MDMax Diamond, M.D.HOSPITAL MEDICINE · HEALTHCARE QUALITY
ORIGINAL WRITING / MAX DIAMOND, M.D.

Selected articles by Max Diamond, M.D.

Read the complete articles on hospice, POLST, documentation, and Medicare reimbursement, with their original references and coauthor bylines.

ORIGINAL ARTICLE / January 5, 2022The Origins and Auspices of Hospice

The development of modern hospice care and its patient-centered purpose.

Max Diamond, M.D. and Lior Matian

Read full article ORIGINAL ARTICLE / October 15, 2021POLST: How to Start the Conversation

How to begin a conversation about wishes, prognosis, and treatment choices.

Max Diamond, M.D., Esen Sainz, J.D., MPH, Kendra Oliver, MBA

Read full article ORIGINAL ARTICLE / November 1, 2021The Hard Facts about Survival Rates

The original POLST series article on treatment outcomes and informed choices.

Max Diamond, M.D., Mary-Kate Kelledy, J.D., Kendra Oliver, MBA

Read full article ORIGINAL ARTICLE / November 9, 2021A Word About Documentation

Clinical documentation, communication, and planning for end-of-life care.

Max Diamond, M.D.

Read full article ORIGINAL ARTICLE / December 9, 2023CMS Reimbursement Guidelines for NPs, PAs, and Assistant Surgeons

The complete 2023 article, preserved with its original billing and reimbursement discussion.

Max Diamond, M.D.

Read full article ORIGINAL ARTICLE / November 2, 2021Compassionate Utilization of the POLST Form

Compassionate care and the practical use of POLST in honoring patient preferences.

Max Diamond, M.D., Mary-Kate Kelledy, J.D., Kendra Oliver, MBA

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