AOA-OMED Research Posters 2024-OMED24-POSTERS

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The research project compares nutrition-related ICD-10 codes at VCOM clinics in Louisiana and Alabama, highlighting common conditions like hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. It reveals barriers to care in rural areas, affecting chronic kidney disease management. Significant differences were found in hypothyroidism and hyperlipidemia cases between states. The study emphasizes the need for improved nutrition education and dietitian collaboration to enhance patient outcomes, noting the underutilization of dietary counseling codes. Limitations include strict ICD-10 code adherence and inexperience among student doctors, impacting data accuracy. Further research is recommended to address patient challenges.

Keywords

nutrition-related ICD-10 codes

hypertension

rural healthcare barriers

dietitian collaboration

dietary counseling