Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2021 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mollyanne Elizabeth Gibson Brunkow, MD for Medicare patients.
76 |
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Dr. Mollyanne Elizabeth Gibson Brunkow, MD is a gynecologist in Overland Park, KS specializing in gynecology and family medicine & obstetrics. She graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Mollyanne Elizabeth Gibson Brunkow, MD is affiliated with Overland Park Regional Medical Center, College Park Family Care, HCA Midwest Physicians, College Park Family Care and OVERLAND PARK SURGICAL SPECIALTIES LLC.
15101 Glenwood Avenue
Overland Park, KS 66223
15101 Glenwood Avenue
Stanley, KS 66223
Joint Injections
A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.
Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.
In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.
Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.
In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.
Mental Health Issues
Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:
No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:
Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.
Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.
Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.
A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mollyanne Elizabeth Gibson Brunkow, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 76 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mollyanne Elizabeth Gibson Brunkow, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 76 |
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Dr. Mollyanne Elizabeth Gibson Brunkow, MD graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine. She completed residency at JPS Health Network. She has a state license in Kansas.
Medical School: University of Kansas School of Medicine
Residency: JPS Health Network
Licensed In: Kansas
Dr. Mollyanne Elizabeth Gibson Brunkow, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Mollyanne Elizabeth Gibson Brunkow, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
AbbVie Inc. |
$279
UBRELVY $180 |
Synthroid $42 |
VRAYLAR $38 |
QULIPTA $19 |
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IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC |
$130
QUVIVIQ $130 |
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Lilly USA, LLC |
$126
MOUNJARO $126 |
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Novo Nordisk Inc |
$76
Wegovy $42 |
RYBELSUS $17 |
Ozempic $17 |
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Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. |
$69
AJOVY $53 |
AUSTEDO $16 |
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Other |
$138
Freestyle Libre 2 $48 |
TIROSINT $48 |
BREZTRI $28 |
XIFAXAN $13 |
Food and Beverage | $818 |
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Dr. Mollyanne Brunkow's specialty is family medicine & obstetrics. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include College Park Family Care and HCA Midwest Physicians.