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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. Objective: Our objective was to improve the TCM clinic no-show rate and thereby improve patient outcomes.

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Feasibility,reliability,validity of an electronic Frailty Index based on Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment in Primary Care [Community based participatory research]

Annals of Family Medicine

To promote early management of frailty, we developed an electronic Frailty Index based on deficit accumulation in a Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (eFI-CGA) from electronic health records. Here, we examined the feasibility, reliability, and validity of the eFI-CGA by primary care providers (PCP). by PCP, r≥0.45

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Electronic consultation questions asked to addiction medicine specialists by primary care providers: Retrospective content analysis

Canadian Family Physician

Objective To determine the major themes among clinical questions asked to addiction medicine specialists sent by primary care providers (PCPs) via the Champlain Building Access to Specialists through the eConsultation (BASE™) electronic consultation (eConsult) service and the PCP-perceived benefits of this service.

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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

Whether you’re establishing care with a new physician or attending a new patient visit , understanding the process can help you feel more confident and prepared. These visits may focus on preventive care, managing chronic conditions, addressing new concerns, or simply creating a baseline of your current health status. Absolutely.

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How to Improve Care for Patients With Multiple Chronic Conditions

Physician's Weekly

Caring for patients with multiple chronic conditions requires identifying those at risk, clear communication, and coordinated care to improve outcomes. Many of these patients are clinically complex and receive care from multiple professionals—which creates unique management hurdles.

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Card studies using EHR alerts linked to REDCap questionnaires: a practical session on how to build the tools [Research methodology and instrument development]

Annals of Family Medicine

Background Researchers use card studies to obtain observational data about primary care provider (PCP) knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors on a variety of topics. Card studies have been influential in changing clinical practice, such as the reduction of antibiotics in patients with upper respiratory infections.

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

Dr. Zaar

Managing Type 2 diabetes requires more than just medication—it demands a long-term partnership with a skilled healthcare provider who understands your individual needs. Choosing the right diabetes doctor can make a major difference in how effectively your condition is managed, your quality of life, and your long-term health outcomes.