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New Grads and EMG Trends
Good evening!
I am a sports and spine physiatrist that completed fellowship in 2012. When I was in residency, it was common for PM&R graduates to continue practicing EMG. However, I have noticed (anecdotally) that younger physiatrists in my area are no long practicing EMG. They are often part of a ortho, neuro, or multispecialty group so I know that referrals are probably not a factor. The wait time to EMG also seems to be increasing and I'm wondering if there are is a connection here.
Are there more EMG referrals or less people actually performing them?
I know the reimbursement cut several years ago was a major event that signficantly affected EMG practice.
I have also noticed (coincidentally) that there are more PTs now performing EMGs as well. Quite a common practice in the military system but I'm starting to see it more and more in the civilian sector as well.
I would be curious to hear thoughts from the group.
Thank you.
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