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October 2014 - FRMC

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Evaluating Lipid-Lowering Therapies
11/03/2014

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos
New Orleans—One in 3 Americans die of cardiovascular disease.
New Orleans—One in 3 Americans die of cardiovascular disease.
New Orleans—One in 3 Americans...
11/03/2014
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CDC Highlights Statewide Disparities in Opioid Prescribing
11/03/2014

Kerri Fitzgerald

Kerri Fitzgerald
In 2012, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that for every 100 people in the United States, US clinicians wrote 82.5 prescriptions for opioid painkillers and 37.6 prescriptions for benzodiazepines.
In 2012, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that for every 100 people in the United States, US clinicians wrote 82.5 prescriptions for opioid painkillers and 37.6 prescriptions for benzodiazepines.
In 2012, the Centers for Disease...
11/03/2014
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NSAIDs Reduce Breast Cancer Recurrence among Overweight Women
11/03/2014

Kerri Fitzgerald

Kerri Fitzgerald
For overweight women, the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen, could cause certain breast cancers to be more treatable, according to a recent study.
For overweight women, the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen, could cause certain breast cancers to be more treatable, according to a recent study.
For overweight women, the use of...
11/03/2014
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Valve Size and Stenosis Predict Survival in Patients with Transcatheter Valve Implantation
11/03/2014

Mary Mihalovic

Mary Mihalovic
Small surgical valve size and stenosis were predictors of lower survival among patients who underwent transcatheter valve-in-valve implantation inside failed surgical bioprosthetic valves, according to a recent study.
Small surgical valve size and stenosis were predictors of lower survival among patients who underwent transcatheter valve-in-valve implantation inside failed surgical bioprosthetic valves, according to a recent study.
Small surgical valve size and...
11/03/2014
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Evidence to Support Screening for Asymptomatic CAS is Lacking
11/03/2014

Mary Mihalovic

Mary Mihalovic
Data supporting routine screening for asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis (CAS) are lacking, according a recent study.
Data supporting routine screening for asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis (CAS) are lacking, according a recent study.
Data supporting routine...
11/03/2014
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Formulary Updates Amid the Changing Climate of Healthcare
11/03/2014
James T. Kenney, RPh, MBA, discusses changes related to pharmaceutical coverage, reimbursement, and formularies in the ever-changing climate of healthcare.
James T. Kenney, RPh, MBA, discusses changes related to pharmaceutical coverage, reimbursement, and formularies in the ever-changing climate of healthcare.
James T. Kenney, RPh,...
11/03/2014
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Analysis of 2015 Premiums as the Second Year of Marketplace Open Enrollment Approaches
11/03/2014

Kerri Fitzgerald

Kerri Fitzgerald
With open enrollment right around the corner, a report from the Kaiser Family Foundation examined changes in coverage under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) moving into 2015.
With open enrollment right around the corner, a report from the Kaiser Family Foundation examined changes in coverage under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) moving into 2015.
With open enrollment right...
11/03/2014
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Insurance Coverage Concerns: In Vitro Fertilization and Intrauterine Insemination
11/03/2014

Tim Casey

Tim Casey
Since the first baby was born via in vitro fertilization (IVF) in July 1978, the procedure has become more common and more accepted throughout the world for women suffering from infertility.
Since the first baby was born via in vitro fertilization (IVF) in July 1978, the procedure has become more common and more accepted throughout the world for women suffering from infertility.
Since the first baby was born...
11/03/2014
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States, Federal Government Debate Use of Medical Marijuana
11/03/2014

Tim Casey

Tim Casey
The FDA has not approved marijuana for any indication; however, 23 states and Washington, DC, have enacted legislation that permits the use of medical marijuana and cannabis for certain conditions.
The FDA has not approved marijuana for any indication; however, 23 states and Washington, DC, have enacted legislation that permits the use of medical marijuana and cannabis for certain conditions.
The FDA has not approved...
11/03/2014
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Abuse and Misuse of Opioid Medications
09/19/2013

