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Opinion
Standing by and still open for business during COVID-19 pandemic
March 19, 2020
“With the relaxing of telehealth requirements for Medicare that were announced on March 17, I’m setting up to ‘see’ patients remotely,” says Dr. Allan M. Block.
News
Real-world shortages not addressed in new COVID-19 guidance
March 19, 2020
WHO provides up-to-date guidance on COVID-19 treatment, but real-world ingenuity will be needed to tackle thorny issues surrounding this disease.
News
Lopinavir-ritonavir trial results ‘disappointing’ for severe COVID-19
March 19, 2020
But patients in the lopinavir/ritonavir group had a shorter stay in the intensive care unit than did those in the standard-care group.
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News
AFib-related cardiovascular deaths on the rise
March 19, 2020
PHOENIX, ARIZ. – A more pronounced increase in mortality rate was observed among black and white men.
News
AGA and colleague societies issue clinical insights for COVID-19
March 19, 2020
Screening patients, personal protection, procedure postponement, and special precautions with infected patients are discussed.
News
Patients with COVID-19 may face risk for liver injury
March 19, 2020
Mechanisms of damage remain unclear, but could include virus-, immune-, or drug-induced injury.
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News
Designing an effective onboarding program
March 19, 2020
The first year remains the most vulnerable period for a new hospitalist.
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News
COVID-19 will test medical supply stocks
March 19, 2020
“In the matter of a week or two...I think we’ll get a feel for whether or not we really have enough of the supplies that it takes,” said Dr. Anthony Fauci.
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News
COVID-19 in China: Children have less severe disease, but are vulnerable
March 19, 2020
The findings of this case review underscore the possibility that children “may play a major role in community-based viral transmission” of novel coronavirus 2019.
News
ACP outlines guide for COVID-19 telehealth coding, billing
March 19, 2020
Also included are tips on handling staff absences and information on allowed technology and services.
