Understanding the most commonly billed diagnoses in primary care: Generalized musculoskeletal pain

Abstract: Musculoskeletal pain is a common chief complaint in primary care and contributes to disability and a loss of independence. Musculoskeletal pain can be a diagnostic challenge for NPs. A thorough understanding of the pathophysiologic processes involved can help clinicians link the clinical manifestations and treatment for musculoskeletal injury causing pain.
Source: The Nurse Practitioner - Category: Nursing Tags: Feature: MOST BILLED DIAGNOSES SERIES: GENERALIZED MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN Source Type: research