Disparities in Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry Scan Utilization Across Race/Ethnic Groups Before and After Hip Fractures.
Katelyn E RudisillPhilip P RatnasamyJoshua G SanchezJonathan Newman GrauerPublished in: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews (2024)
Using a large Medicare data set, controlling for patient age, sex, Elixhauser Comorbidity Index, and income marker, this study revealed disparities in DEXA scan utilization across race/ethnic groups before and after presenting with a hip fragility fracture. Identification of such disparities highlights the needs for improved medical access and care for this at-risk hip fracture population.
Keyphrases
- dual energy
- hip fracture
- affordable care act
- computed tomography
- healthcare
- image quality
- health insurance
- case report
- total hip arthroplasty
- mental health
- palliative care
- physical activity
- single cell
- magnetic resonance imaging
- electronic health record
- postmenopausal women
- quality improvement
- big data
- magnetic resonance
- machine learning
- mass spectrometry
- pain management
- data analysis
- bone mineral density