Anticipated impact of government spending tells story of winners, losers in the health reform effort
What the Affordable Care Act Means for Otolaryngologists and Their Patients
While the health reform effort may have only a modest impact overall on otolaryngology, physicians expect greater focus on developing applicable quality measurements for the specialty, a shift to patient-centered access of care, and more training in public policy issues for otolaryngology trainees and residents
How Will the Affordable Care Act Impact Otolaryngology?
Analysts predict the influx of insured patients that are expected to flood the healthcare system will likely shrink physician reimbursements, cause some otolaryngologists to flock to larger healthcare systems or limit access to patients with private insurance plans, and exacerbate the shortage of specialists
What Is the Evidence for Use of Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Clean-Contaminated Head and Neck Surgery?
Antibiotic prophylaxis is effective when used in clean-contaminated oncologic surgery, but shouldn’t be used beyond 24 hours postoperatively
Are Prophylactic Antibiotics Necessary for Otologic Surgery?
Routine use of prophylactics in clean otologic surgery is not supported by evidence, and their role in contaminated cases warrants more research
Are Stents Necessary after Choanal Atresia Repair?
Patient outcomes are good regardless of whether postoperative stents are used, but repair without stents lessens intensity of postsurgical management and avoids potential for stent-related complications
Non-AHI Measurements May Be Useful in Nonsurgical Management of OSA
Are measurements of real-world clinical outcomes other than the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) useful in managing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)?
Tumor Biomarkers Can Help Predict Outcomes in Larynx Cancer
Are larynx cancer tumor genetic biomarkers predictive of outcome?
Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery Most Common Class to Result in Facial Nerve Injury
What types of iatrogenic facial nerve injuries (IFNIs) are most likely to occur in which circumstances?
Confirming CRS with CT Scan Prior to Treatment Is Cost Effective
Is it cost effective for primary care physicians (PCPs) to obtain a CT scan prior to treatment/referral in patients presenting with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) symptoms?
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