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3 Blood Donation Myths Debunked - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC

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Medical science and myths have a long history. Similarly, the myths about blood donation are widespread, which keep people from participating in something that has the ability to save many lives. Here are 3 blood donation myths that debunked.

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Sacroiliitis

Sacroiliitis is inflammation of one or both of your sacroiliac joints. These two joints are located where the sacrum (the triangular end of the spine) meets the ilium (a part of the pelvis). Sacroiliitis is a common source of low back pain or pain in the buttocks or thighs. It is often difficult to diagnose, as many other conditions cause pain in the same place. Supportive documentation of sacroiliitis should include specific testing methods and indicate difficulty with activities of daily living. Anyone can get sacroiliitis. However, ankylosing spondylitis, which has sacroiliitis as a major component, is less common and seen more frequently in Caucasians.  

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Spinal Enthesopathy

Spinal enthesopathy is inflammation of a ligament, cartilage, or tendon, at which point it inserts into a bone that forms part of the spine. Enthesopathy is often a symptom of another disorder, such as inflammatory arthritis of the spine or an autoimmune condition. So people with enthesopathy can experience symptoms from these other conditions, which, in turn, can help diagnose the underlying cause of joint pain. A physical examination, radiological diagnostics, and specific parameters for pain must be met to support the diagnosis of spinal enthesopathy .  

Enrichment Center - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC

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Finding the right enrichment center in Spring Hill, FL, can be a difficult task at times. The Enrichment Center was founded by Access Health Care Physicians, LLC with the aim of expanding the services provided to its patients beyond the legal standards of patient care. Access believes in a patient-centered philosophy, and we constantly look for opportunities to give back to the community. The Access Enrichment Center is open to all Access patients, where patients can enjoy healthy snacks and beverages, have Internet access, and access a variety of educational materials. The enrichment center will not only provide educational materials but also recreational activities and support groups, and it will host various lectures and presentations.  

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Substance Abuse vs Dependence

Changes have been made to the way substance use disorder is documented according to the DSM-5 criteria. Substance abuse is a pattern of using alcohol or drugs that leads to problems in a person's life. Taking the risk of harming others while driving, working with tools, or watching children. Cause problems with family or friends. law, or cause trouble at work or school. Substance abuse or drug neediness is substance dependence. A person continues to drink or use drugs despite problems in their life. The person often needs more alcohol or drugs over time to achieve this. same effect. As the dependency increases, the person becomes more distant from family and friends. Deterioration in performance at work or school and health problems occur. This person may not be able to see how alcohol or drug use is affecting his or her life. There may be signs of physical or emotional distress when the person cuts back or stops use.    

Upcoming Events and Seminars - Access Healthcare Conference

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Looking for upcoming events & seminars in Spring Hill, FL? Access Health Care Physicians, LLC also offers health care programs and seminars. Get the latest news and updates on health care events and seminars in Spring Hill, FL .    

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: ESRD and Dialysis Status

End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is a medical condition in which a person's kidneys stop working permanently, requiring a regular course of dialysis or kidney transplant for a long period of time to sustain life. Beneficiaries may be entitled to Medicare based on ESRD. Benefits based on ESRD are for all covered services and not just services related to kidney failure conditions. Once a patient is diagnosed with end-stage kidney disease and has been accepted and documented by the health plan and CMS , the patient's MRA score is calculated differently.  

Medical & Health Care Newsletter - Access Healthcare Physicians

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If you're interested in health news in the United States, healthcare newsletters don't have to be snoozed. Use these tips to bring your newsletter to life and bring patients to your healthcare system. Read online or download the newsletter by Access Healthcare Physicians, LLC. Newsletters are available from 2016.    

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Malnutrition

If a person does not get the right balance of nutrients, they can also have malnutrition. It is possible to have obesity with malnutrition. Malnutrition is a condition with many characteristics, often seen as a consequence of several chronic diseases. A nutrition-focused physical examination is essential for a formal diagnosis. Malnutrition is an imbalance in dietary intake. It occurs when a person has too much or too little food or essential nutrients. A person with malnutrition may lack vitamins, minerals, and other essential substances that their body needs to function.    

