Saturday, June 16, 2007

American Academy of Neurology Practice Guidelines...

The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) develops clinical practice guidelines to assist its members in clinical decision making related to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of neurologic disorders. Each guideline makes specific practice recommendations based upon a rigorous and comprehensive evaluation of all available scientific data.

AAN guidelines are used to:
**Improve health outcomes of patients
**Stay abreast of the latest in clinical research
**Appeal payment denials
**Provide Medico-legal protection
**Advocate for fair reimbursement
**Determine whether your practice follows current, best evidence
**Affirm the role of neurologists in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders
**Influence public or hospital policy
**Promote efficient use of resources
**Identify research priorities based on gaps in current literature

Review the latest practice guidelines.