Clinical and Financial Integration of Physician Practices: Panel Discussion

7/16/2013

unique circumstances.  While participation in an ACO/IDS may facilitate the transition from a traditional … may want to be familiar with the dynamics of the health care environment in your area. Consider … that may impact your practice, therefore it important to consider your environment. Are there other …

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Guidance for Providing Interpreters

7/12/2013

") by providing oral language assistance. Additionally, hearing-impaired patients may be considered disabled under …, and cultural competence allow for accurate translation. Family members (especially children) or friends may …

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Committee on Environmental and Occupational Health - April 24, 2013

7/2/2013

Attendance: Don Accetta, MD David Deitz, MD, chair John Burress, MD, vice chair Philip Parks, MD Nancy Ghareeb, Alliance Marie Christine Reti, Alliance  Nina Danforth, guest Business Vote on Minutes of March 6, 2013 The minutes of March 6, 2013 were approved. Medical marijuana  On April 10, the state Departmen

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Massachusetts Medical Marijuana Law: Considerations for Physicians

6/20/2013

marijuana law became effective May 24, 2013. The regulations cover the activities of physicians, patient … physician, physician co-worker or family member may have a financial relationship with a marijuana … dispensary Physician may not certify marijuana use for themselves Physicians may not delegate certification …

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Question 2

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Question 2

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Decision-making Process and Discussions

6/20/2013

periodically and especially when the patient's health status deteriorates. Although patients may be reluctant … decision-making capacity, advance care planning is done with a surrogate decision-maker, which may be a health … the risks and benefits of the options presented to them. WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU SUSPECT A PATIENT MAY …

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Introduction

6/20/2013

on their lives. Patients may have many questions and concerns about symptoms (such as pain, nausea, dyspnea …, and friends as appropriate. Patients should be advised that their life goals and treatment wishes may change … as their illness progresses and therefore may need to be revisited. The following are two resources for advance …

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