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Zen and the Art of Doctoring

A Country Doctor Writes

I had this idea to write a post about quality, linking to the characterization of quality in the classic book Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance. Modern medicine, much like motorcycle maintenance in Pirsig’s narrative, often emphasizes technical accuracy, protocols, and measurable outcomes.

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One Disease With Many Names: Which One You Use Makes a Difference in the PA Process

A Country Doctor Writes

So I sent in a prior auth request with the diagnosis of chronic respiratory failure with hypoxemia. It said that the diagnosis I gave them was not a qualifying diagnosis. So I called the patient’s pharmacy and they don’t have it in stock, but they can get it and my insurance would require a prior authorization.

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How to Book an Online Endocrinologist Appointment from Any US State

Dr. Zaar

Whether you’re managing a chronic condition or seeking a diagnosis, virtual consultations provide expert care without borders. The post How to Book an Online Endocrinologist Appointment from Any US State appeared first on Dr Zaar. Why Choose Online Endocrinology Appointments?

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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

Understanding Coding: ICD-10 and CPT You may not think about medical codes when booking a dr appointment , but providers use them for billing and documentation. For a new patient visit , both ICD-10 (diagnosis) and CPT (procedure) codes are assigned.

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Electronically-delivered PHQ9s increase engagement in patients with depression [Population health and epidemiology]

Annals of Family Medicine

Eligible patients had a diagnosis of MDD, but had not filled out a PHQ9 in the past 2 weeks to 6 months. Main Outcome Measures: Percentage of patients who booked a visit for mental health. of patients in the intervention geographies booked a visit, compared to 5.2% Percentage of patients who filled out a PHQ9.

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Can a Psychiatrist Prescribe Medication?

Doctor On Demand

You may want to consider seeing a psychiatrist if you: Have persistent or worsening mental health symptoms Need a formal diagnosis or second opinion Want to explore medication as a treatment option Have tried therapy but still experience distress Need help managing or adjusting a current prescription Can Online Psychiatrists Prescribe Medication?

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Episode 134: WDx Episode #4 – The CPSolvers discuss gender biases and stereotypes with special guest Dr. Julie Ann Sosa

The Clinical Problem Solvers

She is an NIH-funded investigator and author of more than 325 peer-reviewed publications and 78 book chapters and reviews, all largely focused on outcomes research, health care delivery, hyperparathyroidism, and thyroid cancer, with a focus on clinical trials. She has authored or edited 7 books.