MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Geriatrics Magazine' source. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 18:28:14 +0100 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Geriatrics/Half-of-older-patients-referred-by-PCPs-to-special/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659106?ref=25 Only 50 percent of patients age 65 or older who are referred to a specialist have the opportunity to receive the treatment their primary care doctor intended for them, a study finds. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3313061 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3313061 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/McGarr-images/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641080?ref=25 Rob McGarr images (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2982769 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2982769 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Acute-inflammation-may-speed-mental-decline-in-Alz/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633194?ref=25 Acute systemic inflammation linked to episodes of illness or injury may speed the rate of cognitive decline in persons with Alzheimer's disease. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387759 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387759 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Higher-bone-lead-concentration-is-linked-to-higher/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633204?ref=25 Lead concentration in the bones accumulated in prior decades of environmental exposure is associated with all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387758 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387758 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Health-related-quality-of-life-little-affected-by-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633198?ref=25 The menopausal transition has relatively little effect on quality of life, after adjusting for age and other covariates including symptoms, medical condition, sociodemographic variables, physical activity, and psychological factors. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387757 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387757 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Testosterone-improves-functions-for-older-men-with/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633196?ref=25 Testosterone supplementation may improve functional capacity, muscle strength, and glucose metabolism in older men with chronic heart failure. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387756 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387756 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Waist-hip-ratio-more-accurate-predictor-of-seniors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633202?ref=25 In high-functioning older adults, waist-hip ratio is a more accurate predictor of all-cause mortality than either body mass index or waist circumference. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387755 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387755 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-If-after-surgery-during-post-op-a/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633200?ref=25 If a surgeon is asking for your opinion, post-op, on a patient because of abnormal lab results, you can charge a consultation. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884283 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884283 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Health-related-quality-of-life-little-affected-by-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633198?ref=25 The menopausal transition has relatively little effect on quality of life, after adjusting for age and other covariates including symptoms, medical condition, sociodemographic variables, physical activity, and psychological factors. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884282 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884282 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Testosterone-improves-functions-for-older-men-with/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633196?ref=25 Testosterone supplementation may improve functional capacity, muscle strength, and glucose metabolism in older men with chronic heart failure. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884281 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884281 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Practical-strategies-for-management-of-hypertensio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633195?ref=25 Key strategies for hypertension treatment in elderly include lifestyle changes and hypertension treatment until target BP goal is reached with mono or combination therapy. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884280 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884280 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Case-Gradually-enlarging-plaque-on-hand/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633206?ref=25 Consider porokeratosis if there is an annular plaque with a thin, thready, scaly border. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884279 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884279 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Editorial/Opinion-Treat-hypertension-in-the-elderly/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633203?ref=25 Despite reams of data documenting the benefits of treatment of hypertension well into late life, many of our elderly patients never achieve their goal blood pressures because we fail to treat them adequately. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884278 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884278 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Acute-inflammation-may-speed-mental-decline-in-Alz/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633194?ref=25 Acute systemic inflammation linked to episodes of illness or injury may speed the rate of cognitive decline in persons with Alzheimer's disease. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884277 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884277 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Can-an-emergency-department-visit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633199?ref=25 In a physician clinic, billing is fee-for-service, but rural health clinics are paid from Medicare Part A on an encounter basis and the encounter has to be performed by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884276 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884276 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Waist-hip-ratio-more-accurate-predictor-of-seniors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633202?ref=25 In high-functioning older adults, waist-hip ratio is a more accurate predictor of all-cause mortality than either body mass index or waist circumference. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884275 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884275 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Because-Medicare-pays-less-for-a-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633205?ref=25 You are not allowed to bill a patient for a covered service that is bundled into another service even if the patient signs an Advanced Beneficiary Notice. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884274 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884274 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-If-an-EKG-is-taken-at-the-hospita/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633201?ref=25 Use the actual date of any service. If interpretation and technical portion are done on separate dates, you would charge on the separate dates. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884273 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884273 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-If-I-perform-a-diagnostic-test-on/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633197?ref=25 You can be paid for the technical portion of a diagnostic test being sent to another country, but Medicare cannot pay for an interpretation provided outside the United States. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884272 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884272 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Feature+Articles/Osteoarthritis-A-review-of-treatment-options/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633207?ref=25 Osteoarthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States, especially among older adults. Treatment options primarily focus on alleviating the pain associated with the condition, but safety concerns over some of the traditional pharmacotherapeutic agents used in the management of osteoarthritis have led health care professionals to seek other options. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884271 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:21:36 +0100 2884271 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Higher-bone-lead-concentration-is-linked-to-higher/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633204?ref=25 Lead concentration in the bones accumulated in prior decades of environmental exposure is associated with all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884270 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2884270 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Fully-searchable-access-to-complete-October-2009-i/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633401?ref=25 Practical strategies for management of hypertension in the elderly Osteoarthritis: A review of treatment options Opinion: Treat hypertension in the elderly Plus regular columns and departments (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884284 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2884284 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Stroke-patients-twice-as-likely-to-have-hip-or-fem/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622636?ref=25 Patients who have had a stroke are twice as likely to experience a hip or femur fracture, and that risk is greatest among women, patients younger than 71 years of age, and those who recently had a stroke. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387766 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387766 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Divorce-can-have-negative-health-effects-even-year/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622644?ref=25 Marital disruption can have harmful effects on health, even years later, and divorced persons who later remarry may still have poorer health. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387765 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387765 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/IV-immunoglobulin-treatment-may-reduce-Alzheimers-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622647?ref=25 Treatment with intravenous immunoglobulin may lower the risk for developing Alzheimer's disease and Alzheimer's disease-related disorders. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387764 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387764 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Intellectually-stimulating-activity-delays-onset-o/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622637?ref=25 Older adults who frequently engage in reading and other intellectually stimulating leisure activities may experience a significant delay in the onset of memory decline. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387763 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387763 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Hospitalists-perform-better-for-a-number-of-condit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622646?ref=25 Hospitals that have hospitalists provide higher-quality care for a number of conditions and dimensions of care. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387762 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387762 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Men-with-angina-have-worse-outcomes-than-women/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622641?ref=25 In patients newly diagnosed with angina, 5-year outcomes are significantly worse among men than among women. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387761 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387761 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Elder-self-neglect-abuse-linked-to-higher-risk-of-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622642?ref=25 In a study of 9,318 elderly persons, mortality risk was significantly higher among those who were reported to social service agencies for self-neglect or elder abuse. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387760 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387760 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Intellectually-stimulating-activity-delays-onset-o/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622637?ref=25 Older adults who frequently engage in reading and other intellectually stimulating leisure activities may experience a significant delay in the onset of memory decline. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759792 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759792 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Elder-self-neglect-abuse-linked-to-higher-risk-of-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622642?ref=25 In a study of 9,318 elderly persons, mortality risk was significantly higher among those who were reported to social service agencies for self-neglect or elder abuse. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759791 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759791 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/IV-immunoglobulin-treatment-may-reduce-Alzheimers-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622647?ref=25 Treatment with intravenous immunoglobulin may lower the risk for developing Alzheimer's disease and Alzheimer's disease-related disorders. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759790 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759790 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-If-Medicare-decides-documentation/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622643?ref=25 If payment to a former member of a practice was reassigned to the group, and the documentation is found wanting, it will be up to the group practice to pay Medicare any recoupment and/or fines. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759789 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759789 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Divorce-can-have-negative-health-effects-even-year/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622644?ref=25 Marital disruption can have harmful effects on health, even years later, and divorced persons who later remarry may still have poorer health. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759788 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759788 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-In-regards-to-a-collection-issue-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622650?ref=25 There is no requirement by Medicare that you send a final notice or certified letter before you turn a patient over to a collection agency. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759787 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759787 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Is-there-a-billing-difference-bet/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622640?ref=25 In a physician clinic, billing is fee-for-service, but rural health clinics are paid from Medicare Part A on an encounter basis and the encounter has to be performed by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759786 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759786 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Hospitalists-perform-better-for-a-number-of-condit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622646?ref=25 Hospitals that have hospitalists provide higher-quality care for a number of conditions and dimensions of care. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759785 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759785 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-At-a-recent-seminar-I-heard-that-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622649?ref=25 Physician assistants and nurse practitioners can bill consultations to Medicare on new or established patients. Use the outpatient consultation codes in the office (99241-99245) or inpatient consult codes 99251-99255. