1. In this target emulation trial, parathyroidectomy did not affect long-term renal function in adults with primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT). 2. Patients with parathyroidectomy had no difference in the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) decline compared to those without parathyroidectomy. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: The definitive treatment for PHPT is parathyroidectomy to remove
Woman receives surprise $8,500 charge from doctor she never met That person will submit a bill even though they had no part to do in your surgery, Damia Causey said she was told of the practice. Share Updated: 9:25 PM CST Mar 4, 2021
Woman receives surprise $8,500 charge from doctor she never met That person will submit a bill even though they had no part to do in your surgery, Damia Causey said she was told of the practice. Share Updated: 9:25 PM CST Mar 4, 2021
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Show Transcript SHOCK. DERRICK: WHEN DAMIA CAUSEY NEEDED SURGERY AT FROEDTERT. I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH HYPOTHYROIDISM. SHE SET UP A MEETING WITH THE HOSPITAL’S FINANCIAL ESTIMATOR TO GET AN IDEA UPFRONT. THERE IS A LOT GOING ON. MONEY IS TIGHT EVERYWHERE. OF WHAT TO PAY ON THE BACK EN THE ESTIMATE WAS ABOUT $1100. SO SHE HAD THE SURGERY IN AUGUST. MY INITIAL BILL WAS $1100, NOT TOO BAD, THEN IN JANUARY, ADJUSTED BILL. DERRICK: AN $8,500 ADJUSTMENT, PUSHING T