fam·i·ly (fām'ə-lē, fām'lē) 
n. pl. fam·i·lies
Two or more people who share goals and values, have long-term commitments to one another, and reside usually in the same dwelling place.
At ResponsiCare,SM we understand that there are many types of families; some traditional, some blended, and some involving very unique and special family relationships. Our patients and staff members have traditional, blended and non-traditional family units. It's all good. This practice has a wealth of diversity, and that's what makes it so special! We value family (no matter how you choose to define it) above all else.
Family is what connects us, and part of what adds to our uniqueness. The specialty of Family Medicine understands that health, wellness, and illness affect not just an individual, but the whole family unit. We believe that, to be truly healthy, we must have balance between the physical, emotional, and spiritual components of our lives. Healthy families are dependent on balanced and healthy family members. Helping your family maintain a healthy balance is what we do best!
Announcements
URGENT: Help Haiti Now!
How you can help earthquake victims
The Jan. 12 earthquake in the impoverished country of Haiti likely left more than 100,000 dead and 1.5 million homeless and needing aid. Relief supplies are making their way into the devastated capital of Port-au-Prince and neighboring cities and towns. See below for a handful of ways that you can make a difference after one of the worst natural disasters the world has seen.
List of relief agencies | List of text donation locations
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posted Jan 31, 2010 5:09 PM by Scott Anderson
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updated Jan 31, 2010 5:57 PM
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Some lots of Daytrana ® Patches (Methylphenidate transdermal system) have been recalled due to release-liner issues, making the liners difficult to remove. The recall is a non-safety issue. Daytrana ® Patches are most often used in patients with attention deficit disorder/attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. If you or your child is taking this medication, please call Shire's customer service line related to this product at:
1-800-828-2088
You may also go to Shire's website at : http://www.daytrana.com for further information. If you are unsure regarding how to find your lot number, please call the dispensing pharmacy or bring your medication in to have a staff member assist you. |
posted Jan 22, 2010 7:20 PM by Scott Anderson
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updated Jan 22, 2010 7:32 PM
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Medicaid to Require NDC Numbers on All Office-Administerd Drugs
Beginning in July, Alabama Medicaid will require all providers to include the NDC number when billing for office-administered drugs and vaccines. See the link below for further information:
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posted Oct 20, 2009 6:30 PM by Scott Anderson
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updated Dec 8, 2009 8:55 PM
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We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:
Reception (full-time)-Experience Necessary
Customer Service (full and part-time)-Experience Preferred
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-(full and part-time)-Experience Necessary
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Benefits (including health/dental) offered with all full-time positions
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Competetive salary with bonus opportunities (full-time)
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New facility with new, up-to-date equipment
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Opportunity to assist with ancillary services and procedures
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Computer/medical informatics experience is a PLUS!
ResponsiCare, Inc.
Attention: Human Resources
1802 Presbyterian Drive SW
Decatur, AL 35603
Serious candidates only. ResponsiCareSM is an equal opportunity employer(EOE). We prefer candidates that are bright, open-minded, stable, self-directed and physically fit. ResponsiCareSM is a non-smoking, drug-free facility. Since you will be charged with the care of actual human beings, you must prove to us that you are intelligent, responsible, trustworthy, kind, compassionate and honest. We will not consider resumes that appear unprofessional or that contain typographical or spelling errors. References must be real people you have actually worked for; not your friends. Criminal background checks are performed on all applicants that meet employment criteria. All employees are subject to random drug screens as a condition of their initial or ongoing employment with ResponsiCare, Inc. Nursing and Medical Assistant candidates may be tested on their knowledge, skills, and medical terminology during the interview process. |
posted Oct 7, 2009 4:56 PM by Scott Anderson
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updated Nov 6, 2009 3:19 PM
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Who will be recommended as target groups to receive the H1N1 flu shot (vaccine)?
The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends that the H1N1 flu vaccine be made available first to the following groups which are most likely to get the flu:
- Pregnant women
- Household and caregiver contacts of children younger than 6 months of age (e.g. parents, siblings, and child care providers)
- Health care and emergency medical services personnel
- Persons from 6 months to 24 years of age
- People aged 25 to 64 years with medical conditions associated with a higher risk of flu complications (e.g. asthma, diabetes)
We do not expect that there will be a shortage of 2009 H1N1 vaccine, but availability and demand can be unpredictable. There is some possibility that initially the vaccine will be available in limited quantities. In this setting, the committee recommended that the following groups receive the vaccine before others:
- pregnant women,
- people who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age,
- health care and emergency medical services personnel with direct patient contact,
- children 6 months through 4 years of age, and
- children 5 through 18 years of age who have chronic medical conditions.
The committee recognized the need to assess supply and demand issues at the local level. The committee further recommended that once the demand for vaccine for these target groups has been met at the local level, programs and providers should begin vaccinating everyone from ages 25 through 64 years.
Current studies indicate the risk for infection among persons age 65 or older is less than the risk for younger age groups. Therefore, as vaccine supply and demand for vaccine among younger age groups is being met, programs and providers should offer vaccination to people over the age of 65.
Please Contact our office for availability and appropriate immunization times. For mor information, please go to www.flu.gov.
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posted Oct 1, 2009 5:54 PM by Scott Anderson
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updated Nov 6, 2009 3:32 PM
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Is it the Flu?posted Sep 16, 2009 10:10 PM by John Fleischauer [ updated Oct 12, 2009 9:09 PM by Scott Anderson ]
When to Get Evaluated by Your Healthcare Professional if You Suspect Flu
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Fever, especially >100.4F
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Body Aches/Joint and Muscle Aches
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Runny Nose
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Cough, Especially Dry
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Fatigue
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Exposure to Known Flu Contacts
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Multiple Family Members with the Above Symptoms
For further flu information, please go to the following website:
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posted Sep 16, 2009 8:11 PM by John Fleischauer
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updated Dec 8, 2009 8:51 PM by Scott Anderson
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ResponsiCareSM is one of the few North Alabama practices participating in an ongoing study regarding preventitve healthcare measures with this prestigious quality organization. We were selected from hundreds of practices based on our information technology platform, patient demographics, and dedication to quality prevention measures.
Thus far, many of our study metrics show results that significantly better state and even national averages for certain screening measures such as colonoscopy and pneumococcal pneumonia prevention. We have consistently shown a 10-20% improvement in screening for colorectal cancer. Why are we so excited? Because catching bad stuff before it gets worse is what its all about; and the data shows we do it better than most of our peers. In fact, even at our baseline, we were over 20% better at colon cancer screening than our study group cohorts and fully 25% better than the State and National averages. Impressive? Not really. We just care!
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