Auroveda Community Outreach Center

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The community outreach center has partnered up with the Department of Children & Families ACCESS programs in an effort to improve access to assistance programs. The Florida ACCESS program helps to promote strong economically self-sufficient communities by providing food, cash, and medical assistance to individuals and families on the road to economic recovery. We at Auroveda are constantly working hard to offer you quality services. Your physical and mental health is our only goal and we are dedicated to it.

Three Pillars of Access Health Care Physicians

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In today's world, patients have access to health information before making health decisions. A health system is much more than a mix of facilities and medical consultations. It is a structure within which people, institutions, and organizations interact to mobilize and allocate resources to prevent and treat diseases and injuries. This structure has to rest on a few fundamental pillars if it's going to work. These pillars are essential elements that enable the health care system to function. Why are we talking about improving access to good medical care? Most people need to do better to prevent the disease. Patients are facing greater barriers to access to affordable, quality care. As across-the-board reductions in health care programs are now taking effect with the implementation of Sequester – along with projected layoffs for health providers in regions – the funds available to cover rising costs of care will be even more strained. It is more important than ever for patients ...

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), is once called shell shock or battle fatigue syndrome. is a serious condition, which may develop after a person has experienced or witnessed a traumatic or terrifying event, in which there was serious bodily harm or danger. PTSD is a permanent result of a traumatic ordeal, which causes intense fear, helplessness, or panic. Examples of things that can bring on PTSD include sexual or physical assault, the unexpected death of a loved one, an accident, war, or a natural disaster. Victims' families can develop PTSD, as can emergency personnel and rescue workers. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, frightening or dangerous event. It is natural to feel fear during and after a traumatic situation. Fear triggers many different changes in the body to help avoid or avoid danger.  

Parenting Mom and Dad - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC

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A recent article in the Economic Times has pointed out how our elderly population fears the social distancing advocated recently to contain the spread of Coronavirus. Their biggest fear is isolation and lack of communication. But, to my mind, even more, important to them is the loss of connection with their loved ones and the inability to be productive or to contribute to society. Add to this the lack of avenues of social interaction with friends or cohorts suddenly, and possible ostracism or insignificance in the face of the gathering epidemic, and the dangers of depression, anxiety, and other mental conditions become real. How to address this? These are my suggestions to ensure that our parents continue to feel loved and appreciated for what they alone can offer even in this time of contact precautions and isolation from the Contagion: 1. Be aware of their fears and concerns. Approach this unspoken reality in their lives with sensitivity and understanding while also being aware of fa...

Stroke: How You Can Save Lives

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When someone has a stroke, you should immediately find a medical service near you . But for the person suffering intense pain, every second counts. In this case, there are some things you can do as first aid while waiting for medical help. A little knowledge about what to do when someone has a stroke can give your loved one a chance to live. Identify Stroke With the "BEFAST" Method   A stroke is an emergency condition that reduces or blocks the blood supply to the brain. It prevents the brain tissue from getting enough oxygen, and the cells start to die. Emergency action can lead to successful treatments and save someone’s life. So, identify stroke with the "BEFAST" rule. Important Note: As soon as you notice anyone experiencing the symptoms below, immediately call 911 and mention the word "Stroke." B-BALANCE (A sudden loss of balance or difficulty in coordination) E-EYES (Double, blurred, or complete vision loss symptoms) F-FACE (Dropping and numbness in...

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Review of Systems and Exam Diagnosis Support

A review of the system is decided by the main complaint. All documentation must be complete and based on examination from a specific encounter with the patient. The physical examination continues the diagnostic process , combining information obtained by inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation. Getting the correct diagnosis is a key aspect of health care – it provides an explanation of the patient's health problem and informs subsequent health care decisions. The diagnostic process is a complex, collaborative activity that involves gathering clinical logic and information to determine a patient's health problem.  

Abdominal Ultrasound - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC

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Abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test used to safely diagnose a wide range of medical problems. It is fast and almost painless. It uses no radiation. This test detects both routine and dangerous conditions. Abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive procedure used to assess organs and structures within the abdomen. This includes the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, bile ducts, spleen, and abdominal aorta. Ultrasound technology allows quick visualization of abdominal organs and structures from outside the body. Ultrasound can also be used to assess blood flow to the abdominal organs. Ultrasound uses a transducer, which sends out ultrasound waves at a frequency too high to be heard. An ultrasound transducer is placed on the skin, and ultrasound waves travel through the body to organs and structures. The sound waves bounce off the organs like an echo and return to the transducer. The transducer processes the reflected waves, which are then converted by a computer into an image of the organs o...

