September 2013 - FRMC

Retinoic Acid and Arsenic Trioxide for Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia

09/19/2013

When all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA) is used with chemotherapy as the standard of care for acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL), remission rates can reach 95%, and cure rates typically exceed 80%. Arsenic trioxide with or without ATRA has also...

When all-trans retinoic acid...

09/19/2013

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Treatment of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer at End of Life

09/19/2013

Tori Socha ;

Healthcare providers, particularly those treating a population of geriatric patients, may face the challenge of determining appropriate care of nonfatal conditions for patients with limited life expectancy (LLE). A study of Medicare...

Healthcare providers,...

09/19/2013

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Risk of Exacerbations in COPD Associated with Inflammatory Biomarkers

09/19/2013

Tori Socha ;

Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who experience exacerbations of respiratory symptoms may have lasting adverse effects. Frequent episodes of COPD exacerbations may accelerate loss of lung function, affect quality of...

Patients with chronic...

09/19/2013

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Advanced Treatment Options for Men with Low-Risk Prostate Cancer

09/19/2013

Mary Beth Nierengarten ;

Results of a retrospective cohort study show that the use of advanced treatment technologies for men with prostate cancer with low-risk disease, those at high risk of noncancer mortality, or men with both low-risk disease and at high risk of...

Results of a retrospective...

09/19/2013

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Prescribing Broad-Spectrum Antibiotics by Pediatricians

09/19/2013

Tori Socha ;

The most common prescription drugs given to children are antibiotics, and the vast majority of these prescriptions are prescribed in the outpatient setting. Approximately 75% of pediatric antibiotic prescriptions are written to treat acute...

The most common prescription...

09/19/2013

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ACE Unit Model Reduces Costs and 30-Day Readmissions

09/19/2013

Tori Socha ;

By 2030, 20% of the US population will be at least 65 years of age, creating an increased burden on the healthcare system. Delivering high-quality care while controlling costs includes strategies for improving patient outcomes, particularly...

By 2030, 20% of the US...

09/19/2013

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Treatment for Patients with Post-ACS Depression

09/19/2013

Tori Socha ;

Depression, becoming the leading cause of years living with disability worldwide, is particularly burdensome when comorbid with a chronic medical disorder. In the United States, 1.2 million patients survive an acute coronary syndrome (ACS)...

Depression, becoming the leading...

09/19/2013

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Live MMR Booster Vaccination in Patients with JIA

09/19/2013

Tori Socha ;

Children worldwide receive the live attenuated measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine via national immunization programs (NIPs).

Children worldwide receive the...

09/19/2013

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Rates of Cardiac Catheterization in Ontario and New York State

09/19/2013

Tori Socha ;

A recent study found that only 1 in 3 patients in the United States who received electric cardiac catheterization had obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD), raising concerns about the necessity of cardiac procedures for patients with...

A recent study found that only 1...

09/19/2013

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Kaiser: Transitioning Medicaid Population to Mandatory Managed Care

09/19/2013

Jill Sederstorm ;

A new study examining California's shift to mandatory managed care for Medicaid beneficiaries with complex care needs found that adequate time and planning to minimize the disruption of care are essential to a successful transition.

A new study examining...

09/19/2013

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Kerri Fitzgerald ;

Emerging research has indicated that it is possible to meet current daily physical activity guidelines while still being too sedentary, which increases the risk of death and disease despite physical activity that is taking place.

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01/20/2015

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Best Practices in Medicaid Claims Administration and Oversight

12/02/2014

Every Medicaid operation needs high-performing claims administration. With strict medical loss ratios as required by healthcare reform, ongoing regulatory changes, timeliness, and payment accuracy relevant to provider pricing and benefit...

Every Medicaid operation needs...

12/02/2014

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Biologics: Changing the Treatment Scope for Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: References

12/01/2014

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References 1. Levy LL, Solomon SM, Emer JJ. Biologics in the treatment of psoriasis and emerging new therapies in the pipeline. Psoriasis: Targets and Therapy. 2012;2:29-43. 2. Bhosle MJ, Kulkarni A, Feldman SR, Balkrishnan. Quality of life...

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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...

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...

10/31/2024

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Unmet Needs in the Treatment and Management of Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer

09/26/2024

Alexander Spira , MD, PhD;

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...

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.

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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...

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08/15/2024

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Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

08/14/2024

Farrukh T. Awan , MD;

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...

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...

06/11/2024

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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.

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