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Volume 17, Issue 8, September 2020 - First Report Managed Care

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Health Care on the Ballot: Four More Years or a New Direction?
09/25/2020
How is the health care landscape expected to look over the next four years? We consulted with managed care experts to analyze what has changed since 2016, what is likely to occur if the president is reelected, and how events might unfold...
How is the health care landscape expected to look over the next four years? We consulted with managed care experts to analyze what has changed since 2016, what is likely to occur if the president is reelected, and how events might unfold...
How is the health care landscape...
09/25/2020
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Achieving Effective Motor Control for Patients With Parkinson Disease
09/25/2020
There is no definitive cure for PD but the main objective is reducing symptoms and achieving effective motor control through medication and surgical therapy. The cornerstone of symptomatic treatment for PD is dopamine replacement therapy.
There is no definitive cure for PD but the main objective is reducing symptoms and achieving effective motor control through medication and surgical therapy. The cornerstone of symptomatic treatment for PD is dopamine replacement therapy.
There is no definitive cure for...
09/25/2020
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Managed Care Q&A
Refocusing the Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Landscape
09/25/2020
Edmund Pezalla, MD, MPH, CEO of Enlightenment Bioconsult, formerly of Aetna, discusses treatment options for multiple sclerosis (MS), highlights results from the ASCLEPIOS I and II studies, and notes why this data can be useful for payers. Dr...
Edmund Pezalla, MD, MPH, CEO of Enlightenment Bioconsult, formerly of Aetna, discusses treatment options for multiple sclerosis (MS), highlights results from the ASCLEPIOS I and II studies, and notes why this data can be useful for payers. Dr...
Edmund Pezalla, MD, MPH, CEO of...
09/25/2020
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News Connection
Examining Access to Home Health Care During Pandemic
09/25/2020
In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers assessed patient access and utilization of home health care, post-hospital discharge. Results showed a number of barriers including socioeconomic disparities.
In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers assessed patient access and utilization of home health care, post-hospital discharge. Results showed a number of barriers including socioeconomic disparities.
In a recent study published in...
09/25/2020
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News Connection
Nearly 12 Million People Lost Employer-Sponsored Insurance Amid Pandemic
09/25/2020
It is no surprise that many Americans lost access to health insurance throughout the pandemic, but new data shows that nearly 12 million people have been cut off from employee-sponsored plans.
It is no surprise that many Americans lost access to health insurance throughout the pandemic, but new data shows that nearly 12 million people have been cut off from employee-sponsored plans.
It is no surprise that many...
09/25/2020
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Hospitalization Predictors of Readmission for Psoriasis
09/25/2020
US patients hospitalized for psoriasis had high rates of hospital readmission overall, but low rates of readmission for psoriasis specifically, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
US patients hospitalized for psoriasis had high rates of hospital readmission overall, but low rates of readmission for psoriasis specifically, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
US patients hospitalized for...
09/25/2020
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News Connection
Examining Trends in ED Costs of Care for Medicare Beneficiaries
09/25/2020
According to results of a recent JAMA Network Open study, total 30-day costs of emergency department (ED) care for Medicare beneficiaries has decreased over the last several years, which the authors mostly attribute to declining rates of...
According to results of a recent JAMA Network Open study, total 30-day costs of emergency department (ED) care for Medicare beneficiaries has decreased over the last several years, which the authors mostly attribute to declining rates of...
According to results of a recent...
09/25/2020
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Quality of Life Significantly Lower With Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
09/25/2020
Whether on watch-and-wait or treatment regimens, patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia had significantly impaired quality of life compared with age-matched healthy control participants, according to a study published online in the...
Whether on watch-and-wait or treatment regimens, patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia had significantly impaired quality of life compared with age-matched healthy control participants, according to a study published online in the...
Whether on watch-and-wait or...
09/25/2020
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News Connection
Over $1.4 Billion Wasted on Discarded Cancer Drugs According to Medicare Advantage, CMS Data
09/25/2020
According to a recent data analysis by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Medicare Advantage, more than $1.4 billion was wasted on discarded units of chemotherapy and other cancer-treating drugs in 2017 and 2018.
According to a recent data analysis by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Medicare Advantage, more than $1.4 billion was wasted on discarded units of chemotherapy and other cancer-treating drugs in 2017 and 2018.
According to a recent data...
09/25/2020
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News Connection
CMS Launches Digital Medicare Platform, Streamlines Resources
09/25/2020
Care Compare, a redesign of eight existing health care tools and platforms, was launched by the Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently in an effort to improve patient access to information and streamline health care service...
Care Compare, a redesign of eight existing health care tools and platforms, was launched by the Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently in an effort to improve patient access to information and streamline health care service...
Care Compare, a redesign of...
09/25/2020
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Integrated Healthcare Executive
Benefits of New Cloud-Based Program for Health Plans
09/25/2020
Eric Sullivan, senior vice president of innovation and data strategies, Inovalon, discusses the Consumer Health Gateway, a new portal that allows health plans to build their own Patient Access API to comply with the new requirement of the...
Eric Sullivan, senior vice president of innovation and data strategies, Inovalon, discusses the Consumer Health Gateway, a new portal that allows health plans to build their own Patient Access API to comply with the new requirement of the...
Eric Sullivan, senior vice...
09/25/2020
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A poll indicated that 78% of respondents said all children should be vaccinated unles there is a direct health risk to them from vaccination.
A poll indicated that 78% of respondents said all children should be vaccinated unles there is a direct health risk to them from vaccination.
A poll indicated that 78% of...
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Addressing Specific Factors Contributing to Post-Traumatic Headache
11/21/2018
Bert Vargas, MD, identifies and addresses specific and individualized issues and contributory factors that trigger PTH, and explains how these factors aid in the formulation of a more appropriate and effective treatment plan. 
Bert Vargas, MD, identifies and addresses specific and individualized issues and contributory factors that trigger PTH, and explains how these factors aid in the formulation of a more appropriate and effective treatment plan. 
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Cancer Immunotherapy: Navigating a New Frontier
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The impact of expanded treatment areas, approvals for first-line therapy, and combination regimens, and immunotherapies are being determined.
The impact of expanded treatment areas, approvals for first-line therapy, and combination regimens, and immunotherapies are being determined.
The impact of expanded treatment...
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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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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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08/15/2024
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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,...
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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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