Aug 09
Contraceptive Pearl: Coding for LARC Insertion & Removal
As of September 2014, HCPCS codes for removing and inserting IUDs and contraceptive implants have changed. Read the new codes in this Contraceptive Pearl.
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Jul 19
Insights: Initiating Depo or Nexplanon after a medication abortion
Guidance on initiating progestin injection or progestin implant after a medication abortion.
Jul 12
Contraceptive Pearl: St. John’s Wort and Hormonal Contraception
Women who take St. John’s wort should consider using a barrier method along with oral contraceptive pills. Pill users who need medication for depression should consider something other than St. John’s wort. The possible interaction between St. John’s wort and oral contraceptives highlights the importance of asking patients about their use of health supplements.
Apr 12
Contraceptive Pearl: Oral Contraceptives and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Which oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) are best for patients at risk for cardiovascular disease? Find out in this Contraceptive Pearl.
Feb 09
Contraceptive Pearl: Implant Removal: Pop Out Technique
Implant removal can be significantly more difficult than insertion. This Contraceptive Pearl details the “pop-out” or “fingers only” implant removal technique, which requires less anesthesia and a smaller incision and causes less swelling than removal with instruments.
Nov 10
Contraceptive Pearl: Abnormal Pap Smears and Contraceptive Options
In this Contraceptive Pearl, options of contraception for women who have experienced abnormal pap smears are detailed.
Oct 13
Contraceptive Pearl: Breast Cancer and Contraception
For many years, clinicians and patients were concerned that hormonal contraceptives might raise the risk of developing breast cancer. Fortunately, studies indicate that using hormonal contraception does not contribute to breast cancer. This Contraceptive Pearl details the history and relationship between hormonal contraceptives and breast cancer.
Sep 11
Contraceptive Pearl: Contraception for Women with Endometriosis
Endometriosis varies greatly between patients. This Contraceptive Pearl explains how multiple different types of contraceptives can work as treatments for endometriosis.
Aug 11
Contraceptive Pearl: Introducing the Flexible-Fit Diaphragm
A new “one size fits most” diaphragm, Caya, was approved by the FDA in September 2014 and is now available in the US. Find out about the new diaphragm in this Contraceptive Pearl.
Jul 13
Contraceptive Pearl: Contraceptive Care for LGBT Patients
All patients deserve to be treated with the highest level of respect. When a patient is a member of the LGBT community, health care providers should take care to use the correct language so that the patient feels most comfortable.