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OBVI: Current Glaucoma Treatment Modalities
… physicians identify glaucoma "suspects" and refer for sight saving (not sight restoration) treatment. Medical assistance in referring is critical because the disease, in many instances, … be noted also that individuals with myopia are more inclined than others to contract glaucoma. Treatment Modalities In the normal eye, aqueous humor circulates freely through the anterior and … longer adequate. Pressure rises in the eye, causing damage to the optic nerve. Three different treatment modalities are prescribed, each depending on how far the disease has progressed. Drops … -
Washington County Benefit Specialist Contacts
… Disability Benefit Specialist (Ages 18-59 with a disability) ADRC of Washington County 333 E. Washington St., Suite 1000 West Bend, WI 53095 Phone: 877-306-3030 Email: adrc@co.washington.wi.us Elder Benefit Specialist (Age 60 or older) ADRC of Washington County 333 E. … -
MMHI: Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center
… The Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center (MJTC) is a secure mental health treatment facility. It opened in 1995 to serve boys who do not respond to the rehabilitation … typically don't respond well in such an environment. The premise of the MJTC approach is that treatment should do more than just provide youth with challenging behaviors and serious mental … -
Think Possible! Employment Webinar Series
… Welcome to Think Possible!, a four-part employment training series developed for service coordinators who … Long-Term Support (CLTS) Waiver Program, and the Children’s Community Options Program (CCOP). Think Possible! was developed to help service coordinators support the children, youth, and … develop and achieve the goal of working in the community. Who is this training for? Although Think Possible! was designed for service coordinators in the Birth to 3 Program, the CLTS Waiver … -
Washington County Resources and Contacts
… Long-Term Support Waivers Free and Low-Cost Health and Dental Care Albrecht Free Clinic of Washington County Aurora Health Care Food and Nutrition Assistance FoodShare Special Supplemental … -
TB Diagnosis and Treatment (For Clinicians)
… of people with TB in Wisconsin acquire the infection outside of Wisconsin. Diagnosis and treatment of TB disease or latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) should start with a risk … Wisconsin TB Program encourages clinicians to use the resources below for the diagnosis and treatment of TB disease or LTBI. Please see the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) … Tuberculosis webpage for detailed information and published guidelines on diagnosis and treatment. What is role of public health in TB treatment? State and local public health … -
WISH Query: Drug Overdose Deaths
… (Data updated September 2021) This module includes records on poisoning deaths. Documentation is available in the technical notes page and the definitions page. Step 1. Select a Measure for Opioid Deaths Number of Deaths Mortality Rate (per 100,000 Population) Age-Adjusted Mortality Rate (per 100,000 … -
Regulations: Reporting of Client/Patient/Resident Death
… Reporting requirements Under Wisconsin statutes, a program or facility must report the death of a client/patient/resident to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) if there is cause to believe that the death was related to: The use of a physical restraint or seclusion. The use of one or more … suspected suicide. Report within 24 hours DHS must receive notification within 24 hours of the death or learning of the death of a client/patient/resident. Complete the form To notify DHS, … -
Wisconsin Receives Oral Antiviral COVID-19 Treatments
… announced today that Wisconsin has received the first allocation of oral antiviral COVID-19 treatments molnupiravir and Paxlovid to treat patients diagnosed with mild to moderate COVID-19. … serious illness or hospitalization from COVID-19. Wisconsinites who may be eligible for these treatments should talk with their health care provider. “While these new antiviral pills may help … and talk with your health care provider to see if you may be eligible to receive one of these treatments. More information can be found on the DHS COVID-19: Treatments and Medications webpage … -
Dose of Reality: Opioids Treatment and Recovery
… Opioid use disorder can be a struggle when you feel you are alone. However, there are treatment programs and recovery supports available that can make health and wellness possible for … what health and wellness means for people with different experiences. Learn more about these treatment programs and recovery supports and connect with a provider to discuss which options may … people understand their opioid use disorder and their reasons for using opioids. This form of treatment can be done at a clinic or office or by telehealth. Inpatient or residential treatment. … -
WISH: Violent Death Module – Related Links
… of Health Services Injury Research Center at the Medical College of Wisconsin National Violent Death Reporting System Wisconsin Deaths (annual report) Each year mortality data for the … the number and rate of deaths overall and by age, sex, and cause. The source of data is death certificates. … -
National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS)
… 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico, in 2018. NVDRS uses a multisource approach (i.e., death certificates, coroner/medical examiner reports, law enforcement records, and crime … Using information from all of these sources, data abstractors in each state assign a manner of death (i.e., suicide, homicide, unintentional firearm deaths, legal interventions, and … International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) code for underlying cause of death (UCOD), circumstances contributing to the death, and characteristics of the death, … -
Wisconsin COVID-19 Vaccine Registry Launching March 1
… The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is launching a new service March 1 that will help connect people with available vaccine. The … -
Mental Health Treatment Programs: Certification Information
… or Recertification in the table below for application information for each mental health treatment program. Certification may be required prior to an entity receiving reimbursement … Drug Abuse (AODA) information, visit AODA Programs: Certification Information . Mental Health Treatment Programs Wis. Admin. Code Chapter/Section Program Certification Type DHS 34 Mental … Assurance, Behavior Health Certification Section at 608-261-0656. DHS 40 Mental Health Day Treatment Services for Children Initial Certification Recertification DHS 50 Mental Health, Youth … -
Mental Health Treatment Programs: Provider Information
… Division of Quality Assurance Information Certification information for Mental Health Treatment programs e-SOD/e-POC Provider Information Survey Guide: AODA and Mental Health Program … (PDF) List of Wisconsin individuals certified for third-party billing for mental health treatment (PDF) These are counselors and other professionals who have completed the necessary … -
Youth Day Treatment for Mental Health
… Mental health day treatment services for youth are meant to relieve behavioral and emotional challenges. They … happen in a non-residential setting, meaning youth don’t stay the night. Mental health day treatment provider locations Use the map to find a day treatment provider near you. Contact the provider to learn more about their program. Day …