Of 94 fatal acetaminophen overdose cases in which the reasons for exposure are known, most were associated with suicidal intentions. In 25% of the fatal cases, unintentional therapeutic error (n = 10) and intentional misuse without suicidal intent (n = 14) were the reasons for the exposure.
Acupuncture is covered under Medicare if the acupuncturist is also a medical doctor. Many Private Health Funds cover acupuncture given my non-medical acupuncturists (depending on level of cover).
Eligible clinicians are not required to participate in CPC+. However, under the QPP, if you are an eligible clinician who sees Medicare patients, then you must participate in either the MIPS program or an Advanced APM in 2017 to avoid being subject to a negative Medicare payment adjustment in 2019.