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Invited commentary: raising a high-pressure alarm about pediatric hypertension

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  • Scott L Weiss

  • May 31, 2024

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    Hypertension is underdiagnosed in children, leading to low utilization of relevant billing codes for pediatric hypertension.

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    A study analyzed 3.75 million pediatric visits, revealing a higher prevalence of hypertension than previously indicated by claims codes.

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    The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends annual blood pressure measurements for children to address rising hypertension prevalence.

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    Variability in blood pressure measurements in children complicates diagnosis, influenced by factors like anxiety and measurement technique.

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    Only a small percentage of hypertensive children had corresponding claims codes, highlighting the limitations of relying solely on ICD codes.

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Invited commentary: raising a high-pressure alarm about pediatric hypertension

  • by Scott L Weiss

  • May 31, 2024

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