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August 2011 - FRMC

FDA Review Process and Recalls of Medical Devices
08/22/2011
In 1938, when the US Congress mandated that medical products had to demonstrate safety and effectiveness, the law applied only to drugs, not medical devices. It was not until 1976 that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was given the...
In 1938, when the US Congress mandated that medical products had to demonstrate safety and effectiveness, the law applied only to drugs, not medical devices. It was not until 1976 that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was given the...
In 1938, when the US Congress...
08/22/2011
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Kaiser Commission Reports on States’ Online Processes for Medicaid and CHIP Applications
08/22/2011
According to a Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation report from the Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and the Uninsured, states offering a single online application process for Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and insurance...
According to a Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation report from the Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and the Uninsured, states offering a single online application process for Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and insurance...
According to a Henry J. Kaiser...
08/22/2011
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Perceptions of Benefits and Harms Affect Patient Adherence to Medication Therapies
08/22/2011
Adherence to evidence-based guidelines for the prevention or management of particular diseases can be influenced by quality-assurance and pay-for-performance initiatives, but patient preference may be at odds with guideline-directed therapy....
Adherence to evidence-based guidelines for the prevention or management of particular diseases can be influenced by quality-assurance and pay-for-performance initiatives, but patient preference may be at odds with guideline-directed therapy....
Adherence to evidence-based...
08/22/2011
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Eye-Injury–Related Visits to the Emergency Department
08/22/2011
There are >2.5 million eye injuries each year in the United States, and 50,000 people permanently lose all or part of their vision.
There are >2.5 million eye injuries each year in the United States, and 50,000 people permanently lose all or part of their vision.
There are >2.5 million eye...
08/22/2011
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Primary Care Physician Workforce and Patient Outcomes
08/22/2011
Most scenarios to improve the outcomes and efficiency of the healthcare system in the United States include strengthening the role of primary care. Due to a decreasing interest in primary care among graduates of US medical schools, there are...
Most scenarios to improve the outcomes and efficiency of the healthcare system in the United States include strengthening the role of primary care. Due to a decreasing interest in primary care among graduates of US medical schools, there are...
Most scenarios to improve the...
08/22/2011
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Associations between Patient Expectations and Recovery Outcomes
08/22/2011
Physical and social functioning following serious illness has been shown to correlate with patient expectations for recovery. However, evidence showing the impact of expectations on clinical outcomes is limited. Prior studies have examined...
Physical and social functioning following serious illness has been shown to correlate with patient expectations for recovery. However, evidence showing the impact of expectations on clinical outcomes is limited. Prior studies have examined...
Physical and social functioning...
08/22/2011
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Preventive Services Covered by Medicare under Affordable Care Act
08/22/2011
As of January 1, 2011, Americans covered by Medicare were able to begin taking advantage of benefits and savings available through the Affordable Care Act. 
As of January 1, 2011, Americans covered by Medicare were able to begin taking advantage of benefits and savings available through the Affordable Care Act. 
As of January 1, 2011, Americans...
08/22/2011
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Comparative Efficacy Data and Drug Approval in the United States
08/22/2011
The 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act included an allocation of $1.1 billion for comparative effectiveness research (CER). The Institute of Medicine defines CER as the “generation and synthesis of evidence that compares the benefits...
The 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act included an allocation of $1.1 billion for comparative effectiveness research (CER). The Institute of Medicine defines CER as the “generation and synthesis of evidence that compares the benefits...
The 2009 American Recovery and...
08/22/2011
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AMA Reports on Health Insurers’ Claims Accuracy
08/22/2011
Results from a recent survey found that the 7 largest health insurers in the United States significantly reduced their claim denial rates and improved their transparency and accuracy of contracted rates. However, they had an average claims...
Results from a recent survey found that the 7 largest health insurers in the United States significantly reduced their claim denial rates and improved their transparency and accuracy of contracted rates. However, they had an average claims...
Results from a recent survey...
08/22/2011
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Five Years of Follow-Up of Patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
08/22/2011
The acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is, according to researchers, “an important and costly public health problem.” There have been few studies designed to obtain extensive, longitudinal data from survivors of ARDS in regard to...
The acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is, according to researchers, “an important and costly public health problem.” There have been few studies designed to obtain extensive, longitudinal data from survivors of ARDS in regard to...
The acute respiratory distress...
08/22/2011
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"Our integrated approach maximizes every opportunity to deliver a health care experience that is affordable, predictable and simple," said Matt Totterdale, senior vice president, Cigna Pharmacy.
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New Shingles Vaccine Cost-Effective, Cost-Saving Compared With Zostavax
05/31/2018
Research presented at the AMCP 2018 Annual Meeting found that Shingrix (non-live adjuvanted subunit vaccine; GlaxosmithKline) is cost-effective when compared with no vaccination and cost-saving compared with an older shingles vaccine.
Research presented at the AMCP 2018 Annual Meeting found that Shingrix (non-live adjuvanted subunit vaccine; GlaxosmithKline) is cost-effective when compared with no vaccination and cost-saving compared with an older shingles vaccine.
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Jentadueto Approved for Type 2 Diabetes
01/31/2012
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Monday that it had approved Jentadueto (linagliptin/metformin hydrochloride), an oral combination therapy to treat patients with type 2 diabetes. The drug is co-marketed by Boehringer...
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Monday that it had approved Jentadueto (linagliptin/metformin hydrochloride), an oral combination therapy to treat patients with type 2 diabetes. The drug is co-marketed by Boehringer...
The US Food and Drug...
01/31/2012
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Value-Based Contracting Showing Greater Value for Care Provided, Innovative Opportunities
07/13/2015
San Diego—Value-based contracting is demonstrating greater value for care provided, while innovative contracting opportunities are expected to increase in the future, according to a session at the AMCP meeting that included both payer and...
San Diego—Value-based contracting is demonstrating greater value for care provided, while innovative contracting opportunities are expected to increase in the future, according to a session at the AMCP meeting that included both payer and...
San Diego—Value-based...
07/13/2015
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Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care
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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.
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Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024
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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,...
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Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers
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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...
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Navigating Payment Models in the CGT Landscape: Insights and Innovations
05/21/2024
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An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.
An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.
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Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs at AMCP
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Unlocking the Future of Managed Care Pharmacy: A Deep Dive into Federal Legislation and Regulations
05/15/2024
Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs, AMCP
Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.
Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.
Learn about developments in...
05/15/2024
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Using Lenalidomide and Rituximab, Tazemetostat, or Bispecific Antibodies to Treat Patients With Follicular Lymphoma
04/06/2024