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759784 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759784 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Case-Persistent-facial-eruption/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622645?ref=25 Consider factitial dermatitis if lesions are irregularly shaped and there is little or no perilesional inflammation. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759783 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:18 +0100 2759783 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Men-with-angina-have-worse-outcomes-than-women/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622641?ref=25 In patients newly diagnosed with angina, 5-year outcomes are significantly worse among men than among women. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759782 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:34:17 +0100 2759782 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Stroke-patients-twice-as-likely-to-have-hip-or-fem/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622636?ref=25 Patients who have had a stroke are twice as likely to experience a hip or femur fracture, and that risk is greatest among women, patients younger than 71 years of age, and those who recently had a stroke. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759781 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2759781 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Opinion-Baby-Boomers-court-metabolic-syndrome/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622651?ref=25 Many bulging Baby Boomers already have the "metabolic syndrome," and if clinicians don't do anything about it, their patients are 3 to 5 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes and twice as likely to develop cardiovascular heart disease. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2754367 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:37:10 +0100 2754367 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/An-evidence-based-review-of-the-AMAAHA-guideline-f/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622648?ref=25 This review summarizes the recently published guideline on primary prevention of ischemic stroke, focusing on recommendations applicable to the geriatric population and on assessing and treating modifiable risk factors. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2754366 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:37:10 +0100 2754366 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Cardiovascular-medication-adherence-among-the-elde/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622638?ref=25 When faced with difficult to control cardiovascular risk factors, clinicians need to address the potential role of adherence. This includes diagnosing an adherence problem, understanding why there is an adherence problem, and then employing simple tools and clear communication to overcome the relevant barriers. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2754365 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:37:10 +0100 2754365 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Fully-searchable-access-to-complete-September-2009/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/623715?ref=25 Resistant disease or resistant patient: Problems with adherence to cardiovascular medications An evidence-based review of the AMA/AHA guideline for the primary prevention of ischemic stroke Rheumatoid arthritis in elderly patients Opinion: Baby Boomers court metabolic syndrome Plus regular columns and departments (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759793 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2759793 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Rheumatoid-arthritis-in-elderly-patients/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622639?ref=25 Aggressive rheumatoid arthritis treatment should not be withheld in the geriatric population just because of advanced age, but rather treatment should be individualized, especially considering comorbidities and other factors that can specifically affect a patient's quality of life. Coordination of care among geriatricians and rheumatologists is the key to achieving optimal outcome. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2754364 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2754364 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Second-visit-of-a-47-year-old-woman-with-severe-hy/CME/Article/detail/641004?ref=25 Second visit of a 47-year-old woman with severe hypertriglyceridemia and type 2 diabetes (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387768 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387768 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/First-visit-of-a-47-year-old-woman-with-severe-hyp/CME/Article/detail/640999?ref=25 First visit of a 47-year-old woman with severe hypertriglyceridemia and type 2 diabetes (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387767 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387767 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/CME+Showcase/Second-visit-of-a-47-year-old-woman-with-severe-hy/CME/Article/detail/641004?ref=25 Second visit of a 47-year-old woman with severe hypertriglyceridemia and type 2 diabetes (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2982771 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2982771 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/CME+Showcase/First-visit-of-a-47-year-old-woman-with-severe-hyp/CME/Article/detail/640999?ref=25 First visit of a 47-year-old woman with severe hypertriglyceridemia and type 2 diabetes (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2982770 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2982770 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Improving-palliation-of-pain-dyspnea-and-depressio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616670?ref=25 A review of the ACP guideline on palliative care which offers clinicians evidence-based recommendations for assessing seriously ill patients for pain, dyspnea, and depression; using therapies of proven effectiveness to manage pain, dyspnea, and depression; and ensuring that advance care planning, including completion of advance directives, occurs. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387769 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387769 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Case-Slightly-sore-dark-lesion-on-thigh/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616669?ref=25 Consider angiokeratoma in a solitary, scaly blue-black papule on the extremity. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693376 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:47 +0100 2693376 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Canl-I-bill-for-an-unrelated-seco/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616676?ref=25 A global fee period assigned by Medicare to each procedure determines the required times between billable visits. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693375 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:47 +0100 2693375 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Can-I-bill-for-a-home-health-disc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616668?ref=25 There is no code or payment mechanism for paying a physician for discharging a patient from home health services. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693374 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:47 +0100 2693374 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Incorporating-religion-and-spirituality-to-improve/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616675?ref=25 Recent research suggests that religion and spirituality may be linked to improved physical and emotional health. This is a brief overview of the support for assessing and using patients' beliefs to improve anxiety and depression symptoms. The potential drawbacks of including a discussion of religion or spirituality when treating older adults are also addressed. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693373 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:47 +0100 2693373 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Opinion-Quick-death-slow-death/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616671?ref=25 Author shares what he has learned from the quick death of his father and the slow death of his mother. