In this presentation, Dr. Blythe Winchester discusses and demystifies a variety of screenings and tools that evaluate cognitive functioning or what she refers to with her patients as brain exercises.… […]
Keyword: cognitive screening
Timing and Cognitive Screens: What is the Value of Early Detection? | May 11 2023
Dementia, of all kinds, occurs in all communities and is a chronic disease. With the proper tools and education, it can be diagnosed and managed, for the most part, in… […]
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Mini Cog
The Mini-Cog test can help providers detect possible cognitive impairment in older patients. […]
Cognitive Assessment & Care Plan Services (CMS)
If your patient shows signs of cognitive impairment during a routine visit, Medicare covers a separate visit to more thoroughly assess your patient’s cognitive function and develop a care plan… […]
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Detection of Cognitive Impairment: Clinician Fact Sheet (VA)
This fact sheet for clinicians provides information about detection of Cognitive Impairment. […]
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Cognitive Assessment (AA)
Alzheimer’s Association guidance and tools for conducting a cognitive assessment during a time-limited office visit. Detecting possible cognitive impairment is the first step in determining whether or not a patient… […]
Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults: Screening (UPSTF)
Recommendations by the UPSTF for screening cognitive impairment in older adults. […]
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Timing and Cognitive Screening – Big Picture | October 14, 2021
Dementia, of all kinds, occurs in all communities and is a chronic disease. With the proper tools and education, it can be diagnosed and managed, for the most part, in… […]
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