Tim Casey

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Opioid medications have been proven effective in treating chronic pain; however, they are also associated with misuse, abuse, and diversion. 
Opioid medications have been proven effective in treating chronic pain; however, they are also associated with misuse, abuse, and diversion. 
Opioid medications have been...
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Changes in Appearance of Medicine Effects Patient Adherence
07/15/2014
A recent study found that individuals are more likely to stop taking their medication after a heart attack if the appearance of their medication changes without explanation [Ann Intern Med. 2014;161(2):96-103]. Aaron S. Kesselheim, MD, JD,...
A recent study found that individuals are more likely to stop taking their medication after a heart attack if the appearance of their medication changes without explanation [Ann Intern Med. 2014;161(2):96-103]. Aaron S. Kesselheim, MD, JD,...
A recent study found that...
07/15/2014
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New FDA Commissioner Confirmed by Senate
05/10/2017
On Tuesday, the US Senate confirmed Scott Gottlieb, MD, to head the US Food and Drug Administration.
On Tuesday, the US Senate confirmed Scott Gottlieb, MD, to head the US Food and Drug Administration.
On Tuesday, the US Senate...
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Asaf Kleinbort, CEO and co-founder of Medorion
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Behavior Focused Care: The Next Frontier
08/11/2021

Asaf Kleinbort, CEO and cofounder, Medorion

Asaf Kleinbort, CEO and cofounder, Me...
“The next frontier in public health will be scalable personalized communication, and it will seismically change the interactions between payer, provider, and health care recipient,” says Asaf Kleinbort, CEO and cofounder, Medorion.
“The next frontier in public health will be scalable personalized communication, and it will seismically change the interactions between payer, provider, and health care recipient,” says Asaf Kleinbort, CEO and cofounder, Medorion.
“The next frontier in public...
08/11/2021
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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Navigating Payment Models in the CGT Landscape: Insights and Innovations
05/21/2024
Joe DePinto, Head of Cell, Gene, and Advanced Therapies, McKesson
An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.
An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.
An expert discusses the...
05/21/2024
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Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs at AMCP
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Unlocking the Future of Managed Care Pharmacy: A Deep Dive into Federal Legislation and Regulations
05/15/2024
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Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.
Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.
Learn about developments in...
05/15/2024
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Personalizing Weight Loss Management With GLP-1 Agonists
04/05/2024

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head of cardiometabolic clinical strategy, Teladoc 

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head o...
Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.
Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.
Delve into the rising demand for...
04/05/2024
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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Substance Use Disorder and Social Determinants of Health
03/27/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Join us for the continuation of an engaging two-part series showcasing an expert dedicated to reducing emergency department visits through the integration of behavioral health practices. Dr Zaubler will share invaluable insights into...
Join us for the continuation of an engaging two-part series showcasing an expert dedicated to reducing emergency department visits through the integration of behavioral health practices. Dr Zaubler will share invaluable insights into...
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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Suicide Prevention and Preemptive Primary Care
03/25/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Come join us for the first installment of a captivating two-part series featuring an expert committed to minimizing emergency department visits through the implementation of behavioral health integrations. Dr Zaubler will offer valuable...
Come join us for the first installment of a captivating two-part series featuring an expert committed to minimizing emergency department visits through the implementation of behavioral health integrations. Dr Zaubler will offer valuable...
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Navigating the Evolution of Digital Solutions in Health Care
02/27/2024

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant at ZS Associates 

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Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates consultant Yash Prajapati.
Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates consultant Yash Prajapati.
Join us in exploring the...
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Advancements and Challenges in Diabetes Management
02/27/2024

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, chief medical officer at Welldoc, endocrinologist at MedStar Health 

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Learn about the state of digital therapeutics for disease management such as diabetes care in terms of cost, outcomes, integration, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.
Learn about the state of digital therapeutics for disease management such as diabetes care in terms of cost, outcomes, integration, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.
Learn about the state of digital...
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