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Building Capacity to Address Opioid Use Disorder: Results from an embedded education program in health profession curricula [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Buprenorphine is an effective medication for OUD but uptake is slow due in part to lack of provider knowledge, confidence, and negative attitudes/stigma toward patients with OUD. The population of focus included medical students, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

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Healthcare Jobs in Hamden, CT: Opportunities for Every Experience Level

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

Medical biller: Medical billers are responsible for submitting claims to patients’ insurance providers, and following up to ensure the practice receives payment. Authorization specialist: Authorization specialists are responsible for getting pre-authorizations from patients’ insurance providers to ensure upcoming services are covered.

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Need to See a Doctor Fast? Here’s How Urgent Care Could Save Your Day

Plum Health

Urgent care centers are often staffed with experienced doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who are fully equipped to handle a wide range of medical issues. At urgent care, we were able to assess her situation, provide a short-term prescription, and refer her to follow-up care with a mental health professional.

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Why Regular Check-ups Matter: Preventive Care at Mesa Family Physicians

Mesa Family Physician

Regular visits to your primary care physician at Mesa Family Physicians provide opportunities for early detection of potential health issues before they become serious problems. Instead, our board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners take the time to understand your unique health profile, concerns, and goals.

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What Is The Best Example Of Preventive Care?

Mesa Family Physician

At Mesa Family Physicians, we work with each patient to develop an integrated preventive care plan that evolves with changing health needs throughout life. Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, making cardiovascular preventive care especially important.