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05/24/2010
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Natazia, a combination hormonal tablet for use as an oral contraceptive. Natazia contains two female hormones, an estrogen (estradiol valerate) and a progestin (dienogest), and is the...
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Natazia, a combination hormonal tablet for use as an oral contraceptive. Natazia contains two female hormones, an estrogen (estradiol valerate) and a progestin (dienogest), and is the...
The US Food and Drug...
05/24/2010
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Value-Based Designs Are a Solid Investment Even in a Slow Economy
05/24/2010
Value-based design insurance programs have remained a viable investment strategy even during the latest economic downturn, according to the results of a recent survey.  
Value-based design insurance programs have remained a viable investment strategy even during the latest economic downturn, according to the results of a recent survey.  
Value-based design insurance...
05/24/2010
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Health Disparities Collaboratives Have Minimal Effect on Racial/Ethnic and Insurance Disparities in US Community Health Centers
05/24/2010
In a recent controlled preintervention/postintervention study, researchers found that although Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Disparities Collaboratives (HDCs) are known to improve quality of care in community...
In a recent controlled preintervention/postintervention study, researchers found that although Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Disparities Collaboratives (HDCs) are known to improve quality of care in community...
In a recent controlled...
05/24/2010
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Counting Their Medical Losses
05/21/2010
Health insurers are considering the financial impact of mandatory medical loss ratios (MLRs) requiring them to spend minimum percentages of the premiums they collect on providing healthcare to customers.
Health insurers are considering the financial impact of mandatory medical loss ratios (MLRs) requiring them to spend minimum percentages of the premiums they collect on providing healthcare to customers.
Health insurers are considering...
05/21/2010
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Reimbursement Runaround Redux
05/21/2010
Temporarily delaying mandated reimbursement cuts for physicians providing Medicare services has become a routine and recurring event in the US Congress. 
Temporarily delaying mandated reimbursement cuts for physicians providing Medicare services has become a routine and recurring event in the US Congress. 
Temporarily delaying mandated...
05/21/2010
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Actemra (tocilizumab)
05/24/2010
Actemra (tocilizumab) is an interleukin-6 (IL-6) receptor inhibitor used to treat adults with moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Actemra (tocilizumab) is an interleukin-6 (IL-6) receptor inhibitor used to treat adults with moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Actemra (tocilizumab) is an...
05/24/2010
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Cost-Effectiveness of Chemotherapeutic Agents for Colorectal Cancer in a Medicare Population
05/24/2010
Bevacizumab and cetuximab, have been singled out as examples of high-cost/low-value medical care. Previously, bevacizumab has been shown to extend median survival time by 3 to 5 months at a cost that can exceed $8000 per month.
Bevacizumab and cetuximab, have been singled out as examples of high-cost/low-value medical care. Previously, bevacizumab has been shown to extend median survival time by 3 to 5 months at a cost that can exceed $8000 per month.
Bevacizumab and cetuximab, have...
05/24/2010
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05/25/2016
People with diabetes should be offered gastric surgery as a standard treatment option which could help control it for years without medication.
People with diabetes should be offered gastric surgery as a standard treatment option which could help control it for years without medication.
People with diabetes should be...
05/25/2016
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Montana Lawmakers Propose New Abortion Regulations for Medicaid Reimbursement
01/24/2023
Under the proposed change, providers would be required to have state approval before performing an abortion and submit supporting documents to demonstrate the procedure's medical necessity.
Under the proposed change, providers would be required to have state approval before performing an abortion and submit supporting documents to demonstrate the procedure's medical necessity.
Under the proposed change,...
01/24/2023
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Trends in Coronary Revascularization Procedures
08/22/2011
One of the most common major medical procedures provided by the healthcare system in the United States, coronary revascularization, is performed >1 million times each year. The procedure comprises coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)...
One of the most common major medical procedures provided by the healthcare system in the United States, coronary revascularization, is performed >1 million times each year. The procedure comprises coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)...
One of the most common major...
08/22/2011
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Insurer wants focus on what drives up health costs
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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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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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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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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
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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