Author: Xue, Fu-Shan M.D. et al Anesthesiology October 21, 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005703 This Letter to the Editor comments on Zhang et al.’s recent study evaluating pyridoxine as part of a multimodal strategy for preventing postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) following gynecologic laparoscopic surgery. The authors commend the findings but raise concerns about potential confounding factors and the […]
Read MoreAuthors: Hight, Darren et al. Anesthesiology October 2025 | DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005762 This letter to the editor exposes a long-standing technical flaw in Bispectral Index (BIS) monitors (Medtronic, Ireland) that directly affects calculation of the spectral edge frequency 95 (SEF95), a standard electroencephalographic (EEG) measure used to gauge anesthetic depth. The authors—building on prior reports of […]
Read MoreHardin Medical Center (122 beds) is offering a rare CRNA-only practice where you can enjoy full autonomy and an exceptional lifestyle. • Schedule: 2 weeks on / 1 week off (17 weeks off each year)• Model: Independent CRNA practice – no anesthesiologist supervision• Case Mix: General surgery, orthopedics, endoscopy, OB/GYN (including epidurals & C-sections)• No […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review ASC leaders face a near impossible situation as anesthesia reimbursement rates stagnate and decline, all while other pressures, including staffing issues and operational costs weigh on profitability. Two leaders recently joined Becker’s to discuss their strategies for surviving the anesthesia cost squeeze. Editor’s note: Responses have been lightly edited for clarity and length. Question: What […]
Read MoreAuthor: Todd Shryock Medical Economics With denials cutting deeper into practice revenue, physicians are turning to AI-driven tools to catch errors before submission, automate appeals and reduce administrative burnout. Health care claims denials remain a growing challenge for providers, draining administrative resources, delaying payments and impacting patient experiences. Denials often occur due to incomplete documentation, coding errors, […]
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