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Preventing falls in older patients: Assessment and intervention
Recognizing risk factors and ameliorating underlying disease and mobility problems are crucial to preventing falls and maintaining your patients' safety and independence.
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Monocional antibody demonstrates efficacy in postmenopausal osteoporosis
A pivotal phase 3 trial of a fully human monoclonal antibody, denosumab, that prevents bone destruction is under way and includes 7,800 postmenopausal, osteoporotic women aged 60 to 90 years. The primary endpoint is new vertebral fractures versus placebo and secondary end points are safety and tolerability of the new agent. Phase 2 clinical trials have demonstrated that denosumab is superior to aldendronate in preserving bone mineral density (BMD), reported researchers during the American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting in San Diego, Calif.
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Coding Consult: Well-woman exams
When you perform a well-woman exam, you could have trouble getting paid for the visit if you don't know how to properly code Pap tests, and if you don't understand how Medicare and private payers' guidelines differ. Here are some tips.
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The challenges of managing eating disorders in your office
Caring for a patient with an eating disorder can seem daunting. It doesn't have to be if you follow these practical guidelines.
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