What Is Regenerative Medicine?
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The Vital Connection: The Importance of Movement for Joint Health
In our modern world, where sedentary lifestyles have become the norm, it's easy to overlook the importance of physical activity and movement for our overall health. Engaging in regular physical activity not only helps us maintain a healthy weight and manage stress,...
A Look at the Frequency of Back Pain After a Motor Vehicle Accident
Back pain after a car accident is quite common. We see it on a regular basis here at Richard Kim Medicine where we utilize regenerative medicine to solve back pain. But exactly how common is back pain after a motor vehicle accident? Let’s take a look. A 2019/2020...
What is the Average Cost of Medical Care After a Motor Vehicle Accident?
Motor vehicle accidents are common and medical care can be very expensive, however you probably already knew that. But how much, exactly, does medical care after a motor vehicle accident typically cost? Let’s take a look. Of course there are going to be many variables...
What is the Average Recovery Time from Spine Surgery?
Spine surgery is a serious procedure that should be carefully considered. The recovery process for spine surgery is extensive. This process will vary depending on the exact type of surgery and on the age and overall health of the patient. Here are a few examples:...
What Does an Average MRI Cost?
MRI is a non-invasive way to diagnose many health problems. The patient lies inside the MRI machine while it generates high-resolution images of the body’s organs and tissues. So how much does it cost? Of course the cost of an MRI can vary from practice to practice....
What is an MRI?
You have probably heard the term MRI quite often. But do you know what MRI stands for and what it actually is? Let’s find out! MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. MRI uses a magnetic field and computer-generated radio waves to generate high-resolution images of...
Average Cost of Orthopedic Procedures
There are many different types of orthopedic procedures. Some of the most common include hip replacement surgery, knee replacement or arthroscopic surgery, shoulder and rotator cuff surgery, hand and wrist surgery, and ACL surgery. These surgeries can require...
CMS Establishes 4.5% Cut to Medicare Payments
The New Year brings a 4.5% cut to Medicare payments to doctors. CMS established a 2023 conversion factor of $33.08 for each relative unit, which determines how doctors get paid by Medicare. This 2023 conversion factor is approximately a 4.5% decrease compared to the...
Balance in the Aging Population
By 2030, 1 out of 6 people in the world will be aged 60 or older. As we age, our balance tends to suffer. This has a significant impact on one’s health and well-being, as it can make daily life tasks difficult to complete, and it often leads to falls resulting in...