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May 2014 - FRMC

Healthcare Costs Associated with Diagnosed Opioid Abuse
05/21/2014
Tampa—The National Survey on Drug Use and Health estimated that 2.1 million Americans ≥12 years of age had prescription pain reliever abuse or dependence in 2012. Prescription opioid abuse leads to significant economic and healthcare costs,...
Tampa—The National Survey on Drug Use and Health estimated that 2.1 million Americans ≥12 years of age had prescription pain reliever abuse or dependence in 2012. Prescription opioid abuse leads to significant economic and healthcare costs,...
Tampa—The National Survey on...
05/21/2014
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Comparison of Diabetes Treatment with DPP-4 Inhibitor or Sulfonylurea
05/21/2014
Tampa—Diabetes is associated with a sizeable national economic burden. In 2012 dollars, the burden of diagnosed cases in the United States was estimated at $245 billion. Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)—accounting for 90% to 95%...
Tampa—Diabetes is associated with a sizeable national economic burden. In 2012 dollars, the burden of diagnosed cases in the United States was estimated at $245 billion. Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)—accounting for 90% to 95%...
Tampa—Diabetes is associated...
05/21/2014
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Importance of Adherence and Quality Measures for RA
05/21/2014
Tampa—With the recent FDA approvals of new drugs to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and updated guidelines, healthcare professionals have more information than ever about the disease. Still, speakers at a satellite symposium at the AMCP...
Tampa—With the recent FDA approvals of new drugs to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and updated guidelines, healthcare professionals have more information than ever about the disease. Still, speakers at a satellite symposium at the AMCP...
Tampa—With the recent FDA...
05/21/2014
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Payer Knowledge on Oncology Biomarkers
05/21/2014
Tampa—Biomarkers have become an important part of individualized care and targeted therapies. Specifically for oncology, more targeted therapies are receiving FDA approval, with a focus on finding oncology biomarkers that will predict risk,...
Tampa—Biomarkers have become an important part of individualized care and targeted therapies. Specifically for oncology, more targeted therapies are receiving FDA approval, with a focus on finding oncology biomarkers that will predict risk,...
Tampa—Biomarkers have become an...
05/21/2014
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Response to Initial Biologic Therapy in IBD
05/21/2014
Tampa—Biologics are regularly used to treat different forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The most common types of IBD are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. However, biologic therapies used for IBD cost an estimated $15,000 to...
Tampa—Biologics are regularly used to treat different forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The most common types of IBD are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. However, biologic therapies used for IBD cost an estimated $15,000 to...
Tampa—Biologics are regularly...
05/21/2014
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A Robust Specialty Pipeline for Chronic and Orphan Diseases
05/21/2014
Tampa—The specialty pharmacy market is going to see increased competition and a number of orphan drug and breakthrough therapy approvals in the near future, according to Aimee Tharaldson, PharmD, senior clinic consultant, emerging...
Tampa—The specialty pharmacy market is going to see increased competition and a number of orphan drug and breakthrough therapy approvals in the near future, according to Aimee Tharaldson, PharmD, senior clinic consultant, emerging...
Tampa—The specialty pharmacy...
05/21/2014
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Rapid Learning Systems for Streamlined Care
05/21/2014
Tampa—To decrease costs and increase quality of care, the way healthcare providers exchange information and make treatment decisions, must be integrated and provide recommendations. According to Dr. Edward Li, PharmD, BCOP, associate...
Tampa—To decrease costs and increase quality of care, the way healthcare providers exchange information and make treatment decisions, must be integrated and provide recommendations. According to Dr. Edward Li, PharmD, BCOP, associate...
Tampa—To decrease costs and...
05/21/2014
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Assessing New Treatment Options for MS
05/21/2014
Since 2010, the FDA has approved 3 oral drugs—fingolimod, teriflunomide, and dimethyl fumarate—to treat patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Since 2010, the FDA has approved 3 oral drugs—fingolimod, teriflunomide, and dimethyl fumarate—to treat patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Since 2010, the FDA has approved...
05/21/2014
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Outcomes Data for Reimbursement
05/21/2014
Tampa—Despite the difficulties pharmaceutical manufacturers face in getting drugs approved, the FDA does not require them to submit outcomes data. During a session at the AMCP meeting, 2 speakers mentioned that information could be helpful in...
Tampa—Despite the difficulties pharmaceutical manufacturers face in getting drugs approved, the FDA does not require them to submit outcomes data. During a session at the AMCP meeting, 2 speakers mentioned that information could be helpful in...
Tampa—Despite the difficulties...
05/21/2014
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The Challenges of Migrating the Previously Uninsured into New Insurance Venues
05/21/2014
Tampa—Managing the movement of the estimated 47 million to 50 million uninsured Americans into new insurance venues was the topic of a roundtable discussion led by Joe deSimone, research director, Health Strategies Group, during a session at...
Tampa—Managing the movement of the estimated 47 million to 50 million uninsured Americans into new insurance venues was the topic of a roundtable discussion led by Joe deSimone, research director, Health Strategies Group, during a session at...
Tampa—Managing the movement of...
05/21/2014
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The search for an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has been elusive. While beta-amyloid and phosphorylated tau protein have been research targets, the positive results of early trials have not been validated.
The search for an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has been elusive. While beta-amyloid and phosphorylated tau protein have been research targets, the positive results of early trials have not been validated.
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Diabetes Training Programs are Underused
12/02/2014
Newly diagnosed diabetics generally don't take advantage of educational programs that could help them manage their disease.
Newly diagnosed diabetics generally don't take advantage of educational programs that could help them manage their disease.
Newly diagnosed diabetics...
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A program that granted homeless patients housing has reduced hospital health care spending and improved mental health outcomes.
A program that granted homeless patients housing has reduced hospital health care spending and improved mental health outcomes.
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Risks of In-Hospital Worsening Heart Failure
12/15/2014
The results of a recent study found that in-hospital worsening heart failure was common and associated with higher rates of mortality, all-cause readmission, and Medicare payments.
The results of a recent study found that in-hospital worsening heart failure was common and associated with higher rates of mortality, all-cause readmission, and Medicare payments.
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12/15/2014
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Bridging the Gaps in Prior Authorization: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration for Better Patient Care
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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...
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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.
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Treatment Options for NSCLC: A Discussion on Coverage, Clinical Outcomes, and Payer Perspectives
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Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
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Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
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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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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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