Volume 19, Issue 6, November/December 2022

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Analyzing the Inflation Reduction Act’s Drug Provisions

12/22/2022

Pharmaceutical-related measures of the Inflation Reduction Act will be implemented starting in 2023. Will they deliver as promised by the Biden administration and Congressional Democrats? Or will they serve as an impediment to competition,...

Pharmaceutical-related measures...

12/22/2022

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What Will Telehealth Look Like Post Pandemic?

12/22/2022

Paul Nicolaus ;

As the United States and the rest of the world continue to return to normalcy after COVID-19, a question of whether certain pandemic-prompted services may begin to fade away must be addressed.

As the United States and the...

12/22/2022

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Incorporating Real-World Evidence In the Approval Processes

12/05/2022

Mary Beth Nierengarten ;

Health care stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and payers, are increasingly incorporating real-world evidence into their approval processes, prompting the need for formal guidance.

Health care stakeholders,...

12/05/2022

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November/December 2022 Industry Updates

12/22/2022

News Connection features the latest industry updates from the November/December 2022 issue of First Report Managed Care.

News Connection features the...

12/22/2022

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Literature Review

A Look at the Impact, Prevalence of Demodex Blepharitis

12/06/2022

Edan Stanley ;

This article explores the incidence, prevalence, and management of Demodex Blepharitis.

This article explores the...

12/06/2022

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Literature Review

Anti-CD38 Monoclonal Antibody for Multiple Myeloma: A Review of Clinical Trials

11/29/2022

Maria Asimopoulos ;

Several ongoing and upcoming clinical trials are testing the efficacy and safety of a monoclonal antibody in combination with other therapies for multiple myeloma.

Several ongoing and upcoming...

11/29/2022

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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...

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...

03/22/2017

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High Deductible Health Plans Associated With No Change in Asthma Care

10/26/2021

Jolynn Tumolo ;

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

Tori Socha ;

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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Mylan gets approval for generic Effexor XR

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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.

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...

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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,...

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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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