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Study Explores the Psychological Effect of Living With Vitiligo and its Impact on Patient Quality of Life

12/20/2023

Clinicians should consider both the physical and psychological aspects of living with vitiligo and implement measures to identify and efficaciously address them, which can improve patient adherence, clinical outcomes, patient well-being, and...

Clinicians should consider both...

12/20/2023

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Perspectives of Pharmacists and Patients Regarding GoodRx's Latest App for Streamlining Prescription Management

12/20/2023

Yvette C. Terrie , BS Pharm, RPh;

In July 2023, GoodRx announced the launch of a new app known as Medicine Cabinet. In the press release, the company described the novel app as “a comprehensive solution designed to help consumers seamlessly manage their medications. Medicine...

In July 2023, GoodRx announced...

12/20/2023

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The Overlooked Responsibility: The Administrative Side of Family Caregiving

12/19/2023

David Zawrotny ;

David Zawrotny, Chief Service Officer at RetireeFirst, the premier Retiree Benefits Management provider, offers insights into enhancing the experience and outcomes for group plan sponsors and their retirees via industry-leading strategy,...

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12/19/2023

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The Role of JAK Inhibitors in the Treatment of Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory Diseases

12/14/2023

Yvette C. Terrie , BS Pharm, RPh;

While the majority of Janus kinase inhibitors (JAKs) are available in oral formulations, in July 2022, the FDA approved ruxolitinib cream 1.5% as the only topical formulation of a selective JAK (JAK1/JAK2) inhibitor approved in the US,...

While the majority of Janus...

12/14/2023

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Recent Study Reveals More Data Needed to Expand Use of Prescription Digital Therapeutics

12/14/2023

Yvette C. Terrie , BS Pharm, RPh;

Prescription digital therapeutics (PDTs) allow patients and prescribers to work collaboratively and to use ongoing technological advances to diagnose, treat, and manage various conditions effectively. Unfortunately, it appears that a lack of...

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12/14/2023

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Will the Growing Number of Prescription Digital Therapeutics Expand Usage and Coverage?

11/28/2023

Yvette C. Terrie , BS Pharm, RPh;

Prescription digital therapeutics offer the potential to improve adherence and clinical outcomes while decreasing direct and indirect costs, addressing gaps in care, and enabling patients to take an active role in their care.

Prescription digital...

11/28/2023

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Real-World Study Highlights a Need to Improve Treatment Initiation in Patients With Vitiligo

11/20/2023

Yvette C. Terrie , BS Pharm, RPh;

Since nonsegmental vitiligo is the most common type of vitiligo, the availability of the targeted therapy, Opzelura (topical ruxolitinib) cream, has the potential to help many patients living with vitiligo when appropriate. Improving access...

Since nonsegmental vitiligo is...

11/20/2023

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Benion S. Horton, MD, MHA, and Michael G. Lemieux, PhD

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Why Better Lab Management Is Key to Value-Based Care

11/16/2023

Benion S. Horton , MD, MHA;

Michael G. Lemieux , PhD;

The health care community needs another tool to support its efforts to improve care while still managing testing use and costs. Lab benefit managers (LBMs) can provide the expertise to ensure the right tests are ordered at the right times to...

The health care community needs...

11/16/2023

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy: What Payers Can Learn

11/16/2023

By Ram Krishnan, CEO of Valant

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Clinicians use multiple modalities to address different patients’ needs, including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), which is evidence-based and useful for managing personality disorders and interpersonal conflicts. Evidence suggests that...

Clinicians use multiple...

11/16/2023

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Review Provides Insight Into FDA Regulations and Prescription Digital Therapeutics as Market Expands

11/09/2023

Yvette C. Terrie , BS Pharm, RPh;

As the number of PDTs continues to enter the market, it is important that clinicians and patients are aware of the regulatory processes instituted by the FDA to ensure the efficacy and safety of PDTs, and knowledge about the meticulous and...

As the number of PDTs continues...

11/09/2023

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Depression and Anxiety Linked to Higher Hospital Readmission Rates

04/02/2015

Depression, anxiety, and dementia are associated with higher 30-day readmissions after hospitalization for heart failure, acute myocardial infarction, and pneumonia.

Depression, anxiety, and...

04/02/2015

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Trump Vows to End Surprise Billing for Health Care Services

05/10/2019

Patients are often hit with surprise bills after seeking emergency care due to being treated by out-of-network physicians, and on Thursday, President Trump issued a call to action pushing lawmakers to find a solution.

Patients are often hit with...

05/10/2019

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Employers Push Costs for Health on Workers

09/03/2010

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Neurologist Shortage Throughout the United States

08/30/2017

According to data presented at the AAIC 2017, a severe shortage of neurologists is currently affecting several regions throughout the United States and could cause significant issues as Alzheimers disease and other dementia-related disease...

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08/30/2017

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What Every Baby Boomer Should Know About Medicare

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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,...

Key stakeholders in the health...

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...

05/24/2024

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Navigating Payment Models in the CGT Landscape: Insights and Innovations

05/21/2024

Joe DePinto, Head of Cell, Gene, and Advanced Therapies, McKesson

An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.

An expert discusses the...

05/21/2024

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Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs at AMCP

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Unlocking the Future of Managed Care Pharmacy: A Deep Dive into Federal Legislation and Regulations

05/15/2024

Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs, AMCP

Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.

Learn about developments in...

05/15/2024

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Using Lenalidomide and Rituximab, Tazemetostat, or Bispecific Antibodies to Treat Patients With Follicular Lymphoma

04/06/2024

Featuring Peter Martin, MD

During the 2024 Great Debates & Updates in Hematologic Malignancies meeting in New York, Peter Martin, MD, argued in favor of alternative treatment regimens over CAR T-cell therapy for treating follicular lymphoma.

During the 2024 Great Debates &...

04/06/2024

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Personalizing Weight Loss Management With GLP-1 Agonists

04/05/2024

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head of cardiometabolic clinical strategy, Teladoc

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head o...

Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.

Delve into the rising demand for...

04/05/2024

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Substance Use Disorder and Social Determinants of Health

03/27/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Join us for the continuation of an engaging two-part series showcasing an expert dedicated to reducing emergency department visits through the integration of behavioral health practices. Dr Zaubler will share invaluable insights into...

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03/27/2024

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Suicide Prevention and Preemptive Primary Care

03/25/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO a...

Come join us for the first installment of a captivating two-part series featuring an expert committed to minimizing emergency department visits through the implementation of behavioral health integrations. Dr Zaubler will offer valuable...

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03/25/2024

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Navigating the Evolution of Digital Solutions in Health Care

02/27/2024

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant at ZS Associates

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Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates consultant Yash Prajapati.

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