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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.