Saturday, July 17 ⁽¹³⁾

S10 Connecting With Our Patients: Educational Tools to Improve Understanding and Access to Neuromodulation Therapies Featured

This session will explore the modalities to connect and educate patients on neuromodulation therapies. In particular, it will describe how a clear and detailed explanation of various mechanisms of action of SCS will allow patients to understand and be willing to accept neuromodulation therapies more easily. Additionally, we will explore the role of virtual educational tools and social media in promoting neuromodulation therapies as valid early options for treating chronic pain. This session will also present the history of barriers to high-quality medical care for communities of color and discuss how that history informs and creates current challenges.

CME Credits: 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM

S09 Advancing Pain Management Science and Education: ASRA Special Session Featured

This session will highlight recent advancements in both interventional and noninterventional chronic pain treatment strategies. The session will provide up-to-date information on treatments including buprenorphine management, noninvasive neurostimulation for headaches, evidence-based radiation safety best practices, and cervical and lumbar facet treatment.

Recently an international multispecialty group developed new practice guidelines for the treatment of lumbar facet pain. These guidelines cover best practices and a review of the evidence for the treatment of lumbar facet pain.

As interventional pain procedures become more complex, radiation exposure often increases. A recent international survey defined the current level of radiation knowledge and compliance with dose reduction strategies. Recommendations to improve education and safety will be provided based on this data.

Opioid dependence and addiction often are treatment challenges for pain physicians. Recommendations for the use of buprenorphine treatment in substance abuse disorders will be characterized.

Lately, significant interest has been placed on the use of noninvasive neuromodulation treatments for headaches. A talk will be provided on current recommendations and evidence.

CME Credits: 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM

S08 The Business of Neuromodulation: What You Need to Know - Session 2: Managing Your Life and Your Patient's Life

This session is geared toward members of the neuromodulator's practice, including, but not limited to, practice managers, administrative staff, coders, nurses, advanced practice providers, fellows, and new attendings. The goal of this session is to provide attendees with an overview of the fundamentals for managing a neuromodulation practice, their well-being, and enhancing the patient's experience.

The first session will take place on Saturday, July 17, from 1:30-3 pm. It will highlight the essentials of revenue management and ambulatory surgical center management. It will also go over the process of developing a business plan and prior authorization for neuromodulation.

The second session will take place on Saturday, July 17, from 3:30-5 pm. It will examine the evidence for mindfulness in promoting health and well-being, as well as the process of team development. It will go over ways to enhance the patient's experience in the clinic and efficiently educate the patient about their condition using technology. This part will also discuss coding for pandemics and effective strategies for implementing telehealth.

CME Credits: 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM

S07 Mechanism, Indications, and Safety of PNS

This session is geared towards residents and fellows. Speakers will describe aspects of Peripheral Nerve Stimulation.

CME Credits: 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM