Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Doctors in Hannibal, MO - Medicare Status, Address, Contact

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Dr. Purvi P Parikh, M.D.
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 6500 Hospital Dr, Hannibal, MO 63401
Phone: 573-406-3536 Fax: 573-629-3537

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New model helps identify patients who are at high risk for hospital readmission

Hospital readmissions are a costly problem for patients and for the United States health care system with studies showing nearly 20 percent of Medicare patients are readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of discharge at an annual cost of $17 billion.

Simian immunodeficiency virus is at least 32,000 to 75,000 years old

An ancestor of HIV that infects monkeys is thousands of years older than previously thought, suggesting that HIV, which causes AIDS, is not likely to stop killing humans anytime soon, finds a study by University of Arizona and Tulane University researchers.

Researchers recommend active outdoor play for children to reduce obesity, improve academic attainment

Campaigns to promote physical activity and reduce obesity among children should focus more on active outdoor play, according to a study led at the University of Strathclyde.

Study shows chemical workers perceive high risk of safety threats

In an analysis of focus group interviews published in a scientific journal this month, a team of scientists found chemical workers perceive a high risk of on-the-job chemical threats, but are resigned to accepting the risks. The study also noted a certain level of distrust of management and health advisors, problems with written safety guides, and the need to include more experienced workers in the development of safety training programs.

Innovative approach helps Virginia mount effective response to contaminated steroid crisis

An innovative "hybrid" surveillance strategy-highlighted by close cooperation between public health officials and clinical partners-helped Virginia mount an efficient and effective response to the ongoing outbreak of fungal meningitis and other infections, according to a report in the July/August issue of Journal of Public Health Management and Practice.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Doctors in Hannibal, MO Accepting Medicare