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X ray shows i have oa of l hip and spine. my pcp is going to give me cortisone injection in l hip. is it appropriate for a pcp to do this procedure?
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No: Hip joint injections are best done under ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance. It is best performed by an orthopedist, rheumatologist or interventional radiologist.
Answered 4/25/2019
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