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The Impact of Integrated Care on Healthcare Utilization and Costs: Evidence from the Kansas Health Homes Medicaid Program [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

These individuals are often high utilizers of health care services, with some of the costliest services being hospital admissions and emergency department (ED) visits. A difference-in-differences (DID) approach was used to compare outcomes in two groups: Medicaid beneficiaries assigned to KHH and those who were not.

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Coming Soon: Logansport Memorial Pain Management Center

Logansport Memorial Hospital

Logansport Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the opening of a new pain management center on April 1, 2024. The Logansport Memorial Pain Management Center will be located at 1201 Michigan Avenue, Suite 70, Logansport, IN 46947. The Logansport Memorial Pain Management Center is now accepting new patients.

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Advancing Biomarker Validation for Drug Hypersensitivity

Physician's Weekly

Biomarkers for drug-induced immune reactions aid clinicians in diagnosing, risk-stratifying, and managing diseases. The biomarkers of clinical utility are skin tests , specific IgE (sIgE), tryptase , and some HLA-DR genotyping. The measurement method is described. If known, the rationale for using the biomarker is evaluated.

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4 Natural Remedies for Hypothyroidism

AMMD

They keep your organs powered up and manage your overall metabolism. While conventional thyroid medications such as levothyroxine can help manage symptoms, they often fail to address the underlying cause of hypothyroidism and associated imbalances. It sends energy to every cell in your body through the hormones it produces.

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Unlocking Success: Your New Year’s Resolutions Made Easy

Intuitive Intelligence

Organizing tasks, batching similar activities, and utilizing task manager tools can streamline your workflow. Tools like mind managers can capture your innovative ideas, and creative breaks will keep your inspiration flowing. Embrace flexibility in your schedule, alternating between routine and creative tasks.

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What is a Leadership Course

LEAD Physician

Physicians must be leaders in their field to provide excellent patient care, manage a large team and coordinate between departments, and support their patient's overall health with information about prevention and maintenance. Build Relationships Physicians must establish solid and lasting relationships with the individuals in their practice.

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Proactive Wellness: The Lifesaving Benefits of Regular Check-ups 

East Cary Family Physicians

Early detection offers a significant advantage in managing and treating these conditions effectively. Building a Strong Doctor-Patient Relationship: Regular health check-ups also play a vital role in establishing a strong doctor-patient relationship.