You may also like
Overview of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Cardiogenic Shock
The purpose of this article was to review cardiogenic shock etiologies, the role of ECMO, and to discuss the transition process of implementing a nurse-run ECMO program.
1 min read
Does Stark Phase III Ring the Death Knell for Physician-Owned Perfusion Groups?
The Stark Law, and the rules and regulations promulgated there under, is administered by the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Unless there is a specific exemption contained in the law or regulations, a physician cannot refer a Medicare patient for “designated health services” (those listed in the law or regulations) to an entity in which the physician or an immediate family member has a financial relationship.
5 min read
Anesthetic Challenges and Considerations Presented by the Jehovah’s Witness Patient
Introduction The care of Jehovah’s Witnesses presents complex ethical, legal and medical issues for physicians. The Jehovah’s Witness patient will readily seek […]
23 min read