Indwelling Pleural Catheter (PleurX/Aspira) Access

There have been some issues with providers accessing Aspira Catheters incorrectly by either using PleurX equipment or needles.These have damaged the Aspira catheters and necessitated their removal. Please view the attached information sheet on proper access.If you are ever unsure, please contact Interventional Pulmonary for guidance

Medicare Oxygen Coverage Change

There is an update to Medicare guidelines for coverage of oxygen. This is being adopted by most DME(Including HART) and should make the process easier. These went into effect 1/1/23. This is a summary of the discussion with HART. I am certain there will be nuances that come up through the year. Key changes Removal […]

F2 Rounds/Teaching Schedule

Team Assignments: 1st half of the month:  Senior Staff rounds with Team A,  Fellow rounds with Team B 2nd half of the month:  Fellow switches to round with Team A, Senior Staff rounds with Team B AM Rounds: Senior Staff and Fellow round separately with their assigned resident teams Senior Staff then rounds with the […]