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November 2013 - FRMC

Cost Comparison of Topical Testosterone Agents
11/21/2013
Male hypogonadism is associated with a number of chronic conditions, including decreased bone and muscle mass, sexual dysfunction, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, back and neck pain, and psychiatric disorders. 
Male hypogonadism is associated with a number of chronic conditions, including decreased bone and muscle mass, sexual dysfunction, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, back and neck pain, and psychiatric disorders. 
Male hypogonadism is associated...
11/21/2013
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Comparison of Biologic Therapies for RA
11/21/2013
A study of biologic therapies for rheumatoid arthritis examined the impact on several characteristics among patients prescribed adalimumab, etanercept, or golimumab.
A study of biologic therapies for rheumatoid arthritis examined the impact on several characteristics among patients prescribed adalimumab, etanercept, or golimumab.
A study of biologic therapies...
11/21/2013
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Treating Musculoskeletal Pain
11/21/2013
More than 1.7 billion people have musculoskeletal conditions, making the diseases the second largest cause of disability, with the fourth largest impact on overall health in the world. 
More than 1.7 billion people have musculoskeletal conditions, making the diseases the second largest cause of disability, with the fourth largest impact on overall health in the world. 
More than 1.7 billion people...
11/21/2013
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Quality Measures and Healthcare Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
11/21/2013
San Antonio—Diabetes accounted for $245 billion in total economic burden in 2012, a 41% increase from 2007. In addition to the disease, compounding factors such as glycosylated hemoglobin (A1C), body weight, and blood pressure (BP) are...
San Antonio—Diabetes accounted for $245 billion in total economic burden in 2012, a 41% increase from 2007. In addition to the disease, compounding factors such as glycosylated hemoglobin (A1C), body weight, and blood pressure (BP) are...
San Antonio—Diabetes accounted...
11/21/2013
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Targeted Therapies for Cancer
11/21/2013
The treatment of cancer is evolving from a largely reactive, empirical approach to a proactive one in which genomic information is used to improve diagnostic accuracy, guide therapeutic choices, and improve patient outcomes. 
The treatment of cancer is evolving from a largely reactive, empirical approach to a proactive one in which genomic information is used to improve diagnostic accuracy, guide therapeutic choices, and improve patient outcomes. 
The treatment of cancer is...
11/21/2013
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AIRS Patient Survey Provides Insight on Allergic Rhinitis
11/21/2013
Allergen immunotherapy practice guidelines recommend specific immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis patients who remain symptomatic.
Allergen immunotherapy practice guidelines recommend specific immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis patients who remain symptomatic.
Allergen immunotherapy practice...
11/21/2013
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AIRS Patient Survey Provides Insight on Allergic Rhinitis
11/21/2013
Allergen immunotherapy practice guidelines recommend specific immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis patients who remain symptomatic.
Allergen immunotherapy practice guidelines recommend specific immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis patients who remain symptomatic.
Allergen immunotherapy practice...
11/21/2013
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Warfarin and the New Oral Anticoagulants
11/21/2013
San Antonio—For more than 50 years, warfarin was the only anticoagulant that patients could use. In the past 3 years, though, the FDA has approved 3 more oral anticoagulants: dabigatran etexilate, rivaroxaban, and apixaban. Angela Allerman,...
San Antonio—For more than 50 years, warfarin was the only anticoagulant that patients could use. In the past 3 years, though, the FDA has approved 3 more oral anticoagulants: dabigatran etexilate, rivaroxaban, and apixaban. Angela Allerman,...
San Antonio—For more than 50...
11/21/2013
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Department of Defense Has Complex Process for Formulary Decisions
11/21/2013
San Antonio—For the Department of Defense (DOD), formulary decisions are made after a complex process that includes reviews of clinical effectiveness, cost effectiveness and manufacturer bids. Representatives from the DOD recently shared the...
San Antonio—For the Department of Defense (DOD), formulary decisions are made after a complex process that includes reviews of clinical effectiveness, cost effectiveness and manufacturer bids. Representatives from the DOD recently shared the...
San Antonio—For the Department...
11/21/2013
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Primer on Essential Health Benefits
11/21/2013
San Antonio—Beginning in 2014, as mandated by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), insurance companies are required to include 10 categories of services known as essential health benefits for all health plans. See Table. The...
San Antonio—Beginning in 2014, as mandated by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), insurance companies are required to include 10 categories of services known as essential health benefits for all health plans. See Table. The...
San Antonio—Beginning in 2014,...
11/21/2013
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Trump Backs Negotiating Drug Prices Under Medicare: White House
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. 
In a recent briefing, it was...
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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...
In part one of this podcast...
12/14/2021
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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...
04/22/2013
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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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Richard Lipton, MD
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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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Videos
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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