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Their primary role is NOT the long-term management of Chronic Pain Conditions
Their primary role is NOT the long-term management of Chronic Pain Conditions
- Pain Specialist
- Neurologist
- Anesthesiologist (correct)
- Physiatrist
Scenario: You do 2nd intake with new CL, complains of neck pain, left shoulder pain and lower back pain. The accident occurred 24 hrs ago, no UC or ER, has been taking Ibuprofen for the pain. What provider do you send them to first?
Scenario: You do 2nd intake with new CL, complains of neck pain, left shoulder pain and lower back pain. The accident occurred 24 hrs ago, no UC or ER, has been taking Ibuprofen for the pain. What provider do you send them to first?
- Emergency Room
- Ortho Extremities
- Pain Management
- Urgent Care (correct)
They focus on enhancing the function and quality of life for our clients who have physical impairments or disabilities:
They focus on enhancing the function and quality of life for our clients who have physical impairments or disabilities:
- PM&R (correct)
- Chiropractor
- Anesthesiologist
- Pain Management
Type of doctor whose primary focus is the long-term treatment of pain
Type of doctor whose primary focus is the long-term treatment of pain
If you have a case with a PM your client should NOT see an anesthesiologist or PM&R
If you have a case with a PM your client should NOT see an anesthesiologist or PM&R
When a client gets a procedure or surgery usually there can be an Anesthesia fee and you should always request those records and billing
When a client gets a procedure or surgery usually there can be an Anesthesia fee and you should always request those records and billing
Scenario: Your client just underwent a Lumbar Fusion surgery and is currently not able to walk properly. What type of medical provider may help your client?
Scenario: Your client just underwent a Lumbar Fusion surgery and is currently not able to walk properly. What type of medical provider may help your client?
Which type of doctor is our usual lead in the treatment of our clients and may provide referrals to different specialists to better address our clients' complaints?
Which type of doctor is our usual lead in the treatment of our clients and may provide referrals to different specialists to better address our clients' complaints?
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Anesthesiologist's Role
Anesthesiologist's Role
An anesthesiologist's primary role is NOT managing chronic pain conditions long-term.
Initial Pain Assessment
Initial Pain Assessment
For a new client with recent pain (e.g., neck, shoulder, back pain), send them to an urgent care clinic for initial evaluation.
PM&R Role
PM&R Role
Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) doctors focus on improving function for clients with disabilities or physical impairments.
Pain Management Specialist
Pain Management Specialist
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Anesthesiologist vs PM&R for pain
Anesthesiologist vs PM&R for pain
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Anesthesia Billing
Anesthesia Billing
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Post-Surgery Rehab. Need
Post-Surgery Rehab. Need
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Lead Medical Provider
Lead Medical Provider
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