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Provider Groups Express Concerns With MACRA Transition
09/26/2017
Jacqueline W Fincher, MD, Chairman of the Medical Practice & Quality Committee at ACP, recently explained how physcians and providers are adapting to the upcoming MACRA transition.
Jacqueline W Fincher, MD, Chairman of the Medical Practice & Quality Committee at ACP, recently explained how physcians and providers are adapting to the upcoming MACRA transition.
Jacqueline W Fincher, MD,...
09/26/2017
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Breakthroughs in ALS Treatment
09/25/2017
An outpouring of social awareness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis research has led to the first new drug approved for treatment of the disease in 20 years.
An outpouring of social awareness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis research has led to the first new drug approved for treatment of the disease in 20 years.
An outpouring of social...
09/25/2017
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Not All Blood Glucose Monitors Effectively Help Manage Diabetes
09/25/2017
Despite FDA approval, many devices vary in their ability to accurately monitor blood glucose levels for diabetes patients, according to a session at the American Association of Diabetes Educators 2017 Annual Meeting.
Despite FDA approval, many devices vary in their ability to accurately monitor blood glucose levels for diabetes patients, according to a session at the American Association of Diabetes Educators 2017 Annual Meeting.
Despite FDA approval, many...
09/25/2017
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Reducing the Burden of Type 2 Diabetes With Precision Medicine
09/25/2017
During the American Association of Diabetes Educators 2017 Annual Meeting, Erika Gebel Berg, PhD, discussed how precision medicine can be used to curb type 2 diabetes in patients with prediabetes symptoms.
During the American Association of Diabetes Educators 2017 Annual Meeting, Erika Gebel Berg, PhD, discussed how precision medicine can be used to curb type 2 diabetes in patients with prediabetes symptoms.
During the American Association...
09/25/2017
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General Session: America’s Pipeline Conundrum: Paying for Cures
09/25/2017
On Tuesday, October 17, 2017, Alan Weil, JD, editor in chief of Health Affairs, will moderate the AMCP 2017 general session. Mr Weil is a leader in health care research, and frequently speaks on national health policy including Medicare and...
On Tuesday, October 17, 2017, Alan Weil, JD, editor in chief of Health Affairs, will moderate the AMCP 2017 general session. Mr Weil is a leader in health care research, and frequently speaks on national health policy including Medicare and...
On Tuesday, October 17, 2017,...
09/25/2017
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Meeting Preview: AMCP Nexus 2017
09/25/2017
AMPC Nexus 2017, the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy’s annual Meeting  (October 16–19 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Dallas, Texas) is a literal nexus of professionals from all across the managed care spectrum coming...
AMPC Nexus 2017, the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy’s annual Meeting  (October 16–19 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Dallas, Texas) is a literal nexus of professionals from all across the managed care spectrum coming...
AMPC Nexus 2017, the Academy of...
09/25/2017
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Anthem Axes Payments For Outpatient Imaging at Hospitals
09/25/2017
Anthem recently announced a new imaging payment policy, which excludes payments to hospitals for outpatient MRIs and CT scans.
Anthem recently announced a new imaging payment policy, which excludes payments to hospitals for outpatient MRIs and CT scans.
Anthem recently announced a new...
09/25/2017
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Bipartisan Group of Governors Release ACA Health Reform Plan
09/25/2017
A group of eight United States governors released a comprehensive plan for stabilizing the ACA through congressional reform in an open letter to the Majority and Minority leaders of both congressional houses. 
A group of eight United States governors released a comprehensive plan for stabilizing the ACA through congressional reform in an open letter to the Majority and Minority leaders of both congressional houses. 
A group of eight United States...
09/25/2017
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Consolidated Provider Networks, Hospital Systems Reduce Payer Costs
09/25/2017
A recent study in Health Affairs found that provider networks and hospital systems that concentrated providers resulted in payers having more power to negotiate lower health service costs.
A recent study in Health Affairs found that provider networks and hospital systems that concentrated providers resulted in payers having more power to negotiate lower health service costs.
A recent study in Health Affairs...
09/25/2017
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Oncology Care Model: Delivering Better Care
09/15/2017
The CMS Oncology Care Model turned 1 year old this July.
The CMS Oncology Care Model turned 1 year old this July.
The CMS Oncology Care Model...
09/15/2017
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Biotechnology Initial Public Offerings Soar in 2013
02/13/2014
New York—After several poor years, the biotechnology industry rebounded in 2013 with 45 initial public offerings (IPOs) of biotechnology companies and more money flowing into the sector. It was the most activity in the sector since 2000, and...
New York—After several poor years, the biotechnology industry rebounded in 2013 with 45 initial public offerings (IPOs) of biotechnology companies and more money flowing into the sector. It was the most activity in the sector since 2000, and...
New York—After several poor...
02/13/2014
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Study: Pediatric Patients Benefit From PCMH Utilization
03/22/2017
Researchers argue that public funding efforts should be invested in improving the use of patient centered medical homes for children covered under public insurance, or those who have no insurance at all.
Researchers argue that public funding efforts should be invested in improving the use of patient centered medical homes for children covered under public insurance, or those who have no insurance at all.
Researchers argue that public...
03/22/2017
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High Deductible Health Plans Associated With No Change in Asthma Care
10/26/2021
Authors noted that enrollment in high deductible health plans “was associated with minimal or no reductions in controller medication use for children and adults and no change in asthma exacerbations,” suggesting a potential benefit from...
Authors noted that enrollment in high deductible health plans “was associated with minimal or no reductions in controller medication use for children and adults and no change in asthma exacerbations,” suggesting a potential benefit from...
Authors noted that enrollment in...
10/26/2021
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Cancer Screening Cessation for Older Adults
06/26/2013
There are many educational efforts designed to increase the rates of screening for cancer, which is an important part of standard medical care. However, the balance of the risks and benefits of screening are affected by situations such as...
There are many educational efforts designed to increase the rates of screening for cancer, which is an important part of standard medical care. However, the balance of the risks and benefits of screening are affected by situations such as...
There are many educational...
06/26/2013
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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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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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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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