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693372 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:46 +0100 2693372 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Is-it-true-that-Medicare-has-a-re/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616677?ref=25 There is no Medicare regulation, CMS regulation, or law that says a certified coder must be on staff by any date. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693371 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:46 +0100 2693371 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Can-I-be-paid-by-Medicare-for-a-p/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616673?ref=25 Because it is bundled with a visit, Medicare will not pay for a pulse oximetry and will not allow a separate billing of the patient for it if a visit was charged on the same day. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693370 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:46 +0100 2693370 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Am-I-required-to-send-the-referri/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616674?ref=25 Current rules require sending an opinion to a referring physician unless there is a "commonality" of records, meaning the other physician has equal access to the hospital chart. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693369 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:46 +0100 2693369 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/A-review-of-interventions-to-improve-palliation-of/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616670?ref=25 A review of the ACP guideline on palliative care which offers clinicians evidence-based recommendations for assessing seriously ill patients for pain, dyspnea, and depression; using therapies of proven effectiveness to manage pain, dyspnea, and depression; and ensuring that advance care planning, including completion of advance directives, occurs. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693368 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:56:46 +0100 2693368 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/NEWS/Guided-Care-medical-home-model-costs-less-than-usu/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/618816?ref=25 Treating elderly patients with chronic conditions in a Guided Care medical home model costs less than usual care because patients spend less time in hospitals and skilled nursing facilities and have fewer ER visits and home health episodes, according to the preliminary results of a Johns Hopkins University study. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387770 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387770 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/The-case-for-implantable-cardiac-defibrillators-ca/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616672?ref=25 Although implantable cardiac defibrillators reduce mortality through primary and secondary prevention of cardiac arrest, and cardiac resynchronization therapy improves exercise tolerance, quality of life, and decreases mortality and hospitalizations, both strategies are underutilized in older patients. Recommending device placement to patients requires a discussion of indication, risks, and benefits, as well as plans for deactivation in end-stage disease. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693367 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2693367 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/NEWS/Predicting-detecting-Alzheimers-earlier-are-key-to/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/611812?ref=25 Research aiming to elucidate new and current methods to predict which patients are likely to develop Alzheimer's disease and to detect the presence of the disease in its earliest stages is increasing as the population ages, with the ultimate goal developing better treatments in mind. Several presenters discuss predictive and detection tools at the 2009 Alzheimer's Association International Conference on Alzheimer?s Disease (ICAD) in Vienna, Austria. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2607728 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2607728 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Teriparatide-raloxifene-reduce-risk-of-vertebral-f/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608984?ref=25 In postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, teriparatide and raloxifene may significantly reduce the risk of vertebral fractures. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387777 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387777 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Sedatives-hypnotic-drugs-linked-to-suicide-risk-in/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608983?ref=25 Older patients taking sedatives or hypnotic drugs may have a higher risk of suicide. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387776 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387776 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Education-fitness-associated-with-maintaining-cogn/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608979?ref=25 The profile of older adults who maintain cognitive function is unique and differentiates them from those who undergo cognitive decline. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387775 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387775 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Mild-cognitive-impairment-and-Alzheimers-increase-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608968?ref=25 Mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease increase the risk of death, and the risk increases as the severity of the impairment increases. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387774 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387774 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Age-related-macular-degeneration-slows-when-diet-i/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608978?ref=25 Patients with age-related macular degeneration have slower progression to advanced disease if they eat a diet high in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) along with a low glycemic index. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387773 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387773 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Spinal-disc-degeneration-common-even-without-lower/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608972?ref=25 Most elderly adults show signs of degenerative disc disease regardless of whether they have chronic low back pain, although patients with chronic low back pain tend to have more severe disc disease. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387772 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387772 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Fully-searchable-access-to-complete-August-2009-is/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/618900?ref=25 A review of interventions to improve palliation of pain, dyspnea, and depression Incorporating religion and spirituality to improve care for anxiety and depression in older adults The case for implantable cardiac defibrillators, cardiac resynchronization therapy in older adults Opinion: Learning from the deaths of parents Plus regular columns and departments (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2697529 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2697529 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dimensions/With-heavy-patient-use-of-hospital-and-LTC-service/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/610215?ref=25 Age is the top risk factor for Alzheimer's disease (AD), so it's not surprising that the number of people with AD is expected to almost triple to 14 million by 2050, up from today's 5 million. Also not surprisingly, patients with AD and Alzheimer's disease-related dementias (ADRD) are heavy users of hospital and long-term care services, especially nursing home care, with estimated annual costs reaching tens of millions of dollars. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387778 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387778 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Teriparatide-raloxifene-reduce-risk-of-vertebral-f/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608984?ref=25 In postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, teriparatide and raloxifene may significantly reduce the risk of vertebral fractures. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578286 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578286 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Case-Eruption-on-upper-extremities/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608971?ref=25 Consider lichenoid drug eruption in a patient on angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors with a pruritic eruption consisting of violaceous scaly papules. Other drugs also are associated with such eruptions. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578285 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578285 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Does-Medicare-require-me-to-sign-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608977?ref=25 Medicare doesn't require you to sign the notes of a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some states may require a signoff on certain ones, though, so check your state's scope of practice and rules. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578284 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578284 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Can-I-bill-for-evaluation-and-man/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608969?ref=25 Medicare requires the patient to be present for E&M and if family is present prohibits billing them because the allowed amount bundles time spent with the patient's family. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578283 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578283 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Opinion-Long-term-care-A-test-bed-for-coming-refor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608982?ref=25 An important component of coming health care reform, closer collaboration among medical professionals, is undergoing its shakedown in the nation's nursing homes. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578282 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578282 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-I-spent-considerable-time-with-a-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608974?ref=25 Prolonged service codes cover beyond "normal" time, but admit and discharge on same day do not have accociated times so you would can't bill prolonged codes with them. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578281 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578281 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Spinal-disc-degeneration-common-even-without-lower/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608972?ref=25 Most elderly adults show signs of degenerative disc disease regardless of whether they have chronic low back pain, although patients with chronic low back pain tend to have more severe disc disease. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578280 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578280 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-If-I-order-lab-tests-to-be-comple/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608976?ref=25 There is no CPT or HCPCS code to denote urgency or STAT. This is a good reason you should consider doing lab in your own office. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578279 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578279 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/The-PCPs-role-in-chronic-open-angle-glaucoma/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608980?ref=25 Chronic open-angle glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness and visual impairment in older adults. With an understanding of comprehensive glaucoma management, primary care physicians play an invaluable role in assisting their patients with effective and timely therapy that will result in improved outcomes. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578278 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578278 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Sedatives-hypnotic-drugs-linked-to-suicide-risk-in/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608983?ref=25 Older patients taking sedatives or hypnotic drugs may have a higher risk of suicide. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578277 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578277 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/A-strategy-for-GERD-and-Barretts-esophagus/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608973?ref=25 Chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease in older patients is a risk factor for Barrett's esophagus, and anyone potentially at risk for this predominant precursor to esophageal adenocarcinoma should be referred to a gastroenterologist. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578276 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578276 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Education-fitness-associated-with-maintaining-cogn/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608979?ref=25 The profile of older adults who maintain cognitive function is unique and differentiates them from those who undergo cognitive decline. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578275 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578275 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Age-related-macular-degeneration-slows-when-diet-i/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608978?ref=25 Patients with age-related macular degeneration have slower progression to advanced disease if they eat a diet high in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) along with a low glycemic index. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578274 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578274 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Fully-searchable-access-to-complete-July-2009-issu/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/609365?ref=25 A strategy for GERD and Barrett's esophagus Recognizing and reporting elder abuse and neglect The PCP's role in chronic open-angle glaucoma Opinion: Long-term care: A test bed for coming reform Plus regular columns and departments (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578273 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:13 +0100 2578273 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-A-patient-dies-at-the-hospital-la/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608975?ref=25 You could bill it on the date you actually pronounced the patient. The only discharge code you could charge for would be 99238 because 99239 requires more than 30 minutes and you would not spend that much time to do the pronouncement. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578272 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:12 +0100 2578272 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Mild-cognitive-impairment-and-Alzheimers-increase-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608968?ref=25 Mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease increase the risk of death, and the risk increases as the severity of the impairment increases. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578271 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:02:12 +0100 2578271 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-We-have-Medicare-patients-who-won/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608981?ref=25 You are allowed to send Medicare patients to a collection agency or use the same normal collection methods as for non-Medicare patients. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578270 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2578270 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Recognizing-and-reporting-elder-abuse-and-neglect/CME/Article/detail/609359?ref=25 After completing the following CME activity, the reader should be able to list the risk factors for and the signs of elder neglect or abuse; summarize the AMA?s ethics policies concerning the physician?s responsibilities in cases of suspected elder neglect/abuse; and describe the essential features of a screening strategy to determine elder neglect/abuse. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578287 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2578287 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Case-studies-in-osteoporosis-Preventing-fractures/CME/Article/detail/608758?