3 Blood Donation Myths Debunked

Medical science and myths have a long history. Similarly, the myths about blood donation are widespread, which keep people from engaging in one of the noblest deeds mankind can perform. With World Blood Donation Day (14 June) around the corner, it's time to debunk them and join this noble act. While there are many blood donation myths, the three most common ones are debunked below: Myth 1: I Have a Tattoo, So I Can Never Donate Blood Having a tattoo on your body doesn't mean you can't donate blood. Indeed, introducing ink, metal, or any other foreign material into your body can affect your immunity. But the effects disappear within a week or so, and it has nothing to do with your blood. Firstly, it's always safe to choose a licensed tattoo artist. They use safe equipment and follow all precautionary steps like using sterile needles before the procedure. Secondly, you may wait for up to 12 months after getting a tattoo before blood donation. This is a precautionary measu...

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Tobacco and HTN

The effects of tobacco smoking on blood pressure are complex, with evidence that tobacco smoking acutely elevates blood pressure and increases the risk of renewable, fatal, and masked hypertension. Documenting the relationship between smoking and vascular changes allows you to establish a link between tobacco use and hypertension .  

Anodyne Treatment - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC

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If you are experiencing symptoms such as numbness or painful tingling in your hands, feet, hands, or feet, you may be suffering from a form of Broomfield neuropathy. This condition can range from mild to severe, and it can affect all aspects of your life. Access Health Care Physicians, LLC offers a full range of treatments for this disorder, and this includes anodyne therapy. Anodyne therapy is a successful treatment for peripheral neuropathy. It is FDA-approved and non-invasive. It has been proven to restore sensation and reduce pain in the feet of diabetics. It offers hope for patients with what was believed to be an irreversible disease. Anodyne therapy system treatment can be effective in improving lower extremity sensation, reducing pain, improving standard balance, and reducing the risk of falls.    

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Morbid Obesity

Obesity is a serious disease that can interfere with everyday life, including basic bodily functions such as breathing or walking. Obese people also have a higher risk of health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), high blood pressure, and joint pain. A patient's BMI is not the only contributing factor in the diagnosis of morbid obesity . There are other things to consider and include in the documentation as well.    

Bone Density Testing, DEXA Scan, Medical Services

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Bone Density Testing is a medical procedure used to determine bone density or strength. This can identify osteoporosis or osteopenia, a milder form of bone loss. Bone density tests are easy, painless, and non-invasive. Your doctor will use these results to test for and monitor conditions such as osteoporosis. There are several types of bone density tests , but the preferred method for accuracy is the dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan. Very little preparation will be required on your part for this exam. Usually, there is no need to change your normal routine. The only exception is if you take a calcium supplement, your doctor may ask that you stop taking it 24 hours before your test. It is also important to inform your doctor if you have recently had an oral contrast or nuclear medicine test, as this may interfere with the scan. As with any imaging, please tell your doctor if you may be pregnant.  

24-Hour Holter Monitoring - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC

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A Holter monitor is a small, battery-operated medical device that measures your heart's activity, such as rate and rhythm. Your doctor may ask you to use one if they need more information about how your heart works compared to a regular electrocardiogram (EKG). Twenty-four-hour Holter monitoring is a continuous test to record your heart rate and rhythm for 24 hours. You wear a Holter monitor for 12 to 48 hours as per your normal routine. This device has electrodes and electrical leads like a regular EKG, but with fewer leads. It can capture not only your heart rate and rhythm, but also when you feel chest pain or exhibit symptoms of an irregular heartbeat, or arrhythmia. The Holter monitor test is also sometimes called ambulatory electrocardiography. There are other types of equipment that can be used to measure heart activity over a long period of time.  

Medicare Risk Adjustment Tip: Traumatic Amputations and Complications

Traumatic amputation is the loss of a part of the body, usually a finger, toe, hand, or foot, as a result of an accident or injury. The initial encounter for a traumatic amputation should always include active treatment for injury, poisoning, or other consequence of an external cause. Complications often occur when a part of the body is amputated. The most important of these are bleeding, trauma, and infection. The long-term outcome for a disabled person depends on early emergency and critical care management. A well-fitting and functional prosthesis and retraining can speed up rehabilitation.