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Study Finds At-Risk Medicare Advantage Plans Lead in Quality and Efficiency
02/11/2025
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open provides evidence that at-risk Medicare Advantage (MA) payment arrangements lead to superior quality and efficiency in health care delivery compared with fee-for-service (FFS) MA models.
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open provides evidence that at-risk Medicare Advantage (MA) payment arrangements lead to superior quality and efficiency in health care delivery compared with fee-for-service (FFS) MA models.
A recent study published in JAMA...
02/11/2025
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The Real-World Impact of Ruxolitinib Cream for Patients With Atopic Dermatitis
02/10/2025
The use of ruxolitinib cream for atopic dermatitis shows promise in decreasing the need for other treatments, with reductions in oral corticosteroid use observed in some patients.
The use of ruxolitinib cream for atopic dermatitis shows promise in decreasing the need for other treatments, with reductions in oral corticosteroid use observed in some patients.
The use of ruxolitinib cream for...
02/10/2025
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Long COVID Symptoms Persist in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis, Study Finds
02/10/2025
Individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience an ongoing impact of post-COVID-19 symptoms, revealing a significant overlap between post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) and MS-related symptoms.
Individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience an ongoing impact of post-COVID-19 symptoms, revealing a significant overlap between post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) and MS-related symptoms.
Individuals with multiple...
02/10/2025
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90% ROI on Mental Health Benefits
02/07/2025
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open highlights the financial benefits of employer-sponsored behavioral health programs, demonstrating that these programs can result in significant net medical costs savings.
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open highlights the financial benefits of employer-sponsored behavioral health programs, demonstrating that these programs can result in significant net medical costs savings.
A recent study published in JAMA...
02/07/2025
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Differences in Post-Induction Levels and Response Rates Between Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Medications
02/06/2025
A comparison of infliximab brands Inflectra and Remsima in patients with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis reveals differences in post-induction levels and response rates, suggesting potential considerations for dosing adjustments based...
A comparison of infliximab brands Inflectra and Remsima in patients with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis reveals differences in post-induction levels and response rates, suggesting potential considerations for dosing adjustments based...
A comparison of infliximab...
02/06/2025
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Measuring the Cost-Effectiveness of Dostarlimab Plus Carboplatin-Paclitaxel in Endometrial Cancer Treatment
02/06/2025
A cost-effectiveness analysis suggests that dostarlimab plus carboplatin-paclitaxel may be a valuable first-line treatment option for patients with primary advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer.
A cost-effectiveness analysis suggests that dostarlimab plus carboplatin-paclitaxel may be a valuable first-line treatment option for patients with primary advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer.
A cost-effectiveness analysis...
02/06/2025
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Cigna Introduces Performance-Based Reform to Improve Transparency and Access to Care
02/05/2025
Cigna has announced a performance-based initiative that ties executive compensation to customer satisfaction metrics, invests $150 million to improve care delivery and digital tools, and enhances transparency with an annual report on prior...
Cigna has announced a performance-based initiative that ties executive compensation to customer satisfaction metrics, invests $150 million to improve care delivery and digital tools, and enhances transparency with an annual report on prior...
Cigna has announced a...
02/05/2025
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Preparing for the Future of Neurological Therapies
02/03/2025
Gain insights on navigating the future of neurological therapies from industry experts at the 2025 NeuroNet Pro Annual Summit.
Gain insights on navigating the future of neurological therapies from industry experts at the 2025 NeuroNet Pro Annual Summit.
Gain insights on navigating the...
02/03/2025
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Options for Chronic Care Management Models in Neurological Care 
01/31/2025
Panelists at the 2025 NeuroNet Pro Annual Summit discussed chronic care management, teleconsultations, and operational efficiency tools to support overwhelmed private practice neurologists.
Panelists at the 2025 NeuroNet Pro Annual Summit discussed chronic care management, teleconsultations, and operational efficiency tools to support overwhelmed private practice neurologists.
Panelists at the 2025 NeuroNet...
01/31/2025
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Maximizing Patient Care and Profitability Through In-House Neurological Imaging
01/31/2025
A presentation at 2025 NeuroNet Pro Annual Summit outlines the current challenges and potential benefits of integrating imaging in-house for neurologists.
A presentation at 2025 NeuroNet Pro Annual Summit outlines the current challenges and potential benefits of integrating imaging in-house for neurologists.
A presentation at 2025 NeuroNet...
01/31/2025
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The Nondelegation Doctrine: The Next Constitutional Showdown (Part 1)
02/12/2025
Just when you thought the dust had settled from the Chevron decision, the Supreme Court is gearing up to hear arguments in Federal Communications Commission v Consumers' Research next month, potentially reviving the long-dormant nondelegation...