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565039 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565039 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Perioperative-management-of-hypertension-CME/CME/Article/detail/608759?ref=25 Perioperative management of hypertension (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3380541 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3380541 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Geriatrics+CME/Optimizing-individualized-management-of-osteoarthr/CME/Article/detail/608757?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565055 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565055 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Secondary-stroke-prevention-and-management-An-evid/CME/Article/detail/608753?ref=25 An examination of guideline-recommended treatment strategies for optimal individualized care and improvement of outcomes in the prevention of secondary stroke. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565054 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565054 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Alzheimers-disease-summit-Translating-research-adv/CME/Article/detail/608765?ref=25 The Alzheimer's Disease Summit, held on May 3, 2008, translated cutting-edge research into day-to-day practice. This supplement, based on information presented at the summit, presents valuable clinical content to a broad audience of primary care physicians, psychiatrists, geriatricians, and neurologists. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565053 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565053 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Assessing-and-addressing-pharmacotherapy-issues-su/CME/Article/detail/608752?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565052 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565052 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Venous-thromboembolism-prophylaxis-in-the-surgical/CME/Article/detail/608761?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565051 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565051 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Optimizing-individualized-management-of-osteoarthr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608714?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565050 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565050 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Calcium-pyrophosphate-deposition-disease/CME/Article/detail/608764?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565049 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565049 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/State-of-the-art-management-of-rheumatic-diseases-/CME/Article/detail/608763?ref=25 This educational program is designed to help clinicians optimize initial and continuing management of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA), and ankylosing spondylitis (AS) through improved understanding of current and future therapeutic options. Criteria for determining therapeutic failure will be discussed, as will patient needs and feelings toward therapy and changes in therapeutic regimens, and other obstacles to effective patient management with biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565048 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565048 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Assessing-and-addressing-pharmacotherapy-issues-su/CME/Article/detail/608767?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565047 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565047 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Perioperative-management-of-hypertension/CME/Article/detail/608759?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565046 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565046 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Geriatrics+CME/Assessing-and-addressing-pharmacotherapy-issues-su/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608756?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565045 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565045 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Managing-Parkinsons-disease-with-continuous-dopami/CME/Article/detail/608770?ref=25 At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to discuss the role of continuous dopaminergic stimulation in preventing or reducing the motor complications associated with levodopa (L-dopa) therapy and to describe treatment strategies to improve functional outcomes in patients experiencing motor fluctuations with L-dopa therapy. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565044 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565044 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Screening-for-dementia/CME/Article/detail/608766?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565043 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565043 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Stroke-and-transient-ischemic-attack/CME/Article/detail/608760?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565042 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565042 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Case-studies-in-the-advancement-of-Parkinsons-dise/CME/Article/detail/608769?ref=25 Upon completion of the activity, participants will be able toe stimate barriers to early and accurate diagnosis of Parkinson's disease; appraise pharmacologic treatment options for the treatment of Parkinson's disease according to individualized care; and explain efficacy, safety, and tolerability of emerging treatment options available for Parkinson's disease. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565041 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565041 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CME+Showcase/Dual-x-ray-absorptiometry/CME/Article/detail/608768?ref=25 (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565040 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565040 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Z+Marketing/360-Network--THE-GUIDE--July-1-2009/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608812?ref=25 Your interactive guide to issues & trends, clinical insight, aging physiology, long-term care, and practice management at geriatrics.modernmedicine.com (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2574475 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2574475 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Long-term-care-A-test-bed-for-coming-health-care-r/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/604031?ref=25 Long-term care: A test bed for health care reform (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565057 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565057 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/GERIATRICS/Elevated-CRP-alone-doesnt-justify-statin-treatment/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608228?ref=25 C-reactive protein (CRP) doesn't add predictive value to traditional cardiovascular risk factors, and there does not appear to be a causal association between CRP and coronary heart disease (CHD), according to results of two studies published in the July 1, 2009, issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565056 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2565056 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Endocrinology/Glucose-control-a-concern-for-hospitalized-elderly/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601864?ref=25 Hyperglycemia is common yet undertreated among older hospitalized patients who are particularly susceptible to adverse effects of elevated glucose because of hyperglycemia-induced immune defects coupled with age-associated immune senescence. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2478758 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2478758 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Approaching-the-patient-with-chronic-eye-irritatio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601870?ref=25 Patients with dry eye experience sandy-gritty irritation, dryness, burning, or increased awareness of their eyes that gets worse as the day goes on, whereas patients with posterior blepharitis, or meibomitis, have similar symptoms that are worse on eye opening. Treatment includes strategies to lower tear film osmolarity and to treat associated eyelid conditions. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2478757 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2478757 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Long-term-care-A-test-bed-for-health-care-reform/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/604031?ref=25 Long-term care: A test bed for health care reform (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2478756 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2478756 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Aging-population-will-contribute-to-increased-canc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601863?ref=25 Demographic changes in which older adults and minorities account for an increasing share of the population are expected to result in a soaring number of cancer cases during the next 20 years. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387784 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387784 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/More-exercise-may-provide-greater-gains-against-he/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601872?ref=25 A program featuring greater amounts of exercise and energy expenditure may be preferable to standard cardiac rehabilitation exercise in overweight patients with coronary heart disease. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387783 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387783 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Consider-the-benefits-of-medical-care-at-home/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601861?ref=25 When clinicians join the traditional home health care team, "medical care at home" is created. Research indicates that medical care at home can increase patient and caregiver satisfaction and reduce hospitalization. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387782 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387782 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Standard-chemo-found-superior-to-capecitabine-amon/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601876?ref=25 Standard adjuvant chemotherapy was superior to capecitabine for treating older women with early breast cancer, although with substantial toxicity. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387781 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387781 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Index-developed-for-predicting-risk-of-dementia-in/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601862?ref=25 Researchers have developed a risk index for Alzheimer's disease that could be used in targeted research and, someday, to determine prevention strategies. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387780 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387780 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/History-of-stroke-holds-greater-risk-of-mild-cogni/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601867?ref=25 Nonamnestic mild cognitive impairment is more common among those with a history of stroke than those without, whereas the apolipoprotein E4 genotype is associated with amnestic mild cognitive impairment and memory loss. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387779 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387779 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Consider-the-benefits-of-medical-care-at-home/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601861?ref=25 When clinicians join the traditional home health care team, "medical care at home" is created. Research indicates that medical care at home can increase patient and caregiver satisfaction and reduce hospitalization. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2578288 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2578288 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Long-term-care-A-test-bed-for-health-care-reform/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/604031?ref=25 Long-term care: A test bed for health care reform (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2518489 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2518489 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dimensions/Celebrities-provide-human-face-to-disease-treatmen/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603320?ref=25 When it comes to drawing a crowd, attracting media attention or raising money, few tools are more useful than the presence of an actor, athlete, prominent author, or other public figure. That's true for medical conferences, too. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387785 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3387785 http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/GERIATRICS/VADT-ACCORD-shed-new-light-on-treating-older-type-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/602703?ref=25 New subanalyses of two major intensive glucose control trials indicate that for older patients with type 2 diabetes, the risks associated with hypoglycemic episodes may not balance the benefit associated with more aggressive glucose lowering. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3711977 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 3711977 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/CardioMetabolic+Disorders+%26+Weight/Bariatric-surgery-for-type-2-diabetes-Reaching-too/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603407?ref=25 Although bariatric surgery is becoming an increasingly accepted option to reverse type 2 diabetes, lifestyle interventions, including smoking cessation, improved nutrition, and increased physical activity, coupled with appropriate pharmacotherapy, remain the mainstays for the management of type 2 diabetes. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693377 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2693377 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Alpha-lipoic-acid-protects-beta-cell-function-and-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603408?ref=25 A small clinical study shows improvements in insulin secretion and insulin sensitivity and prevention of oxidative stress with the use of alpha-lipoic acid in obese persons with impaired glucose tolerance (IGT), according to Chinese researchers. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2518497 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2518497 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Fenofibrate-appears-more-effective-in-women/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603405?ref=25 Fenofibrate therapy lowers the incidence of cardiovascular disease in women more so than in men, according to results of the Fenofibrate and Event Lowering in Diabetes (FIELD) study. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2518496 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2518496 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/GERIATRICS/Telephone-program-increases-treatment-adherence/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603398?ref=25 A telephone-intervention program significantly improved oral diabetes medication adherence compared to printed patient education materials, reports Hillel W. Cohen, MD, department of epidemiology and population health, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY. The improvement in medication possession ratio is associated with a decline in HbA1c, according to Dr. Cohen. A significant effect was not observed on insulin regimen adherence. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2518495 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2518495 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Early-type-2-treatment-high-HDL-prevent-CV-events/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603404?ref=25 Patients treated early after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, those with elevated high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels, and those without a history of severe hypoglycemic episodes are most likely to benefit from intensive glucose control, according to subanalyses of data from the VA Trial of Glycemic Control and Complications in Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 (VADT). (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2518494 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2518494 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Bariatric-surgery-for-type-2-diabetes-Reaching-too/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603407?ref=25 Although bariatric surgery is becoming an increasingly accepted option to reverse type 2 diabetes, lifestyle interventions, including smoking cessation, improved nutrition, and increased physical activity, coupled with appropriate pharmacotherapy, remain the mainstays for the management of type 2 diabetes. