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Managed Care Innovator: Jane Lutz - Part 2
03/16/2018
First Report Managed Care spoke with Jane Lutz, PBMI’s executive director, about the recent merging of large PBMs with payers, like Express Scripts and Cigna, and how these changes will impact managed care.
First Report Managed Care spoke with Jane Lutz, PBMI’s executive director, about the recent merging of large PBMs with payers, like Express Scripts and Cigna, and how these changes will impact managed care.
First Report Managed Care spoke...
03/16/2018
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Managed Care Innovator: Jane Lutz - Part 1
03/16/2018
Jane Lutz, executive director of PBMI, draws her on organization’s independent research to reveal what stakeholders expect of pharmacy benefits managers, how transparency (or lack thereof) factors in, and where PBMs need to step up.
Jane Lutz, executive director of PBMI, draws her on organization’s independent research to reveal what stakeholders expect of pharmacy benefits managers, how transparency (or lack thereof) factors in, and where PBMs need to step up.
Jane Lutz, executive director of...
03/16/2018
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Atopic Dermatitis ED Visits Common, Costly
04/04/2018
A poster presented at the AAD 2018 Annual Meeting found that atopic dermatitis is a costly driver of increased emergency department (ED) utilization.
A poster presented at the AAD 2018 Annual Meeting found that atopic dermatitis is a costly driver of increased emergency department (ED) utilization.
A poster presented at the AAD...
04/04/2018
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High Dermatologist Areas Associated With Increased Medicare Utilization, Costs
04/04/2018
According to a recent presentation at the AAD 2018 Annual Meeting measured the impact of dermatologist density on Medicare costs and utilization throughout the United States.
According to a recent presentation at the AAD 2018 Annual Meeting measured the impact of dermatologist density on Medicare costs and utilization throughout the United States.
According to a recent...
04/04/2018
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Apple Launching Employee Health Clinics, Integrated Health Plans
04/04/2018
On the heels of a similar announcement by Amazon, JPMorgan, and Berkshire Hathaway, Apple has announced it will launch a group of health clinics for its employees and their families, according to recent reports.
On the heels of a similar announcement by Amazon, JPMorgan, and Berkshire Hathaway, Apple has announced it will launch a group of health clinics for its employees and their families, according to recent reports.
On the heels of a similar...
04/04/2018
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Aetna Report Identifies Drivers of Shift to Value-Based Care
04/04/2018
A recent report from Aetna outlined how a myriad of factors, including care integration, technology, and payer collaborations, are influencing the shift toward value-based care.
A recent report from Aetna outlined how a myriad of factors, including care integration, technology, and payer collaborations, are influencing the shift toward value-based care.
A recent report from Aetna...
04/04/2018
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VA EHR Proposal Would Link Records With Private Providers
04/04/2018
A new rule released by The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) aims to make it easier for the VA to share patient records via electronic health records (EHR) systems between the agency and private providers.
A new rule released by The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) aims to make it easier for the VA to share patient records via electronic health records (EHR) systems between the agency and private providers.
A new rule released by The...
04/04/2018
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Senate Significantly Changes VA Choice Bill Ahead of Vote
04/04/2018
Bipartisan legislation to reform and expand the VA Choice program was recently changed in order to take in to consideration proposals from the Trump Administration.
Bipartisan legislation to reform and expand the VA Choice program was recently changed in order to take in to consideration proposals from the Trump Administration.
Bipartisan legislation to reform...
04/04/2018
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VA Announces New Steps to Improve Low-Performing Health Centers
04/04/2018
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced it will aggressively implement new strategies to improve the quality of care at low-performing medical centers throughout the country. 
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced it will aggressively implement new strategies to improve the quality of care at low-performing medical centers throughout the country. 
The Department of Veterans...
04/04/2018
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Successful Diabetes Pill Trials Signal Big Change for Diabetes Treatment
04/04/2018
Novo Nordisk recently announced that clinical trials for its semaglutide pill found that the drug is more effective and better tolerated than expected.
Novo Nordisk recently announced that clinical trials for its semaglutide pill found that the drug is more effective and better tolerated than expected.
Novo Nordisk recently announced...
04/04/2018
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Payers Spend Less for Chemotherapy in Physician Offices vs Hospitals
04/04/2018
A recent study in JAMA Oncology found that chemotherapy costs were lower when the treatments were administered at physician’s offices and higher in hospital outpatient facilities. 
A recent study in JAMA Oncology found that chemotherapy costs were lower when the treatments were administered at physician’s offices and higher in hospital outpatient facilities. 
A recent study in JAMA Oncology...
04/04/2018
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Preview of AMCP Annual Meeting 2018
04/04/2018
Meeting Preview: Get ready to be a part of the largest gathering of managed care and specialty pharmacy experts at the AMCP 2018 Annual Meeting. This year’s AMCP spring meeting will take place April 23 to April 26 at the Boston Convention...
Meeting Preview: Get ready to be a part of the largest gathering of managed care and specialty pharmacy experts at the AMCP 2018 Annual Meeting. This year’s AMCP spring meeting will take place April 23 to April 26 at the Boston Convention...
Meeting Preview: Get ready to...
04/04/2018
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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...
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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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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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