Just Some Podcast for Advanced Practitioners

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#23 - Cardiology Feb 17, 2019

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At a listener suggestion, we discuss things cardiology for Valentine's Day. Ben and Tom welcome Jen, Cardiology NP, to the show. We discuss referring to cardiology, testing that needs done before sending to cardiology, and where does cardiology refer too when they need to. Broken Heart Syndrome is examined as well. We end on some weird cardiac cases that Ben, Tom, and Jen have seen in their careers. You'll likely notice that Tom sounds better and you'll hear why. We enjoyed having Jen on the show and we think you'll enjoy it as well. 4StateAPN Conference - http://4stateapn.enpnetwork.com

#22 - Getting Published in a Journal Feb 09, 2019

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Ben and Tom welcome guest, Jeff, to the show. Jeff is the 2017 Author of the Year for the Nurse Practitioner Journal for his article on Diabetes Management in Primary Care. We discuss everything that it took to take this paper for idea to award winning article and article used for CEUs. Jeff discusses the process of submitting the paper to a peer reviewed journal and how it originally started out as an idea for a school paper. If you have desires to write articles for publishing in journals, make sure you listen to this episode. Near the end of the episode Ben makes a promise to Tom in the event he ever wins a Nobel Prize. **Pay attention to the episodes with Jeff on them. There is an inside joke. Can you catch on to what it is? Find out after we have Jeff back for the Diabetes episodes.** Jeff's Article: https://journals.lww.com/tnpj/Abstract/2017/08000/An_update_on_type_2_diabetes_management_in_primary.5.aspx 4StateAPN 13th Annual Conference - For more info and to sign up http://4stateapn.enpnetwork.com

#21 - Medical Television Shows Feb 02, 2019

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The guys decided to have a lighter, more fun episode so they looked at medical television shows and how accurate.... or grossly inaccurate they are. They reached out to our listeners who provided lots of feedback on things they have seen in shows as well. The basics are covered like shocking asystole in codes and intubating with yankauers. Then they go in-depth into several shows that have tons of errors in them. Let's just say, if providers practice like they do on television, licenses would be revoked quickly. Our stories you may have missed involves concerns from the WHO and another incident of a medical professional losing their life.

#20 - Opioid Epidemic - Part 2 - The End Jan 27, 2019

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In part 2 of the opioid episode, Tom and Ben look at where we are now in regards to the opioid episode with some startling statistics. After that, the guys look at how practices are changing in family practice and prescribing controlled substances as well as looking at treatment options for opioid addictions. In looking at treatment options, they look at the most popular options currently available and discuss what some options may be with the future of treating those with opioid addiction. Ben and Tom also give out some numbers for help and wanted to make sure they get into the show notes. If you or someone you love is addicted to prescription medications or illicit drugs, the SAMHSA Helpline is 1-800-662-HELP or 1-800-662-4357. If you or someone you love is contemplating suicide, please reach out for help with your primary provider, mental health, or the suicide lifeline. 1-800-273-8255

#19 - Opioid Epidemic - Part 1 - The Beginning Jan 19, 2019

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Tom & Ben decided to examine more in-depth the opioid epidemic currently happening in the United States. Because of the amount of information that needed to be covered this will actually be a two part episode. This is part 1; where they delve into "How we got here?" in regards to the opioid epidemic. The guys discuss a brief history of opium and opioids tracing back farther than you likely imagined it would be. The history is interesting and winds a path to the present day. Looking at more recent history, the guys examine four catalysts that helped create a perfect storm and lead to the current proportions of the opioid epidemic. In next week's episode, the guys will examine "Where we are?" and "Where do we go from here?" in relation to the current climate of the opioid problem in the US.