Featuring Peter Martin, MD

Featuring Peter Martin, MD
During the 2024 Great Debates & Updates in Hematologic Malignancies meeting in New York, Peter Martin, MD, argued in favor of alternative treatment regimens over CAR T-cell therapy for treating follicular lymphoma.
During the 2024 Great Debates & Updates in Hematologic Malignancies meeting in New York, Peter Martin, MD, argued in favor of alternative treatment regimens over CAR T-cell therapy for treating follicular lymphoma.
During the 2024 Great Debates &...
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Personalizing Weight Loss Management With GLP-1 Agonists
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Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head of cardiometabolic clinical strategy, Teladoc 

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head o...
Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.
Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.
Delve into the rising demand for...
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Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Join us for the continuation of an engaging two-part series showcasing an expert dedicated to reducing emergency department visits through the integration of behavioral health practices. Dr Zaubler will share invaluable insights into...
Join us for the continuation of an engaging two-part series showcasing an expert dedicated to reducing emergency department visits through the integration of behavioral health practices. Dr Zaubler will share invaluable insights into...
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Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Come join us for the first installment of a captivating two-part series featuring an expert committed to minimizing emergency department visits through the implementation of behavioral health integrations. Dr Zaubler will offer valuable...
Come join us for the first installment of a captivating two-part series featuring an expert committed to minimizing emergency department visits through the implementation of behavioral health integrations. Dr Zaubler will offer valuable...
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Navigating the Evolution of Digital Solutions in Health Care
02/27/2024

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant at ZS Associates 

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant ...
Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates consultant Yash Prajapati.
Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates consultant Yash Prajapati.
Join us in exploring the...
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