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Senators hear what’s wrong with APMs, MIPS
“I lost $100,000 to score that perfect [MIPS] score. So we need to modify that.”
Conference Coverage
2019 Update: Contraceptives and unintended pregnancy rates
NASHVILLE, TENN. – Unintended pregnancy rates are declining largely because of better and more contraceptive use,...
Conference Coverage
Consider varying generational needs, preferences in the workplace and with patients
NASHVILLE, TENN. – Generational differences have important implications for communication, education, and more –...
Conference Coverage
Machine learning tool may predict LSG outcomes
BALTIMORE – Researchers reported on an artificial neural network model of patient factors that may help predict 30-day outcomes of laparoscopic...
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AACE 2019: Top takeaways from Yehuda Handelsman and Paul Jellinger
LOS ANGELES – Yehuda Handelsman, MD, and Paul S. Jellinger, MD, summarized some of the key takeaways from this year’...
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FDA approves Qternmet XR as adjunct therapy for glycemic improvement in type 2 diabetes
FDA approval is based on results from a pair of phase 3 trials that tested different combinations of dapagliflozin and saxagliptin.
From the Journals
Fournier gangrene cases surge in patients using SGLT2 inhibitors
Serious complications and death are likely if Fournier gangrene is not recognized.
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Employed physicians now outnumber independent doctors
A majority of doctors still work in small practices, although that number is falling.
Conference Coverage
Simple initiative boosted proportion of residents who screen for obesity
LOS ANGELES – During office visits, consider asking patients “How do you feel about your weight?”
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Weight-loss drug options expand, but beware cardiac risk
LOS ANGELES – Even diabetes drugs can help patients shed pounds, but more powerful alternatives are available.
Conference Coverage
Endo fellows report lack of confidence in managing some after-hour calls
LOS ANGELES – The findings highlight a need for more formalized curriculum in telephone medicine and feedback process.