April 2013 - FRMC

Study Identifies Cost of Having a Baby in the United States

04/22/2013

There are 3 goals in healthcare: (1) improved care, (2) improved outcomes, and (3) lower costs. Maternity care, which impacts approximately 85% of women during 1 or more episodes of care, provides opportunity for improvements in healthcare...

There are 3 goals in healthcare:...

04/22/2013

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Report of the National Commission on Physician Payment Reform

04/22/2013

In March 2012, the Society of General Internal Medicine convened the National Commission on Physician Payment Reform to recommend forms of payment that would maximize good clinical outcomes, enhance patient and physician satisfaction and...

In March 2012, the Society of...

04/22/2013

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Comparison of Print and Web Communication on Cancer Screening

04/22/2013

Tori Socha ;

The second leading cause of cancer death in the United States is colorectal cancer (CRC). According to researchers, <60% of the average-risk population for colorectal cancer (CRC) follows current CRC screening recommendations, indicating a...

The second leading cause of...

04/22/2013

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Private Health Insurance Exchanges Increasing

04/22/2013

Tim Casey ;

Many large employers offer a familiar health insurance model, which consists of 1 to 3 national carriers as well as a regional or local HMO for employees to choose from. The plans are typically self-insured, meaning companies pay for claims...

Many large employers offer a...

04/22/2013

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Benefits Clear but Questions Remain

04/22/2013

Barney S. Spivack , MD, FACP, AGSF, CMD;

The Group Practice Without Walls is an interesting concept, and one that logically flows from the recognition that instead of pay for service, the focus has been shifting to paying for quality and value.

The Group Practice Without Walls...

04/22/2013

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Betting on Pay-for-Performance

04/22/2013

Tori Socha ;

James Matera, DO, a nephrologist in central New Jersey, has a vision of the future of medicine in this country. He believes that the nuances of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act have created a need for physicians to become...

James Matera, DO, a nephrologist...

04/22/2013

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Antipsychotic Use Patterns among Children, Adolescents, and Adults

04/22/2013

Tori Socha ;

Antipsychotic medications are being used increasingly to treat adults and children in the United States and are among the most commonly prescribed and costly classes of medications. The FDA has approved the use of antipsychotic medications as...

Antipsychotic medications are...

04/22/2013

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Probiotics Effective for Primary Prevention of C. Diff

05/04/2018

Researchers recently examined the effectiveness of probiotics for preventing Clostridium difficile infection in patients treated with antibiotics.

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Literature Review: Hyperkalemia

12/18/2015

New Treatment for Hyperkalemia Current therapy options are limited and there is an increased risk of drug–drug interactions when patients take >1 potassium increasing drug. Hyperkalemia is defined as elevated serum potassium...

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12/18/2015

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Employers say they will shift more health costs to workers

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Neuromyelitis Optica May be Linked with Epstein-Barr Virus

12/26/2014

Persistent, active replication of Epstein-Barr virus might play a role in neuromyelitis optica and also might contribute to the immunological alterations that play a role in the disorder.

Persistent, active replication...

12/26/2014

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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...

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...

10/31/2024

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Unmet Needs in the Treatment and Management of Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer

09/26/2024

Alexander Spira , MD, PhD;

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...

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.

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09/04/2024

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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...

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08/15/2024

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Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

08/14/2024

Farrukh T. Awan , MD;

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...

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...

06/11/2024

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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.

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