Ventricular fibrillation and sudden death triggered by a blunt, non penetrating, and often innocent appearing unintentional blow to the chest without damage to the ribs, sternum, or heart (and in the absence of underlying cardiovascular disease) constitute an event know as commotio cordis, which translates from the Latin as agitation of the heart.
Nurse Hotline. All Neighborcare Health patients can now call the free Nurse Advice Line to get health care information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To speak to a nurse, call toll free 1-866-418-1002 (voice) or 1-866-418-1006 (TTY for speech or hearing impaired).
After Hours Care: For after hours care, call 1-719-524-2273 or 1-719-526-2273 to speak with the on-call provider. Prior authorization for Urgent Care is required. On-call providers are available for medical advice and urgent care referral authorizations after hours, and on holidays and weekends. If you are unable to contact the on-call provider, please contact the Nurse Advice Line (NAL): 1-719-524-2273 or 1-719-526-2273, Option 3. In Case of an Emergency: If you have an emergency, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.