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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

Early identification and intervention in behavioral aspects of chronic diseases leads to improved function with decreased healthcare utilization, yet we know little about referral patterns for behavioral support of chronic disease. 88% (n= 11,483) of BH referrals were created for the management of a mental health condition.

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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Vascular Physician

Ultrasound and CTA can also be utilized to evaluate blood flow through vessels and narrowing of arteries. Thus, all pa-tients with PAD symptoms should be assessed for risk of cardiovascular disease. (4) It is completely relieved by rest and most commonly affects the calf, buttock, hip, and thigh. (1)