Amyloid PET ordering practices in a memory disorders clinic

Background The objective of the current study was to assess amyloid PET scan ordering practices in a Veterans Affairs memory disorders clinic, where such scans are readily available, and extent which may occur clinics if covered by insurance future. Methods Using retrospective chart review over three-year period, we compared patient demographic, clinical, MRI structural features that were predictive an clinic those patients who did not have one ordered. percentage met previously published appropriate use criteria evaluated. Result Overall 34.9% received as part their diagnostic workup 97.9% these ordered consistent with criteria. Patients younger on average more likely initial diagnosis suspected AD. Overall, 64.4% without would for PET. Thus, fewer than eligible according Conclusion A little third veterans work up when freely available cognitive behavioral neurologists constrained third-party reimbursement. vast majority Future versions could address subjective decline behavioral/functional impairments well under consideration possible anti-amyloid therapy treatment Aducanumab other medications this class.