Howie BartzResults of Widespread Prepayment Review of Claims for Lumbar-Sacral Orthoses, HCPCS Codes…DME MAC Jurisdiction A has completed the widespread prepayment review of claims for Lumbar-Sacral Orthoses (HCPCS codes L0631 and L0637)…Nov 3, 2015Nov 3, 2015
Howie BartzPharmacogenetics and Pain Management — Clinical Use and Interpretation of the Common…In recent years, pharmacogenetic testing has become more common in pain management. During this time, a few cytochrome P450 (CYP450)…Oct 16, 20151Oct 16, 20151
Howie BartzExercise & Lifestyle Tips to Reduce Back PainBack pain is often a result of the aging process for many people, but there are steps you can take to keep your back strong and healthy.Oct 13, 20151Oct 13, 20151
Howie BartzNonpharmacologic Treatment for Long-Term Neck PainA Swedish study is set to analyze the effect of massage and exercise therapy on subacute and long-lasting neck pain, which is a pesky…Oct 8, 2015Oct 8, 2015
Howie BartzHow to Treat Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Otherwise Known as Runner’s KneeIn medical terminology, “runners knee” is called patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). It is a problem that responds very well to…Sep 30, 2015Sep 30, 2015
Howie BartzBack Pain Patients Seek Pain Relief First, Mobility SecondPain relief is a greater concern than mobility for people with a common form of lower back pain known as lumbar spinal stenosis, a new…Sep 24, 2015Sep 24, 2015
Howie BartzNIH Panel: Opioid Use Calls for Individualized Treatment for Americans in PainUntil more research is conducted on the safety and effectiveness of opioid painkillers, the health care community should focus on…Sep 21, 2015Sep 21, 2015
Howie BartzTreatment Options to Manage Pain from Compression FracturesHave you ever bent over to grab something only to be paralyzed by sharp back pain? If you haven’t had a fall or experienced any other…Sep 14, 2015Sep 14, 2015
Howie BartzNew Study: Does taking opioids for back pain delay return to work?Being prescribed an opioid for low back pain may keep workers off the job longer, according to a new study from McMaster University…Sep 9, 2015Sep 9, 2015
Howie BartzEffectiveness of Therapeutic Facet Joint Interventions in Managing Chronic Spinal PainThe therapeutic spinal facet joint interventions generally used for the treatment of axial spinal pain of facet joint origin are…Sep 3, 2015Sep 3, 2015
