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Lidocaine Case Summary
DOI: 6/30/2016. Patient is a 48-year-old male janitor who sustained injury to his right shoulder, right hand, back (cervical and upper back) and right knee while throwing trash up into a bin. Per OMNI entry, he was initially diagnosed with strain to his cervical, back, right shoulder and right knee.
Based on the medical report dated6, IW was advised to start Lidocaine 5% patch.
Based on the medical report dated 01/18/17, the patient has initially received treatment, had x-rays and was prescribed medications. She has endured 6 PT sessions and was referred for an MRI to the right knee and shoulder last year. She is currently awaiting authorization for an MRI to her neck. Her current discomfort was described as aching, tingling,

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