#18 - The Evolution of EMR Technology Jan 12, 2019

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Ben & Tom bring healthcare information technology expert, Greg, on the show to discuss healthcare IT and the charting in EMRs. With his expertise, we look at where we came from in Healthcare 1.0 to development of EMRs and transition to Healthcare 2.0 to finally what the future might hold in Healthcare 3.0. A conversation with IT and EMRs wouldn't be complete without discussing the problems and concerns with the current charting system. We also ask Greg to gaze into his digital Magic 8 ball and look at the future of technology in healthcare and we even discuss some big tech companies and whether they are entering into the healthcare realm. Greg is also in the process of starting a technology podcast called "Tech Crossover" where he will talk with people in all facets of technology. You can find his site http://www.techcrossover.com and we will link to his podcast once it starts.

Just Some Podcast for Advanced Practitioners Episode 17 - Respiratory Therapy Job Shadowing Jan 05, 2019

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Tom & Ben have discussed expanding the scope of the show and this is the first test episode in that format. We have discussed expanding to include other healthcare domains, so we welcomed Megan, a respiratory therapist, on the show. She discusses the role of respiratory therapy both in inpatient and outpatient settings. She also helps us to examine CPAPs in great detail and discusses the importance alarms on the ventilator. Our "Story You May Have Missed" discusses a Christmas present that could be causing more harm than good to those that receive it. Find us on social media Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/JustSomePodcast Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/JustSomePodcast Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/JustSomePodcast Our Amazon Affiliate Link https://www.amazon.com/?tag=justsomepodca-20&linkCode=ur1

Just Some Podcast for Advanced Practitioners Episode 16 - First Responders Dec 22, 2018

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In this episode, the Christmas episode, Ben & Tom welcome Christine from Antidotes, Stories in Medicine to the show. Like any good holiday get together, they tell stories from days as first responders before they were Nurse Practitioners. Hear stories about police, fire, EMS, 9-1-1 dispatch, and ER in this episode that will likely have you ducking for cover, laughing, and maybe even a few tears shed. You'll hear how Ben transitioned from 9-1-1 and law enforcement to nursing and you'll hear the story of the night Tom decided to go from police officer to nurse. Christine shares some great stories of hostage calls and humanitarian missions. This episode has bullets, babies, and flash bang grenades. If you like this episode, make sure you subscribed to Christine's podcast "Antidotes, Stories in Medicine" on all major podcast channels or she can be found at https://antidotespodcast.podbean.com/ You can also find her on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/antidotespodcast Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/antidotespodcast Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/antidotespod Amazon Affiliate Link - https://www.amazon.com/?tag=justsomepodca-20&linkCode=ur1

Just Some Podcast for Advanced Practitioners Episode 15 - Alcohol Effects Dec 15, 2018

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Ben & Tom attempt to discuss the effects of alcohol. We examine the acute effects, holiday heart, and chronic effects of alcohol usage. The guys decided to do this while drinking alcohol as well, so that effects could be seen during the episode. What transpired ended up having to be re-done. But Kyle pulled some of the funnier bits from the first recording of the show and inserted those into the episode. We also (with the help from some friends) made some spoof commercials for Cafe Bustelo, because a strong coffee is usually needed the next day after alcohol usage. So make sure you listen to this episode and hear the guys in all their intoxicated glory. Amazon Affiliate Link:https://www.amazon.com/?tag=justsomepodca-20&linkCode=ur1

Just Some Podcast for Advanced Practitioners Episode 14 - Medical Billing and RVUs Dec 08, 2018

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A 9921..what? Ben & Tom jump deep into the sewers of medical billing to break it all down for you. How do you know what code to bill? Do I get a consent form or not? Is there an ICD-10 code for this? What are RVUS and how are they calculated? All those questions and more are answered in this episode. The guys break it down into three sections. First, is determining the appropriate coding for your office visits. We look at what needs to go into the HPI, ROS, and PE for each code. Next, they examine the transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 and why we had to make that change. What is ICD-10 good for and they find some VERY interesting ICD-10 codes. Lastly, (and a highly requested topic) the boys jump into CPT codes, consent forms, and RVUs. An in-depth explanation of calculating RVUs occurs in this episode. If you are negotiating a RVU contract in the future, you don't want to miss this. And after the show ends, we get the guys back on for a short explanation of next week's episode. Amazon Affiliate Link:https://www.amazon.com/?tag=justsomepodca-20&linkCode=ur1

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