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Healthcare Quality, Electronic Health Records Important Issues for Providers
03/18/2011
As part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (HR 3590), healthcare providers will be held more responsible for their quality of care and adherence to information technology initiatives such as quality reporting and electronic...
As part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (HR 3590), healthcare providers will be held more responsible for their quality of care and adherence to information technology initiatives such as quality reporting and electronic...
As part of the Patient...
03/18/2011
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Health Spending in 2009 Grows at Slowest Rate in 50 Years
03/18/2011
Although health spending in the United States in 2009 increased at the slowest rate in 50 years, the percentage of US gross domestic product (GDP) devoted to healthcare was the highest in the history of the National Health Expenditure (NHE)...
Although health spending in the United States in 2009 increased at the slowest rate in 50 years, the percentage of US gross domestic product (GDP) devoted to healthcare was the highest in the history of the National Health Expenditure (NHE)...
Although health spending in the...
03/18/2011
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Predictors of Response in Patients with Sézary Syndrome
03/18/2011
New Orleans—In a retrospective cohort study of 97 patients with Sézary syndrome receiving multiple immune-modifying therapies, the following factors were strongest for predicting complete response to treatment compared with no response: lower...
New Orleans—In a retrospective cohort study of 97 patients with Sézary syndrome receiving multiple immune-modifying therapies, the following factors were strongest for predicting complete response to treatment compared with no response: lower...
New Orleans—In a retrospective...
03/18/2011
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TNF Inhibitors Reduce Myocardial Infarction in Psoriasis Patients
03/18/2011
New Orleans—A large retrospective cohort study found that taking tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors to treat psoriasis was associated with a significant reduction in the risk of myocardial infarction (MI) compared with not taking TNF...
New Orleans—A large retrospective cohort study found that taking tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors to treat psoriasis was associated with a significant reduction in the risk of myocardial infarction (MI) compared with not taking TNF...
New Orleans—A large...
03/18/2011
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Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Cases Rising in United States
03/18/2011
New Orleans—According to a database analysis study, there were an estimated 3.7 million cases of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) in the United States in 2009. The disease cost the government $8.6 billion in 2008, and that estimate may be low...
New Orleans—According to a database analysis study, there were an estimated 3.7 million cases of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) in the United States in 2009. The disease cost the government $8.6 billion in 2008, and that estimate may be low...
New Orleans—According to a...
03/18/2011
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Drug Approvals Fall in 2010
03/18/2011
The FDA approved 21 drugs in 2010, down from 26 in 2009 and 24 in 2008. Last year’s total included 15 new molecular entities and 6 biologics.
The FDA approved 21 drugs in 2010, down from 26 in 2009 and 24 in 2008. Last year’s total included 15 new molecular entities and 6 biologics.
The FDA approved 21 drugs in...
03/18/2011
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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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