Recap on Discoveries and Conversations in the Kidney Industry: The Start of 2018
Several interesting nephrology related studies and articles were published over the last month or so. The paragraphs below recap these discoveries and conversations—ranging from robot-assisted…
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Podcast: Exploring Nephrology Practice Business Models
For nephrologists considering a new practice business model in today’s value-based landscape, identifying the most fitting option can be a challenge. Listen to this podcast,…
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Study: Oral Anticoagulants for Patients Initiating Dialysis with Existing Atrial Fibrillation or Flutter
Systemic oral anticoagulants may decrease the risk of ischemic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation or flutter (Afib). In the general patient population, those with…
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Improving Nephrology Coding and Billing with Reviews and Education
With the growing body of regulations today, nephrology coding has become more complex. Practices must navigate not only a new level of specificity but also…
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Advancing Kidney Transplants through Data, Donor Chains and Vouchers, Part 2
Until recently, compatible donors did not have the option to insure their loved ones with a kidney for a future transplant. Participants in standard donor…
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Advancing Kidney Transplants through Data, Donor Chains and Vouchers, Part 1
Over the past decade, kidney transplant specialists have expanded their primary focus from the narrowly circumscribed deceased donor pool to include a virtually unlimited living…
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Online Diet Tools for Patients with Kidney Disease
During the holidays it’s all the more important for patients with kidney disease to understand and adhere to their complex kidney diet. They may need…
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Study: Ultrafiltration Profiling: Association with Clinical Outcomes among Incident Dialysis Patient
Ultrafiltration (UF) profiling is the practice of varying the UF rate during the dialysis treatment in order to mitigate the consequences of decreased effective circulating…
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Improving Living Kidney Donation with the New KDIGO Clinical Practice Guideline
Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO), the global non-profit organization that develops and implements evidence-based clinical practice guidelines in kidney disease, tackled a different subject…
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Article Overview: The Importance of Public/Private Health Partnerships
We can all agree that the current health care system is flawed. While reform is imperative, it is important to keep in mind how changes…
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