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Primary Care 2.0 – How Crossover Health is “Re-Bundling” Health Care

Health Populi

These companies targeting primary care components represent the “unbundling of the family doctor,” as CB Insights recently coined the market trend. health care system, or more aptly “non-system” as my old friend J.D. Fragmentation is a hallmark of the U.S. Kleinke noted in his book titled Oxymorons ….published

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What Causes Hip Pain That Radiates Down the Leg?

Healthcare Associates

Then, your doctor can work with you to find the proper treatment. For example, if excess weight is causing your hip pain, your doctor may recommend losing weight with diet or exercise. However, you may want to see your doctor first to make sure getting rest will help your pain go away.

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Virtual Chronic Pain Startup, Override Launches with $3.5M

HIT Consultant

Even though chronic pain is known to affect more than just the body, pain care typically operates in silos – surgeons performing surgeries, primary care doctors prescribing opioids, psychologists conducting psychotherapy – without any communication between providers.

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Osteoporosis vs. Osteoarthritis

Healthcare Associates

How to Manage Osteoporosis If you are diagnosed with osteoporosis, your doctor may prescribe medications that can increase your bone density and/or bone strength. If low hormone levels are contributing to your condition, your doctor may also put you on hormone therapy. You may also receive physical therapy.

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14 Ways to Reduce Long Patient Wait Times

Healthcare Success

According to Avalere Health , nearly three in four doctors work for a hospital, health system, or corporate entity today. What’s more, female consumers are even more interested in consumer feedback, with almost 80% of women saying they read patient reviews before considering a new doctor. In other words, only 26.1%

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7 Reasons For Inner Knee Pain Without Swelling

Healthcare Associates

7 This condition accounts for between 25% and 40% of all knee problems treated by doctors who specialize in sports medicine. However, if you think your injury is severe or your symptoms get worse, it may be time to see a doctor. Severe knee injuries may require months of physical therapy and rehabilitation.

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What will be the impact of COVID-19 on the next wave of health IT innovation?

Healthcare It News

The next wave is the dawn of digital-first clinics with a primary care focus, while offering certain specialties – such as physical therapy, cardiology, maternity or behavioral health. These providers are interacting with patients in a mix of bricks-and-mortar and virtual care models.