Category : Healthcare Industry

Internists note that final CMS payment rule improves on proposed changes to E/M codes

The American College of Physicians (ACP) appreciates that the final Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program (QPP) rules for 2019 are responsive to many of the concerns that ACP raised with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). “Internists appreciate CMS’ decision not to finalize changes in payments for evaluation and ..
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How to Replace Stethoscope Tubing

In 1816, a French doctor, Rene Theophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, discovered a way to improve the diagnosis of cardiovascular disease. While more sophisticated methods that have been invented since, the stethoscope remains a weapon in most doctor’s arsenal. Occasionally, the tubing on the stethoscope must be changed because it has become brittle or has been cut or ..
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How to Use an ECG Machine

An ECG (also known as EKG or electrocardiography ) machine is used to identify what kind of electrical activity (rhythm) the heart is producing. With this information a doctor can make the right decision on how to treat the patient’s cardiac issues. Although ECG machines vary in look, set up (3 lead up to 12 ..
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How to Mix Acetaminophen & Aspirin

Acetaminophen and aspirin, although two different drugs indicated for different conditions, can be taken together to treat pain and inflammation. Acetaminophen, an over-the-counter pain reliever, treats fevers and body pain and can be found in the brand name Tylenol. Aspirin reduces inflammation and treats pain by reducing a substance similar to a hormone in your ..
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How to Palpate a Vein

Veins are the blood vessels that carry blood toward the heart. Most of the time you can see veins through the skin, especially where they cross over bones. Veins are most visible in the arms and resemble small tubes. Sometimes because of weight, temperature, or a skin condition veins may not be readily visible through ..
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How to Obtain Lists of Pharmaceutical Reps

Doctors, hospitals and pharmacies use a system to keep track of pharmacy representatives. This can be a database or some form of record keeping that contains contact information. You can find lists through professional magazines and associations, networking with other pharmacy professionals and on the Internet. Navigate your browser to the SK&A Pharmacy Mailing List ..
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Directions to Assemble a Prestige Stethoscope

Whether you want to assemble a new Prestige brand stethoscope or you are cleaning and repairing the one that you already own, you can put it together in a matter of minutes. Things You’ll Need Two earpieces Chest piece Binaural stethoscope spring with ear tubes Snap-on stethoscope diaphragm Stethoscope tubing set Stethoscope rim and disc ..
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What Tools Does a Doctor Use?

During your physical exam your doctor makes use of several different doctor’s tools such as a blood pressure monitor which is designed to measure your blood pressure; an ophthalmoscope which is used to examine the eyes; a thermometer which the doctor will use to measure your temperature; a stethoscope which a doctor uses to listen ..
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The Disadvantages of Computers in Hospitals

Adding computers or going electronic can make everything from billing to keeping track of patient records quicker in a hospital, but computers also bring disadvantages to the hospital environment. As technology and computers become more advanced, additional elements will appear in the hospital setting, but whether the advances are really improvements is open for some ..
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A CPAP Machine That Won’t Stop Beeping

According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, two types of sleep apnea exist: obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. Nine out of 10 individuals have obstructive sleep apnea, which is the most common kind. One way of treating individuals who have sleep apnea is through a machine called a CPAP, or continuous positive ..
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Definition of Respite Care

Respite care is the term used to refer to the act of leaving a loved one with special needs in the temporary care of another party. This is a very common custom, especially for caregivers who must attend to other responsibilities. Typical recipients of respite care are special needs children, but it is becoming increasingly ..
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Who Qualifies for Hospice Care?

Hospice care can provide comfort, medical attention and daily-living help in an ideal setting for patients who choose this type of care. Many people seek hospice care when their current disease has a terminal prognosis. However, hospice care can also provide services to individuals who need extra emotional support, or who decide to discontinue treatment ..
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