Just when you thought the dust had settled from the Chevron decision, the Supreme Court is gearing up to hear arguments in Federal Communications Commission v Consumers' Research next month, potentially reviving the long-dormant nondelegation...
Just when you thought the dust...
02/12/2025
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No, President Trump Did Not Actually Sign an Executive Order That Would Increase Drug Costs for Beneficiaries
02/05/2025
On inauguration day, President Trump issued an executive order rescinding several Biden-era health care initiatives, including 3 experimental drug pricing models developed by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI). Oh boy did...
On inauguration day, President Trump issued an executive order rescinding several Biden-era health care initiatives, including 3 experimental drug pricing models developed by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI). Oh boy did...
On inauguration day, President...
02/05/2025
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s Confirmation and the Unexpected Turn in the Drug Pricing Debate
01/29/2025
The Plot Thickens in Drug Pricing Drama Just when you thought the drug pricing debate couldn't get more interesting, Robert F. Kennedy Jr adds an unexpected twist. During closed-door Senate meetings, President Trump’s US Department of...
The Plot Thickens in Drug Pricing Drama Just when you thought the drug pricing debate couldn't get more interesting, Robert F. Kennedy Jr adds an unexpected twist. During closed-door Senate meetings, President Trump’s US Department of...
The Plot Thickens in Drug...
01/29/2025
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Medicare Drug Negotiations 2.0: New Administration, Same Mission?
01/22/2025
Last week brought 2 major developments in health care policy: President Trump's inauguration and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) announcement of 15 additional drugs selected for Medicare price negotiations. While these...
Last week brought 2 major developments in health care policy: President Trump's inauguration and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) announcement of 15 additional drugs selected for Medicare price negotiations. While these...
Last week brought 2 major...
01/22/2025
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The First 100 Days: Health Care's Critical Deadlines in 2025
01/15/2025
The 119th Congress faces immediate health care deadlines amid significant leadership transitions. While much attention focuses on high-profile nominations like Dr Oz for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator and...
The 119th Congress faces immediate health care deadlines amid significant leadership transitions. While much attention focuses on high-profile nominations like Dr Oz for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator and...
The 119th Congress faces...
01/15/2025
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Trump's Executive Orders in a Post-Chevron World: Implications for Health Care Policy
01/08/2025
Happy New Year! As we dive into 2025, it’s clear that this year promises to bring significant changes to health care. With President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration just weeks away, the spotlight is already shifting to how his...
Happy New Year! As we dive into 2025, it’s clear that this year promises to bring significant changes to health care. With President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration just weeks away, the spotlight is already shifting to how his...
Happy New Year! As we dive into...
01/08/2025
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A Tale of Two Congresses—Health Care Policy in the 117th vs 118th
12/18/2024
The 118th Congress is wrapping up with a whimper rather than a bang when it comes to health care legislation, particularly compared to its predecessor's transformative impact on pharmaceutical policy. As we reflect on these past 4 years, the...
The 118th Congress is wrapping up with a whimper rather than a bang when it comes to health care legislation, particularly compared to its predecessor's transformative impact on pharmaceutical policy. As we reflect on these past 4 years, the...
The 118th Congress is wrapping...
12/18/2024
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Medicare Privatization Under New CMS Leadership: What's Really at Stake
12/11/2024
After writing about Dr Oz's potential impact on Medicare drug negotiations last week, I found myself diving deeper into an aspect of his nomination that deserves closer attention: his vision for Medicare's future. A letter from Senate...
After writing about Dr Oz's potential impact on Medicare drug negotiations last week, I found myself diving deeper into an aspect of his nomination that deserves closer attention: his vision for Medicare's future. A letter from Senate...
After writing about Dr Oz's...
12/11/2024
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Medicare Drug Negotiations Under New CMS Leadership
12/04/2024
President-elect Donald Trump nominated Dr Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). With this potential change in leadership, are there any implications for Medicare’s drug price negotiation program,...
President-elect Donald Trump nominated Dr Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). With this potential change in leadership, are there any implications for Medicare’s drug price negotiation program,...
President-elect Donald Trump...
12/04/2024
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When Recess Isn’t a Break: What NLRB v Canning Means for HHS
11/20/2024
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) moves through the Senate, there’s growing discussion about whether a recess appointment could be used to bypass confirmation challenges. The Supreme Court’s...
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) moves through the Senate, there’s growing discussion about whether a recess appointment could be used to bypass confirmation challenges. The Supreme Court’s...
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s...
11/20/2024
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