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Volume 17, Issue 2, February 2020 - First Report Managed Care

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Measuring What Matters to Improve Health and Well-Being
02/20/2020
With technology constantly evolving, the health care industry pushes forward developing new ways to look at and assess population health so that patients, providers, and payers alike will see improved outcomes and reduced costs.
With technology constantly evolving, the health care industry pushes forward developing new ways to look at and assess population health so that patients, providers, and payers alike will see improved outcomes and reduced costs.
With technology constantly...
02/20/2020
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Penicillin Drug Class Substitutes Save Patients and Hospitals Money
02/21/2020
According to data presented at ASHP’s 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition, improved allergy documentation offers increased choices to patients and has the ability to save hospitals money.
According to data presented at ASHP’s 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition, improved allergy documentation offers increased choices to patients and has the ability to save hospitals money.
According to data presented at...
02/21/2020
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Fish Antibiotics Consumed by Consumers Seeking Cheaper Options
02/21/2020
Patients seeking out the cheapest, fastest antibiotics have been consuming medication meant for fish instead of humans, according to research presented at ASHP’s 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition.
Patients seeking out the cheapest, fastest antibiotics have been consuming medication meant for fish instead of humans, according to research presented at ASHP’s 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition.
Patients seeking out the...
02/21/2020
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Increased Pharmacist Interaction Improves Patient Satisfaction
02/21/2020
Reduced readmission rates and higher patient satisfaction were observed when patients had increased, focused interaction with pharmacists throughout their hospital stays, per a new study presented at ASHP’s 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting and...
Reduced readmission rates and higher patient satisfaction were observed when patients had increased, focused interaction with pharmacists throughout their hospital stays, per a new study presented at ASHP’s 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting and...
Reduced readmission rates and...
02/21/2020
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What to Expect at PBMI’s 2020 National Conference
02/21/2020
PBMI is hosting its 25th Anniversary National Conference March 2 to March 4 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando, FL. PBMI’s yearly conference has been a staple to pharmacy benefit management (PBM), offering an open forum for the...
PBMI is hosting its 25th Anniversary National Conference March 2 to March 4 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando, FL. PBMI’s yearly conference has been a staple to pharmacy benefit management (PBM), offering an open forum for the...
PBMI is hosting its 25th...
02/21/2020
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Managed Care Q&A
Ensuring Members Utilize and Understand Their Benefits
02/21/2020
Beth Roberts, senior vice president, commercial business at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, discusses the importance of communicating with members what is available to them through their plan, and how population health management is key in...
Beth Roberts, senior vice president, commercial business at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, discusses the importance of communicating with members what is available to them through their plan, and how population health management is key in...
Beth Roberts, senior vice...
02/21/2020
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Veterans Health Today
Palliative Care Proves Beneficial for Veterans With Cancer
02/21/2020
Donald Sullivan, MD, MA, MCR, and colleagues recently published a study in JAMA Oncology on the association between palliative care and survival rates, particularly among lung cancer patients in the veteran population. Veterans Health Today...
Donald Sullivan, MD, MA, MCR, and colleagues recently published a study in JAMA Oncology on the association between palliative care and survival rates, particularly among lung cancer patients in the veteran population. Veterans Health Today...
Donald Sullivan, MD, MA, MCR,...
02/21/2020
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Veterans Health Today
Veterans Group Seeks Apology From President Trump
02/21/2020
Following a remark from President Donald Trump stating that he does not consider potential traumatic brain injuries (TBI) to be a serious condition, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is demanding he apologize.
Following a remark from President Donald Trump stating that he does not consider potential traumatic brain injuries (TBI) to be a serious condition, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is demanding he apologize.
Following a remark from...
02/21/2020
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Veterans Health Today
Veterans Returning From Deployment Open to Family Guidance
02/21/2020
In a small survey, the majority of veterans returning from military deployment said they would be open to taking part in a program on parenting skills. Researchers published their findings online in Military Medicine. 
In a small survey, the majority of veterans returning from military deployment said they would be open to taking part in a program on parenting skills. Researchers published their findings online in Military Medicine. 
In a small survey, the majority...
02/21/2020
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Veterans Health Today
VA Deputy Secretary Dismissed
02/21/2020
According to a statement by Robert Wilkie, department of Veterans Affairs (VA) secretary, James Byrne, VA deputy secretary, has been fired.
According to a statement by Robert Wilkie, department of Veterans Affairs (VA) secretary, James Byrne, VA deputy secretary, has been fired.
According to a statement by...
02/21/2020
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Integrated Healthcare Executive
Understanding the Value of Integrating Patient-Generated Health Data Into Practice
02/21/2020
In a recent Integrated Healthcare Executive podcast, Drew Ivan, chief product and strategy officer, and Jessica Nisenbaum, chief people officer, both from Rhapsody & Corepoint Health, discuss the benefits and challenges of introducing...
In a recent Integrated Healthcare Executive podcast, Drew Ivan, chief product and strategy officer, and Jessica Nisenbaum, chief people officer, both from Rhapsody & Corepoint Health, discuss the benefits and challenges of introducing...
In a recent Integrated...
02/21/2020
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People with diabetes should be offered gastric surgery as a standard treatment option which could help control it for years without medication.
People with diabetes should be offered gastric surgery as a standard treatment option which could help control it for years without medication.
People with diabetes should be...
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Under the proposed change, providers would be required to have state approval before performing an abortion and submit supporting documents to demonstrate the procedure's medical necessity.
Under the proposed change, providers would be required to have state approval before performing an abortion and submit supporting documents to demonstrate the procedure's medical necessity.
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Trends in Coronary Revascularization Procedures
08/22/2011
One of the most common major medical procedures provided by the healthcare system in the United States, coronary revascularization, is performed >1 million times each year. The procedure comprises coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)...
One of the most common major medical procedures provided by the healthcare system in the United States, coronary revascularization, is performed >1 million times each year. The procedure comprises coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)...
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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...
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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...
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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).
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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,...
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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...
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