Orthopedics.

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Misconceptions of Employer Sponsored Direct Primary Care (DPC)

Plum Health

Direct Primary Care (DPC) has emerged as a viable, high-quality primary care model that liberates itself from the constraints of traditional fee-for-service (FFS) products. Employers are increasingly finding that DPC offers a personalized doctor-patient relationship, comprehensive preventive care, and overall cost savings.

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Need to See a Doctor Fast? Here’s How Urgent Care Could Save Your Day

Plum Health

These are the moments when you don’t have time to wait for an appointment with your primary care doctor, and the emergency room (ER) seems like overkill. As a doctor with experience in both primary care and urgent care , I’ve seen firsthand how urgent care centers have become a lifeline for many patients.

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Traditional vs. Subscription Primary Care Payment Model: Which Fits You?

Plum Health

Direct Access to Your Doctor : Many DPC providers limit their patient load, meaning you get more face-to-face time with your doctor, often with little to no wait time. Subscription models, however, generally don’t cover emergencies or specialists, so if you have frequent specialist visits, this can be a drawback.

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Finding the Right Clinic: A Guide to Quality Care

Plum Health

During these regular appointments, doctors conduct various tests and screenings to catch issues early. Your ongoing appointments help foster a strong patient-doctor relationship , making it easier to discuss your concerns and receive personalized care. But when should you consider visiting an urgent care clinic?

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