Aaron Jencks
Madisonhealth Blog
By Jeremiah Kalb The late American celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain once said that if he were to be trapped in one city and had to eat one nation’s cuisine for the rest of his life, it would have to be Japanese. Revenue Cycle Supervisor Brandon Sakota could not agree more. One thing that sets Japanese cuisine apart from Chinese is the fresh use of ingredients and the healthy and light appearance of the food. “Things are fried less,” Sakota says. “It’s cleaner eating.” While Japanese food has become synonymous with sushi and tempura, it has much to offer in terms of slow-simmered stews, grilled skewers of meats and vegetables, savory pancakes, and endless noodles. Sakota is a fourth-generation Rexburg resident with family roots that go back to Hiroshima, Japan. His great-grandfather, Kisaburo Sakota, migrated to Eastern Idaho in 1915, where his family built a thriving enterprise farming grain, barley, and...
Coronavirus Treatment – On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, Madison Memorial will begin administering the just-released COVID-19 treatment bamlanivimab. Developed by Eli Lilly and Company, this investigational medicine is comparable to the treatment that President Trump received after he contracted coronavirus last month. On Monday, November 9, 2020, the FDA issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the use of bamlanivimab to treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in adult and pediatric patients 12 and older. The procedure involves a one-time intravenous infusion, and is intended for high-risk patients at the onset of SARS-CoV-2. Bamlanivimab was shown in clinical trials to reduce COVID-19 hospitalizations and ER visits in patients who presented a high probability of potential disease progression. The treatment is not authorized for patients who are already hospitalized or who require oxygen therapy due to COVID-19. Rather, its intended use is for high-risk patients in whom the disease has not yet...
Jess Wissenbach is a student of Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. As part of her education, she is shadowing Dr. Brian Beesley. “Being able to watch him and see how thorough he is with his patients has been amazing,” she said. “It gives me a better understanding of how I can help my patients get on a pathway to wellness.”Jess has enjoyed seeing medicine that she has only read about, being applied and utilized.She decided to become a doctor at a young age when she realized she had a passion for taking care of people and a curiosity about modern medicine. Her siblings have always been supportive of her dream and were excited when she started school. Jess is really grateful for her time at Seasons Medical. “The greatest gift that they can give me as a student is allowing me to observe them do the work I will be doing in...
Virtual visits with loved ones at Madison Memorial, via Zoom Family and friends can safely visit patients at Madison Memorial remotely, by using Zoom technology. Here’s what you need to know: Patients don’t need to have a device, nor do they need a Zoom account. Nursing staff are happy to help set up your Zoom video conference on the patient’s side. You (family member or friend) DO need to have a device (computer, cell phone, tablet), as well as a basic Zoom account (free). To set up a Zoom video conference with a patient, follow these steps: Set up your future meeting in Zoom. Call the hospital (208-359-6900), ask for the department where the patient is staying, and share the Zoom meeting date, the time of the meeting, the meeting ID, and the passcode. Do not share your login credentials. Patients (and hospital staff who may be...
Your Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills When you get emergency care or get treated by an out-of-network provider at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, you are protected from surprise billing or balance billing. What is “balance billing” (sometimes called “surprise billing”)? When you see a doctor or other health care provider, you may owe certain out-of-pocket costs, such as a copayment, coinsurance, and/or a deductible. You may have other costs or have to pay the entire bill if you see a provider or visit a health care facility that isn’t in your health plan’s network. “Out-of-network” describes providers and facilities that haven’t signed a contract with your health plan. Out-of-network providers may be permitted to bill you for the difference between what your plan agreed to pay and the full amount charged for a service. This is called “balance billing.” This amount is likely more than...
In Rexburg this holiday season, try to keep your blood sugar level in control by using recipes which call for less sugar, like these ones. Enjoy! Almond Chocolate Chip CookiesAlmond Chocolate Chip CookiesMakes 18 cookies INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup grass-fed butter 1/3 cup sweetener of choice (xylitol or stevia work well) 2 large eggs 1 tbsp vanilla extract 2 cups blanched almond flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 2/3 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350o F and spray two baking sheets with coconut oil baking spray. Set aside.Using a mixer, beat together butter and sweetener. Add one egg at a time, beating for one minute and scraping the bowl after each addition. Add in vanilla extract and beat until smooth.Add almond flour and baking soda and mix until thoroughly combined. Fold in chocolate chips with a spatula.Use a tablespoon to portion out 18 cookies, dividing them between...
Travis J. Weiszhaar, PA-C has been serving in the military for almost 19 years. Originally, he had joined to help pay off student loans, but after having served in Iraq for 18 months, he had a greater appreciation for military life and stayed in. He also has a special gratitude for the military because his father served for 34 years and his grandfather was in World War II. While Travis appreciates the military during the fourth of July, he thinks about soldiers who have passed that he has known as well as in his family’s history more so on Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day. “The 4th of July, for me, is more of an appreciation of being in this country. The quality of life we enjoy and the freedoms we have been given are not to be taken for granted. Rexburg and Eastern Idaho is the greatest place on earth. We have...
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