Medicare pays 100% for the AWV and focuses on health promotion and prevention. A problem-oriented visit is not part of this benefit and is subject to deductibles or coinsurance. Can the patient complete any portion of the AWV?
Hemolytic uremic syndrome. This rare disorder causes a sharp drop in platelets, destruction of red blood cells and impairment of kidney function. Sometimes it can occur in association with a bacterial Escherichia coli (E. coli) infection, such as may be acquired from eating raw or undercooked meat.
Causes of low white blood cells in dialysis. This problem is more likely caused by anemia and infection during dialysis. Infection can cause low white blood cells counts by overwhelming or using up white blood cells are made. Viral and parasitic infection can specifically lower white blood cells in the blood.