Authors: Bertoch, Todd MD et al Anesthesiology March 21, 2025. Background: Opioids are effective for treating acute pain but have safety, tolerability, and addiction concerns while non-opioid analgesics have limited efficacy. Suzetrigine, an oral, non-opioid, small molecule, selectively inhibits the voltage-gated sodium channel 1.8 (NaV1.8) and has potential to provide efficacious and safe relief for […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesia billing is complicated and evolving, according to a March 15 blog post from Knack RCM. Here are nine of the “hidden revenue killers,” according to the report: 1. Time-based billing complexity Unlike most specialties, anesthesia billing is time-based. Payers differ in how they calculate time units — Medicare uses […]
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]
Read MoreIf you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]
Read MoreAuthors: Maguire, Aislinn D BSc et al Anesthesiology March 19, 2025. Background: In the peripheral nervous system, nociceptors become hyperexcitable in both acute and chronic pain conditions. This phenotype can be mediated by dysregulated calcium, which occurs if the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) and mitochondria fail to buffer it appropriately. The redox enzyme endoplasmic reticulum oxidoreductin […]
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