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Trump May Halt Insurer Payments to Force Democrats to Table on Healthcare
04/13/2017
President Donald Trump said he may withhold Obamacare payments to health insurers to force Democrats back to the negotiating table on healthcare.
President Donald Trump said he may withhold Obamacare payments to health insurers to force Democrats back to the negotiating table on healthcare.
President Donald Trump said he...
04/13/2017
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Increasing TKI Utilization and Costs for CML Put Pressure on Medicare Part-D Insurers
09/20/2021
The increase in use of TKIs for patients with CML and the increase in TKI drug prices place considerable financial pressure on Medicare part-D insurers.
The increase in use of TKIs for patients with CML and the increase in TKI drug prices place considerable financial pressure on Medicare part-D insurers.
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09/20/2021
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Predicting Avoidable 30-Day Hospital Readmissions
07/22/2013
A common costly component to overall healthcare costs is hospital readmission. The 30-day readmission rate in the United States is 18% according to recent studies, and the cost of readmissions among Medicare beneficiaries is an estimated $17...
A common costly component to overall healthcare costs is hospital readmission. The 30-day readmission rate in the United States is 18% according to recent studies, and the cost of readmissions among Medicare beneficiaries is an estimated $17...
A common costly component to...
07/22/2013
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NY-26 shifts Democratic playbook as party hardens line on Medicare reform
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Poll: Healthcare is Second Most Important Issue Heading into November 2014 Elections
03/12/2014
Washington, DC—A poll released at the America’s Health Insurance Plans National Health Policy conference last Thursday found that voters consider healthcare the second most important issue heading into the November 2014 mid-term elections,...
Washington, DC—A poll released at the America’s Health Insurance Plans National Health Policy conference last Thursday found that voters consider healthcare the second most important issue heading into the November 2014 mid-term elections,...
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03/12/2014
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Minimally Invasive Solutions for Lumbar Disc Herniation
01/07/2025
In this interview, Ferdinand Formoso, DO, discusses the role of condoliase as a minimally invasive treatment for lumbar disc herniation, its safety profile, potential areas for further research, and its ability to address unmet needs in spine...
In this interview, Ferdinand Formoso, DO, discusses the role of condoliase as a minimally invasive treatment for lumbar disc herniation, its safety profile, potential areas for further research, and its ability to address unmet needs in spine...
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01/07/2025
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Navigating Biosimilar Adoption: Lessons from Global Markets and Clinical Practices
12/20/2024
In this interview, Michael Kolodziej, MD, discusses strategies for enhancing biosimilar adoption in the US, emphasizing lessons from global markets, the importance of payer flexibility, and the need for collaboration to reduce costs and...
In this interview, Michael Kolodziej, MD, discusses strategies for enhancing biosimilar adoption in the US, emphasizing lessons from global markets, the importance of payer flexibility, and the need for collaboration to reduce costs and...
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12/20/2024
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Exploring Biosimilar Adoption and Policy Impacts in Oncology
12/18/2024
In this interview, Michael Kolodziej, MD, discusses the role of biosimilars in value-based care models, their relationship with targeted therapies, and the impact of policy changes and market trends on biosimilar adoption and cost...
In this interview, Michael Kolodziej, MD, discusses the role of biosimilars in value-based care models, their relationship with targeted therapies, and the impact of policy changes and market trends on biosimilar adoption and cost...
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12/18/2024
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Navigating Biosimilar Integration: Cost Savings, Coverage, and Future Strategies for Payers
12/10/2024
John Hennessy, MBA, discusses the complexities of biosimilar adoption, highlighting potential cost savings, payer strategies, challenges in provider and patient acceptance, regulatory impacts, and the critical need for sustainable market...
John Hennessy, MBA, discusses the complexities of biosimilar adoption, highlighting potential cost savings, payer strategies, challenges in provider and patient acceptance, regulatory impacts, and the critical need for sustainable market...
John Hennessy, MBA, discusses...
12/10/2024
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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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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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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.
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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...
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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