Utilization of osteoporosis medication after a fragility fracture among elderly Medicare beneficiaries
2016
Summary
Osteoporosis medications are recommended for elderly patients after a fragility fracture. However, we found substantial under-treatment in the post-fracture year, especially among patients who had not previously received such medications. Improved treatment of elderly patients experiencing fragility fractures is needed.
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