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Free At-Home
Test-Ordering Now Available; Watch Out for Fake Tests From Other
Sources
With the spread of the
omicron variant creating a renewed run on COVID-19 testing and the
Biden administration opening its online ordering for free at-home
tests, it's a good time for physicians to be extra-vigilant about
exploring testing options and to encourage their patients to do the
same. Find reputable tests.
Blood Donations Are the Lowest They've Been In 10
Years
Right now, the U.S.,
including Texas, is experiencing the worst blood shortage in over a
decade. The supply is so low that many hospitals are not only
postponing elective surgeries, but are deferring patients from
major surgeries, including life-saving organ transplants. You
can schedule an appointment to donate blood either on the phone or
online through University Health. You can call them at (210)
358-2812, or schedule an appointment here. Register for BCMS
Mobile Blood drive here.
Talk to Patients About: Variants
Alpha. Delta. Epsilon.
Omicron. These and other variants of COVID-19 have made their way
through the U.S. and Texas, and new ones will almost certainly be
coming along. This Q&A will help you answer your patients'
common questions about variants and how to fight them. Learn how
you can educate your patients here.
Deductible Mileage Rate For Business Driving
Increases For 2022
The IRS has announced the
2022 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible
costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical
or moving purposes. View the changes here.
FREE PPE Still Available from BCMS
Do you need PPE For your
practice? Let us help! Physician practices in need of PPE,
please click here to indicate your PPE needs. Requests are filled as
donated supplies are available.
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