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06/22/2020

A study presented at the American Academy of Pain Medicine’s 36th Annual Meeting explored the association between emergency room (ER) triage, level of acuity, and opioid administration.

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06/22/2020

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Using Integrated Interventions to Increase Compliance in Opioid Prescribing

06/22/2020

Researchers presented at the American Academy of Pain Medicine’s 36th Annual Meeting a poster titled, “Integrated Interventions to Increase Compliance with Practice Guidelines for Opioid Prescribing for Chronic, Non-Cancer-Associated Pain in...

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06/22/2020

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Association of Out-of-Pocket Costs, Prescription Opioid Use

06/22/2020

Increasing out-of-pocket costs has minimal effect on prescription opioid use, according to a poster presented at the American Academy of Pain Medicine’s 36th Annual Meeting.

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06/22/2020

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Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy, Opioid Prescribing Patterns

06/22/2020

Researchers recently presented at the American Academy of Pain Medicine’s 36th Annual Meeting on the association of systemic opioid prescribing patterns and total cost of care for patients beginning spinal cord stimulation (SCS) therapy.

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06/22/2020

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Examining Trends of Back Pain Management, Opioid Use, and ED Utilization

06/22/2020

Back pain is one of the top pain complaints in the United States and simultaneously one of the most common reason for patient presentation in the emergency department (ED). A study presented at the American Academy of Pain Medicine’s 36th...

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06/22/2020

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Poor Response to Triptans for Migraine Increases HCRU

06/22/2020

Triptans are among the most commonly prescribed medication class for acute treatment for patients presenting with migraine attacks but researchers recently presented at the AAN 2020 Annual Meeting on the effects on health care resource...

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06/22/2020

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Migraine Treatment Failure Associated With High HCRU

06/22/2020

Managing migraine is associated with substantial economic burden prompting researchers to examine the association between overall health care resource utilization (HCRU) and treatment failure.

Managing migraine is associated...

06/22/2020

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Rapid MRI for Stroke Patients in ED Reduces Health Care Costs

06/22/2020

According to science presented at the AAN 2020 Annual Meeting, rapid MRI is a cost-effective diagnosis method in the emergency department evaluation of suspected stroke patients. Adam de Havenon, MD, University of Utah, and colleagues,...

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06/22/2020

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Olaparib Proves Cost-Effective as First-Line Maintenance Therapy in Ovarian Cancer Patients With BRCA Mutation

06/22/2020

After a phase 3 clinical trial showed that olaparib is a successful maintenance therapy for patients with newly diagnosed advanced ovarian cancer and a germline or somatic BRCA mutation, researchers examined its overall cost-effectiveness...

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06/22/2020

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Measuring the Cost-Effectiveness of Hormonal Therapy in Ovarian Cancer Patients

06/22/2020

Letrozole, a maintenance hormone therapy could be a cost-effective strategy for patients being treated for low-grade, serious ovarian cancer (LGSC), explained researchers at the Society of Gynecologic Oncology’s 2020 Annual meeting.

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06/22/2020

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Managing Chronic Kidney Disease in Older Adults

11/03/2014

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos ;

Chronic kidney disease is pervasive in the older population. The progression of CKD can have a significant affect on the overall prognosis of a geriatric patient.

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US Government Proposes More Transparency in Clinical Trials

11/19/2014

Health officials proposed significantly expanding what researchers are required to report about clinical trials of drugs, devices, and other interventions.

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11/19/2014

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Device Could Reduce Direct Medical Costs For Patients with COPD

11/15/2017

Recent research in the International Journal of COPD found that a handheld mechanical oscillating positive expiratory pressure device could significantly improve post-exacerbation care.

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11/15/2017

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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...

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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.

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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).

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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.

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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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