Topic in Focus: Hypertension Control

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Self-measured blood pressure (SMBP) benefits for patients with Medicaid: North Carolina

Access state-specific PDF resources that enable North Carolina practitioners to learn, access and prescribe SMBP for Medicaid beneficiaries.

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1,800-plus health care organizations recognized on BP control

The American Heart Association and AMA recognized the organizations for adopting evidence-based practices and improving blood pressure control.

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The 7-step self-measured blood pressure (SMBP) quick guide

Download the SMBP quick guide PDF—an evidence-based resource to help physicians and care teams start using SMBP, including links to practical implementation tools. Learn more.

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7-step SMBP quick guide: 7 steps

Download the PDF to explore the seven key steps physicians and teams can take to use SMBP with patients with high blood pressure and access links to useful supporting resources.

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7-step SMBP quick guide: Ensure accuracy

Blood pressure (BP) constantly fluctuates in most people. Find out how to interpret results with the 7-step SMBP quick guide from the AMA.

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7-step SMBP quick guide: Interpret results

Download the PDF or view tables and summaries to help understand the results and numbers involved with SMBP. Learn more with the AMA's 7-step SMBP quick guide.

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7-step SMBP quick guide: Coding

Download a PDF of the 7-step SMBP quick guide where AMA lists and explains CPT codes for initial and ongoing SMBP clinical services.

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AMA, MedCerts collaborate to improve blood pressure measurement skills

Collaboration to help reach wider range of health care professionals with standardized education to train them on accurately and consistently measuring BP.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 7, 2024

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