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Pain-Related Medication in Adults with Intellectual Disability: a systematic review [Pain management]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) experience multiple chronic conditions (MCCs) and polypharmacy at a younger age than those without ID. There was over-prescribing of antipsychotic medication without an associated diagnosis. Study Design and Analysis: Systematic review (PROSPERO CRD42023415051).

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The Impact of a Health Professions Education Program on Concussion Management: A Multi-Methods Study of ECHO Concussion [Neurologic illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

The ECHO (Extensions for Community Healthcare Outcomes) model is an ideal platform for dissemination of best practice guidelines and standards of care in common, complex, acute and chronic conditions. ECHO Concussion was launched in 2019 to teach clinicians a comprehensive approach to concussion diagnosis and management.

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Ambulatory Behavioral Health Referral Patterns in the Setting of Chronic Medical Conditions [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Patients with chronic medical conditions (CCs) and behavioral comorbidities have lower quality of life and increased healthcare expenses. Population Studies: NA Intervention/Instrument: NA Outcome Measures: NA Results: 45% (n = 3,889) of patients referred to ambulatory BH care had 1 or more chronic conditions.

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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

These visits may focus on preventive care, managing chronic conditions, addressing new concerns, or simply creating a baseline of your current health status. For a new patient visit , both ICD-10 (diagnosis) and CPT (procedure) codes are assigned. What Is a Primary Care Visit?

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The Promise of the Medical Tricorder? Meet the Withings BeamO

The Medical Futurist

That might sound steep, but considering it consolidates four high-quality medical tools into one device, it’s a reasonable investment—especially for families, caregivers, or those managing chronic conditions. The future of healthcare is becoming more decentralized, data-driven, and personalized.

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Misconceptions of Employer Sponsored Direct Primary Care (DPC)

Plum Health

As employees change their healthcare usage behavior, both primary and specialty care claims decrease. Easy access and relationship-driven care minimize long-term healthcare expenses and cut down on unnecessary urgent care and emergency room visits. Please note, there are various DPC models, each with different insurance relationships.

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Accessing Pediatric Endocrinology Online in Canada

Dr. Zaar

Ongoing Monitoring: When it comes to chronic conditions like diabetes or growth hormone deficiencies, regular check-ins are essential. Whether your child needs a diagnosis, a second opinion, or ongoing treatment, virtual care offers a safe, efficient, and family-friendly solution. Why Choose Virtual Pediatric Endocrine Care?