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Analysis of a Value-Based Insurance Design Program
04/22/2014
Las Vegas—A retrospective cross-sectional study found that a value-based insurance design program reached the sickest and most costly patients, but it did not attract individuals who were most nonadherent to medications. Only a small...
Las Vegas—A retrospective cross-sectional study found that a value-based insurance design program reached the sickest and most costly patients, but it did not attract individuals who were most nonadherent to medications. Only a small...
Las Vegas—A retrospective...
04/22/2014
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Risks of Prescription Drug Abuse
04/22/2014
Las Vegas—Patients with commercial insurance who are taking prescription drugs are at risk of abusing the medications and burdening the healthcare system with significant costs, according to pharmaceutical and medical claims data. The authors...
Las Vegas—Patients with commercial insurance who are taking prescription drugs are at risk of abusing the medications and burdening the healthcare system with significant costs, according to pharmaceutical and medical claims data. The authors...
Las Vegas—Patients with...
04/22/2014
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Costs and Risks Associated with Specialty Medications
04/22/2014
Las Vegas—According to a retrospective review of a large payer’s specialty drug pharmacy claims from January 1, 2011, to December 31, 2011, 32.3% of patients who received a 90-day supply of an oral oncology drug did not fill the prescription...
Las Vegas—According to a retrospective review of a large payer’s specialty drug pharmacy claims from January 1, 2011, to December 31, 2011, 32.3% of patients who received a 90-day supply of an oral oncology drug did not fill the prescription...
Las Vegas—According to a...
04/22/2014
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Medication Adherence Program for Medicare Advantage
04/22/2014
Las Vegas—A retrospective analysis of claims data from a Medicare Advantage prescription drug plan found that a comprehensive medication adherence program benefitted prescribers and members. From 2012 to 2013, New West Medicare’s adherence...
Las Vegas—A retrospective analysis of claims data from a Medicare Advantage prescription drug plan found that a comprehensive medication adherence program benefitted prescribers and members. From 2012 to 2013, New West Medicare’s adherence...
Las Vegas—A retrospective...
04/22/2014
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ACE and ARB Treatment among Medicare Beneficiaries with Diabetes and Hypertension
04/22/2014
Between 2000 and 2010, the percentage of patients aged ≥65 years with diabetes and hypertension increased from 9% to 15%. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) have proven to decrease the...
Between 2000 and 2010, the percentage of patients aged ≥65 years with diabetes and hypertension increased from 9% to 15%. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) have proven to decrease the...
Between 2000 and 2010, the...
04/22/2014
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Assessing the Cost Burden of AF and Heart Failure
04/22/2014
Common complications of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) are atrial fibrillation (AF) and heart failure.
Common complications of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) are atrial fibrillation (AF) and heart failure.
Common complications of acute...
04/22/2014
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Greater Prevalence of Clinically Significant Anxiety and Depression among SSc Cohort
04/22/2014
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a connective-tissue disease characterized by excessive collagen deposition in the dermis and internal organs.
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a connective-tissue disease characterized by excessive collagen deposition in the dermis and internal organs.
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a...
04/22/2014
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Changes in LTC Services and Supports
04/22/2014
Falls Church—Until recently, long-term services and supports in Medicaid were refined to nursing homes or institutional care. For the past few years, however, there has been a “very dramatic” change in where Medicaid long-term care spending...
Falls Church—Until recently, long-term services and supports in Medicaid were refined to nursing homes or institutional care. For the past few years, however, there has been a “very dramatic” change in where Medicaid long-term care spending...
Falls Church—Until recently,...
04/22/2014
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The ACA is Changing Healthcare
04/22/2014
Falls Church—The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) has transformed the healthcare industry, leading to delivery and payment reforms. Payers are focusing more on the value of care and attempting to compensate doctors on quality...
Falls Church—The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) has transformed the healthcare industry, leading to delivery and payment reforms. Payers are focusing more on the value of care and attempting to compensate doctors on quality...
Falls Church—The Patient...
04/22/2014
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Poll: Healthcare is Second Most Important Issue Heading into November Elections
04/22/2014
Washington, DC—A poll released at the AHIP conference found that voters consider healthcare to be the second most important issue heading into the November 2014 midterm elections, trailing only the economy/jobs. Peter Hart and Bill McInturff,...
Washington, DC—A poll released at the AHIP conference found that voters consider healthcare to be the second most important issue heading into the November 2014 midterm elections, trailing only the economy/jobs. Peter Hart and Bill McInturff,...
Washington, DC—A poll released...
04/22/2014
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Biotechnology Initial Public Offerings Soar in 2013
02/13/2014
New York—After several poor years, the biotechnology industry rebounded in 2013 with 45 initial public offerings (IPOs) of biotechnology companies and more money flowing into the sector. It was the most activity in the sector since 2000, and...
New York—After several poor years, the biotechnology industry rebounded in 2013 with 45 initial public offerings (IPOs) of biotechnology companies and more money flowing into the sector. It was the most activity in the sector since 2000, and...
New York—After several poor...
02/13/2014
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Study: Pediatric Patients Benefit From PCMH Utilization
03/22/2017
Researchers argue that public funding efforts should be invested in improving the use of patient centered medical homes for children covered under public insurance, or those who have no insurance at all.
Researchers argue that public funding efforts should be invested in improving the use of patient centered medical homes for children covered under public insurance, or those who have no insurance at all.
Researchers argue that public...
03/22/2017
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High Deductible Health Plans Associated With No Change in Asthma Care
10/26/2021
Authors noted that enrollment in high deductible health plans “was associated with minimal or no reductions in controller medication use for children and adults and no change in asthma exacerbations,” suggesting a potential benefit from...
Authors noted that enrollment in high deductible health plans “was associated with minimal or no reductions in controller medication use for children and adults and no change in asthma exacerbations,” suggesting a potential benefit from...
Authors noted that enrollment in...
10/26/2021
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Cancer Screening Cessation for Older Adults
06/26/2013
There are many educational efforts designed to increase the rates of screening for cancer, which is an important part of standard medical care. However, the balance of the risks and benefits of screening are affected by situations such as...
There are many educational efforts designed to increase the rates of screening for cancer, which is an important part of standard medical care. However, the balance of the risks and benefits of screening are affected by situations such as...
There are many educational...
06/26/2013
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Mylan gets approval for generic Effexor XR
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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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