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Houston ? Doctors who have wanted to
prescribe narcotics to chronic pain sufferers no longer face an obstacle course of malpractice lawsuits and medical board investigations.”Prescribing Narcotics: Physician Implementation of Pain Management Guidelines,” is the recent publication of Patricia D. Salvato, M.D., that details the proper procedures and protocols for prescribing narcotics to patients requiring such medicinal treatment.”Physicians must recognize that their written records are the basis for judging prescribing conduct and this book provides complete guidelines for an appropriate clinical approach and detailed documentation when opiod treatment is prescribed for the patient with chronic pain.” ? SalvatoFor decades, many doctors avoided prescribing narcotics for chronic pain sufferers because of the hazards, obstacles and legal ramifications. However, recently adopted guidelines by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners (TSBME) have provided some direction for doctors in need of prescribing narcotic therapy for their patients.The
bridge between the TSBME’s guidelines and doctors needing comprehensive knowledge of the new rules is Salvato’s book. Highlights include the following: Guidelines for documenting the range of patient services Comprehensive guide in pain management Essential reference for documenting patient/doctor visits to comply with regulatory guidelines Structured guidelines to avoid legal and disciplinary problems Authority of Physicians to provide treatment of pain from Texas register Listing of State Intractable Pain Acts Detailed protocols for documentation with necessary physician forms Examples of completed assessment tools Step-by-step protocols for management of the most common chronic pain syndromes Tables that outline the pharmacology, dosages, and side effects of common narcotics Required information for accurate documentationBridging the gap of communication between the patient’s family, the patient and doctor is another
benefit of Salvato’s book.”Although malpractice claims against doctors are unlikely to disappear, these claims can be minimized significantly with excellent documentation. The suggestions for documentation provided in this book will aid greatly in the patient’s understanding of pain control, possibilities of addiction, and understanding physical versus psychological dependence on narcotics. It also serves to get the family involved in the patient’s care plan, a major deterrent, in itself, to malpractice claims. This is a cost-effective recommendation in the sense that it can benefit patient and doctor.” — SalvatoSalvato’s experience in providing 13 years of medical treatment to patients suffering with chronic intractable pain, as well as patients afflicted with terminal illnesses, boosts her credibility as an expert in the field of pain management.For more information about Dr. Salvato’s book, please contact the following phone number: 1-888-709-4080

Houston ? Doctors who have wanted to
prescribe narcotics to chronic pain sufferers no longer face an obstacle course of malpractice lawsuits and medical board investigations.”Prescribing Narcotics: Physician Implementation of Pain Management Guidelines,” is the recent publication of Patricia D. Salvato, M.D., that details the proper procedures and protocols for prescribing narcotics to patients requiring such medicinal treatment.”Physicians must recognize that their written records are the basis for judging prescribing conduct and this book provides complete guidelines for an appropriate clinical approach and detailed documentation when opiod treatment is prescribed for the patient with chronic pain.” ? SalvatoFor decades, many doctors avoided prescribing narcotics for chronic pain sufferers because of the hazards, obstacles and legal ramifications. However, recently adopted guidelines by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners (TSBME) have provided some direction for doctors in need of prescribing narcotic therapy for their patients.The
bridge between the TSBME’s guidelines and doctors needing comprehensive knowledge of the new rules is Salvato’s book. Highlights include the following: Guidelines for documenting the range of patient services Comprehensive guide in pain management Essential reference for documenting patient/doctor visits to comply with regulatory guidelines Structured guidelines to avoid legal and disciplinary problems Authority of Physicians to provide treatment of pain from Texas register Listing of State Intractable Pain Acts Detailed protocols for documentation with necessary physician forms Examples of completed assessment tools Step-by-step protocols for management of the most common chronic pain syndromes Tables that outline the pharmacology, dosages, and side effects of common narcotics Required information for accurate documentationBridging the gap of communication between the patient’s family, the patient and doctor is another
benefit of Salvato’s book.”Although malpractice claims against doctors are unlikely to disappear, these claims can be minimized significantly with excellent documentation. The suggestions for documentation provided in this book will aid greatly in the patient’s understanding of pain control, possibilities of addiction, and understanding physical versus psychological dependence on narcotics. It also serves to get the family involved in the patient’s care plan, a major deterrent, in itself, to malpractice claims. This is a cost-effective recommendation in the sense that it can benefit patient and doctor.” — SalvatoSalvato’s experience in providing 13 years of medical treatment to patients suffering with chronic intractable pain, as well as patients afflicted with terminal illnesses, boosts her credibility as an expert in the field of pain management.For more information about Dr. Salvato’s book, please contact the following phone number: 1-888-709-4080