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2518493 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2518493 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Treating-to-lower-glucose-levels-not-linked-to-dea/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603406?ref=25 Intensive lowering of blood glucose to a hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) level under 6% is not associated with the increased mortality that caused an early halt to the Action to Control Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetes (ACCORD) trial last year. The increased mortality also does not appear to be related to increased hypoglycemic episodes among those receiving intensive treatment. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2518492 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2518492 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/GERIATRICS/VADT-ACCORD-shed-new-light-on-treating-older-type-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/602703?ref=25 New subanalyses of two major intensive glucose control trials indicate that for older patients with type 2 diabetes, the risks associated with hypoglycemic episodes may not balance the benefit associated with more aggressive glucose lowering. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2518491 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2518491 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Approaching-the-patient-with-chronic-eye-irritatio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601870?ref=25 Patients with dry eye experience sandy-gritty irritation, dryness, burning, or increased awareness of their eyes that gets worse as the day goes on, whereas patients with posterior blepharitis, or meibomitis, have similar symptoms that are worse on eye opening. Treatment includes strategies to lower tear film osmolarity and to treat associated eyelid conditions. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465583 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:42 +0100 2465583 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/Standard-chemo-found-superior-to-capecitabine-amon/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601876?ref=25 Standard adjuvant chemotherapy was superior to capecitabine for treating older women with early breast cancer, although with substantial toxicity. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465582 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:42 +0100 2465582 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-I-was-informed-that-Medicare-no-l/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601871?ref=25 A physician practicing with a Medicare number back in 2007 can file claims through the end of 2009 for dates of service back to October 1, 2007. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465581 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:42 +0100 2465581 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-Can-I-bill-Medicare-for-discussin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601865?ref=25 If more than half of the time spent with the patient was in counseling and/or coordination of care, use the CPT book to determine which level of visit code to bill. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465580 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:42 +0100 2465580 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Consider-medical-care-at-home/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601861?ref=25 When clinicians join the traditional home health care team, "medical care at home" is created. Research indicates that medical care at home can increase patient and caregiver satisfaction and reduce hospitalization. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465579 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:41 +0100 2465579 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-We-are-seeing-a-patient-from-anot/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601868?ref=25 Always bill the Medicare carrier that has jurisdiction in the place of service (your office), regardless of where the patient lives. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465578 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:41 +0100 2465578 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Endocrinology/A-review-of-ICSI-guideline-on-type-2-diabetes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601869?ref=25 Diabetes poses a significant challenge to primary care physicians to improve metabolic control and minimize debilitating complications. A recent guideline published by the Institute for Clinical Systems Improvement provides a comprehensive approach to diagnosis and management of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes in adults. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465577 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:41 +0100 2465577 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Endocrinology/Glucose-control-a-concern-for-hospitalized-elderly/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601864?ref=25 Hyperglycemia is common yet undertreated among older hospitalized patients who are particularly susceptible to adverse effects of elevated glucose because of hyperglycemia-induced immune defects coupled with age-associated immune senescence. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465576 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:41 +0100 2465576 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-We-have-a-Medicare-patient-who-re/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601866?ref=25 You are allowed to dismiss or divorce a Medicare patient. To be safe, you should check with your malpractice carrier to find out your state requirements for the wording of the dismissal letter. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465575 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:40 +0100 2465575 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Case-Blistering-eruption-of-hands/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601860?ref=25 Consider dyshidrosis in a patient with recurrent pruritic vesicles on the hands. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465574 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:40 +0100 2465574 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Research+Briefs/History-of-stroke-holds-greater-risk-of-mild-cogni/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601867?ref=25 Nonamnestic mild cognitive impairment is more common among those with a history of stroke than those without, whereas the apolipoprotein E4 genotype is associated with amnestic mild cognitive impairment and memory loss. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465573 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:40 +0100 2465573 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Menopause-medicine-Exercise-and-weight-gain/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601875?ref=25 Exercise can prevent weight gain during peri- and postmenopause. Although simple in theory, there are physiologic changes that make it particularly challenging. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465572 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:40 +0100 2465572 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Modern+Medicine+Now/Medicare-Q-amp-A-I-have-read-that-we-should-expect/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601873?ref=25 Medicare is increasing amounts being paid for diagnostics and labs that family physicians perform. Physicians attuned to this are increasing their monthly net revenue by 30% or more. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465571 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:40 +0100 2465571 http://geriatrics.modernmedicine.com/geriatrics/Fully-searchable-access-to-complete-June-2009-issu/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/602154?ref=25 Consider medical care at home A review of ICSI guideline on type 2 diabetes Glucose control a concern for hospitalized elderly Approaching the patient with chronic eye irritation Menopause medicine: Exercise and weight gain Opinion: Auscultation with fabric upon lungs (AWFUL) Plus regular columns and departments (Source: Geriatrics Magazine) Geriatrics Magazine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2465570 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:52:39 +0100 2465570