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To the Letter of the Law: Health Agencies in a Textualist Era
11/13/2024
In 2015, Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan famously declared "we're all textualists now" during a lecture at Harvard Law School.1 The statement reflected a growing consensus that legal interpretation should focus primarily on the plain...
In 2015, Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan famously declared "we're all textualists now" during a lecture at Harvard Law School.1 The statement reflected a growing consensus that legal interpretation should focus primarily on the plain...
In 2015, Supreme Court Justice...
11/13/2024
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Behind the Bill
The Battle for the House: The Last Piece of the Political Puzzle
11/06/2024
With Donald Trump securing the presidency and Republicans taking control of the Senate, all eyes are now on the House of Representatives—the final undetermined piece of federal power. Control of the House remains too close to call, with over...
With Donald Trump securing the presidency and Republicans taking control of the Senate, all eyes are now on the House of Representatives—the final undetermined piece of federal power. Control of the House remains too close to call, with over...
With Donald Trump securing the...
11/06/2024
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Behind the Bill
The Supreme Court’s Latest Election Plot Twist
10/30/2024
Two major election-related cases landed at the Supreme Court on Monday—Republican National Committee v Genser (Pennsylvania) and Beals v Virginia Coalition for Immigrant Rights. With just 6 days until the November 5th election, these cases...
Two major election-related cases landed at the Supreme Court on Monday—Republican National Committee v Genser (Pennsylvania) and Beals v Virginia Coalition for Immigrant Rights. With just 6 days until the November 5th election, these cases...
Two major election-related cases...
10/30/2024
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Unpredictable Polls and Uncharted Policies in the 2024 Elections
10/23/2024
With the 2024 elections just 13 days away, everyone has one question: What happens next? The stakes are particularly high for health policy, but there’s a cloud of uncertainty hanging over the predictions—especially when it comes to polling...
With the 2024 elections just 13 days away, everyone has one question: What happens next? The stakes are particularly high for health policy, but there’s a cloud of uncertainty hanging over the predictions—especially when it comes to polling...
With the 2024 elections just 13...
10/23/2024
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Behind the Bill
We’re Done Talking About Medicare for All Now, Right?
10/16/2024
As we approach the final stretch of the 2024 election, Medicare for All is once again part of the health care conversation. But here’s the reality: even some of its previous champions, like Vice President Kamala Harris, have moved on. Harris...
As we approach the final stretch of the 2024 election, Medicare for All is once again part of the health care conversation. But here’s the reality: even some of its previous champions, like Vice President Kamala Harris, have moved on. Harris...
As we approach the final stretch...
10/16/2024
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Behind the Bill
VP Debate Leaves Health Care Questions Unanswered
10/09/2024
VP debate sidestepped key health care reforms like prescription drug prices, systemic reforms, and affordability.
VP debate sidestepped key health care reforms like prescription drug prices, systemic reforms, and affordability.
VP debate sidestepped key health...
10/09/2024
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Behind the Bill
Everything You Didn't (Want to) Know About the Filibuster
10/02/2024
Navigating the murky waters of Senate procedures, including the filibuster, is crucial for understanding why health care reform proposals struggle to become reality in the US.
Navigating the murky waters of Senate procedures, including the filibuster, is crucial for understanding why health care reform proposals struggle to become reality in the US.
Navigating the murky waters of...
10/02/2024
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Behind the Bill
The Shaky Ground of Copay Accumulator Programs
09/18/2024
The aftermath of legal challenges and state legislation continues to reshape the landscape of copay accumulator programs, forcing payers and manufacturers to adapt their strategies.
The aftermath of legal challenges and state legislation continues to reshape the landscape of copay accumulator programs, forcing payers and manufacturers to adapt their strategies.
The aftermath of legal...
09/18/2024
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Behind the Bill
Streamlining Biosimilars: FDA's Draft Guidance Signals Big Changes (Part 2)
09/04/2024
This is a continuation of our Behind the Bill on the FDA’s new guidance for biosimilar interchangeability.
This is a continuation of our Behind the Bill on the FDA’s new guidance for biosimilar interchangeability.
This is a continuation of our...
09/04/2024
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Behind the Bill
Streamlining Biosimilars: FDA's Draft Guidance Signals Big Changes (Part 1)
08/28/2024
FDA eases biosimilar interchangeability rules, dropping switching studies. New guidance and legislation aim to boost access and lower costs.
FDA eases biosimilar interchangeability rules, dropping switching studies. New guidance and legislation aim to boost access and lower costs.
FDA eases biosimilar...
08/28/2024
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FRMC Volume 21, Issue 3

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Study: HPV Vaccine Beneficial for Women Older than 25
07/01/2016
The risk of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is greatest in younger women, however, the HPV vaccine continues to protect women older than 25 years of age against infections and complications of the virus. 
The risk of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is greatest in younger women, however, the HPV vaccine continues to protect women older than 25 years of age against infections and complications of the virus. 
The risk of human papillomavirus...
07/01/2016
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Stopping the Churn: Why Some States Want to Guarantee Medicaid Coverage From Birth to Age 6
11/11/2022
In an effort to reduce gaps in coverage as the pandemic wanes, states such as Oregon, Washington, California, and New Mexico are implementing or considering changes to Medicaid which will allow children to stay enrolled longer without having...
In an effort to reduce gaps in coverage as the pandemic wanes, states such as Oregon, Washington, California, and New Mexico are implementing or considering changes to Medicaid which will allow children to stay enrolled longer without having...
In an effort to reduce gaps in...
11/11/2022
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Association of QRS Duration and Reduction in Clinical Events with CRT
12/14/2011
In 2010 in the United States, costs related to heart failure were >$39 billion; heart failure affects approximately 6 million people in the United States and an additional 6.5 million in Europe. Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT)...
In 2010 in the United States, costs related to heart failure were >$39 billion; heart failure affects approximately 6 million people in the United States and an additional 6.5 million in Europe. Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT)...
In 2010 in the United States,...
12/14/2011
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FDA to allow cheaper preterm baby drug
03/31/2011
03/31/2011
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Orchestrating drug management
05/14/2012
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Bridging the Gaps in Prior Authorization: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration for Better Patient Care
11/13/2024
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief...
11/13/2024
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The Evolving Role of CGRP-targeting Therapies in Migraine Prevention
10/31/2024
Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.
Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.
Richard Lipton, MD, provides...
10/31/2024
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Alexander Spira, MD, PhD
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Unmet Needs in the Treatment and Management of Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer
09/26/2024
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD,...
09/26/2024
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Treatment Options for NSCLC: A Discussion on Coverage, Clinical Outcomes, and Payer Perspectives
09/25/2024
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research...
09/25/2024
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Addressing the Root Cause of a Common Ocular Condition: A Virtual Roundtable
09/04/2024
View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.
View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.
View a roundtable discussion on...
09/04/2024
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Jordan Bazinsky
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Addressing Health Disparities and Promoting Equity: The Role of Advanced Imaging Solutions
08/15/2024
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...
08/15/2024
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Farrukh Awan, MD
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Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
08/14/2024
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights...
08/14/2024
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Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care
07/31/2024
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact...
07/31/2024
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Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024
06/11/2024
Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA, MSPH, Senior Vice President of CVS Specialty Operations
Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...
Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...
Key stakeholders in the health...
06/11/2024
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Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC
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Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers
05/24/2024
Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC
Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.
Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.
Learn about the impacts of the...
05/24/2024
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