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Employer Health Insurance Premiums Continue to Rise
01/13/2011
A Kaiser Family Foundation survey found that premiums for employer-based healthcare continue to increase due to the economy.
A Kaiser Family Foundation survey found that premiums for employer-based healthcare continue to increase due to the economy.
A Kaiser Family Foundation...
01/13/2011
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Telephone Care-Management Strategy Reduces Healthcare Costs and Hospitalizations
01/04/2011
Patient satisfaction with treatment and their use of preventive services can be increased with utilization of telephone interventions designed to promote self-management skills and to improve communication between patients and physicians. To...
Patient satisfaction with treatment and their use of preventive services can be increased with utilization of telephone interventions designed to promote self-management skills and to improve communication between patients and physicians. To...
Patient satisfaction with...
01/04/2011
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Patient Perceptions of Medical Errors in Ambulatory Care
01/04/2011
Studies on mistakes in medical care have largely focused on inpatient care, but there is evidence that patients perceive mistakes in their ambulatory care as well. The majority of the research on mistakes and errors in ambulatory care...
Studies on mistakes in medical care have largely focused on inpatient care, but there is evidence that patients perceive mistakes in their ambulatory care as well. The majority of the research on mistakes and errors in ambulatory care...
Studies on mistakes in medical...
01/04/2011
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Medicare Part D Plans Range in Drug Coverage and Cost
01/04/2011
Medicare Part D drug plans vary widely in terms of coverage, tier placement, and cost-sharing for top brand-name and specialty drugs, according to the findings of an analysis by the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation. 
Medicare Part D drug plans vary widely in terms of coverage, tier placement, and cost-sharing for top brand-name and specialty drugs, according to the findings of an analysis by the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation. 
Medicare Part D drug plans vary...
01/04/2011
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Key Changes in Medicare Part D since 2006
01/04/2011
A report analyzing key changes in the Medicare Part D program since it began in 2006 found that there have been significant increases to premiums, cost-sharing amounts, and the use of utilization management (UM) restrictions over time. 
A report analyzing key changes in the Medicare Part D program since it began in 2006 found that there have been significant increases to premiums, cost-sharing amounts, and the use of utilization management (UM) restrictions over time. 
A report analyzing key changes...
01/04/2011
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A Phase 1-2 Trial of JAK1 and JAK2 Inhibitors in Myelofibrosis
01/04/2011
Myelofibrosis, a Philadelphia chromosomenegative myeloproliferative neoplasm, is characterized by progressive anemia, bone marrow fibrosis and splenomegaly, and produces debilitating symptoms. About 50% of patients with myelofibrosis carry a...
Myelofibrosis, a Philadelphia chromosomenegative myeloproliferative neoplasm, is characterized by progressive anemia, bone marrow fibrosis and splenomegaly, and produces debilitating symptoms. About 50% of patients with myelofibrosis carry a...
Myelofibrosis, a Philadelphia...
01/04/2011
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Risk-Reducing Surgery in BRCA Mutation Carriers
01/04/2011
Women who have inherited mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes have substantially elevated risks of breast cancer and ovarian cancer, with a lifetime risk of breast cancer of 56% to 84%. 
Women who have inherited mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes have substantially elevated risks of breast cancer and ovarian cancer, with a lifetime risk of breast cancer of 56% to 84%. 
Women who have inherited...
01/04/2011
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Education plus Self-Management in Patients with Heart Failure
01/04/2011
Delivering evidence-based therapies to patients with heart failure has proven a challenge to healthcare practitioners. The rates of nonadherence to drug therapies prescribed to treat heart failure range from 30% to 60%, and the rates of...
Delivering evidence-based therapies to patients with heart failure has proven a challenge to healthcare practitioners. The rates of nonadherence to drug therapies prescribed to treat heart failure range from 30% to 60%, and the rates of...
Delivering evidence-based...
01/04/2011
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Medicare Part D’s Low-Income Subsidy Program
01/04/2011
A new report examining the first 5 years of the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program found that since its inception, the program has helped connect low-income patients with affordable prescription drugs; however, the program’s...
A new report examining the first 5 years of the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program found that since its inception, the program has helped connect low-income patients with affordable prescription drugs; however, the program’s...
A new report examining the first...
01/04/2011
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Frequent Exacerbations in Patients with COPD May Indicate a Distinct Susceptibility Phenotype
01/04/2011
Results of an observational study [N Engl J Med. 2010;363(12):1128-1138] suggest that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who have more frequent exacerbations appear to have a distinct susceptibility phenotype that is...
Results of an observational study [N Engl J Med. 2010;363(12):1128-1138] suggest that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who have more frequent exacerbations appear to have a distinct susceptibility phenotype that is...
Results of an observational...
01/04/2011
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02/08/2017
In a recent briefing, it was revealed that President Donald Trump has showed his support in favor of drug pricing negotiations. 
In a recent briefing, it was revealed that President Donald Trump has showed his support in favor of drug pricing negotiations. 
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CLL Research Update, Comparative Efficacy of Combination Treatments
12/14/2021
In part one of this podcast series, Adam Kittai, MD, hematologist and assistant professor of medicine, Ohio State University, provides an overview of current research being conducted on chronic lymphocytic leukemia and discusses the results...
In part one of this podcast series, Adam Kittai, MD, hematologist and assistant professor of medicine, Ohio State University, provides an overview of current research being conducted on chronic lymphocytic leukemia and discusses the results...
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Preventable Hospital Readmissions among Medicare Beneficiaries
04/22/2013
Reducing preventable hospital readmissions is part of a federal strategy to create incentives to improve quality of care. In an effort to lower hospital readmission rates, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services publicly reports...
Reducing preventable hospital readmissions is part of a federal strategy to create incentives to improve quality of care. In an effort to lower hospital readmission rates, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services publicly reports...
Reducing preventable hospital...
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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...
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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...
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