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COVID-19 Infection Linked to Increased Risk of Skin Conditions
01/08/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of developing skin conditions such as vitiligo, chronic urticaria, alopecia areata, and herpes zoster.
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of developing skin conditions such as vitiligo, chronic urticaria, alopecia areata, and herpes zoster.
A recent study found that...
01/08/2025
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Financial Hardships Associated With Long COVID Across Income and Education Levels
12/19/2024
Juliet Gallagher
A study published in Health Services Research analyzing data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) has revealed a significant association between long COVID and financial hardships.
A study published in Health Services Research analyzing data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) has revealed a significant association between long COVID and financial hardships.
A study published in Health...
12/19/2024
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Effectiveness of SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Among Health Care Workers
12/17/2024
Hannah Musick
A comprehensive analysis of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in health care workers shows high levels of protection against infection, symptomatic infection, and hospitalization with evidence of waning immunity over time.
A comprehensive analysis of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in health care workers shows high levels of protection against infection, symptomatic infection, and hospitalization with evidence of waning immunity over time.
A comprehensive analysis of...
12/17/2024
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Patients With MS on Ocrelizumab and Rituximab May Have Higher Risk of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Compared to Ofatumumab
05/28/2024
Hannah Musick
Recent research found that patients on ocrelizumab and rituximab are at a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 despite being vaccinated, compared to those on ofatumumab.
Recent research found that patients on ocrelizumab and rituximab are at a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 despite being vaccinated, compared to those on ofatumumab.
Recent research found that...
05/28/2024
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Harnessing Innovation to Improve Maternal Health
04/09/2024

Britteny Matero, partner and senior vice president, Market Access, Innsena, and Jaime Bland, DNP, RN, president and chief executive officer, CyncHealth

Britteny Matero, partner and senior v...
The US faces a critical maternal health crisis, with high maternal mortality rates exacerbated by COVID-19 and racial disparities. Institutional changes are needed to prevent these largely preventable deaths, and two experts highlight...
The US faces a critical maternal health crisis, with high maternal mortality rates exacerbated by COVID-19 and racial disparities. Institutional changes are needed to prevent these largely preventable deaths, and two experts highlight...
The US faces a critical maternal...
04/09/2024
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Podcasts
Exploring Commercial Coverage, Reimbursement for COVID-19 Vaccines
05/17/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Norm Smith, principal payer market research consultant, predicts how payment and patient access strategies may shift once COVID-19 vaccines hit the commercial market and coverage requirements set during the public health emergency expire.
Norm Smith, principal payer market research consultant, predicts how payment and patient access strategies may shift once COVID-19 vaccines hit the commercial market and coverage requirements set during the public health emergency expire.
Norm Smith, principal payer...
05/17/2023
Integrated Healthcare Executive
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Down Syndrome Associated With Higher COVID-19 Risk in Pediatric Patients With Hematologic Malignancies
04/13/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Jennifer Wilkes, MD, MSCE, discusses her research exploring the risk of COVID-19 infection and complications in pediatric patients with hematologic malignancies and Down syndrome.
Jennifer Wilkes, MD, MSCE, discusses her research exploring the risk of COVID-19 infection and complications in pediatric patients with hematologic malignancies and Down syndrome.
Jennifer Wilkes, MD, MSCE,...
04/13/2023
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Risk of Fatal Overdose Decreased With Expanded Access to Telehealth, Medications for OUD During Pandemic
04/03/2023
Hannah Musick
Fatal drug overdoses were less likely among Medicare beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased access to telehealth services and medications for opioid use disorder.
Fatal drug overdoses were less likely among Medicare beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased access to telehealth services and medications for opioid use disorder.
Fatal drug overdoses were less...
04/03/2023
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SDoH Impact COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Among Patients With Cancer
03/27/2023
Hannah Musick
Age, cancer type, and comorbidity status were among several significant factors driving COVID-19 vaccination rates for patients with cancer, new findings show.
Age, cancer type, and comorbidity status were among several significant factors driving COVID-19 vaccination rates for patients with cancer, new findings show.
Age, cancer type, and...
03/27/2023
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Conference Coverage
Measuring the Pandemic's Impact on Oral Oncolytic Adherence
03/24/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Researchers at AMCP 2023 studied the number of prescription fills and therapy changes to determine how COVID-19 impacted adherence to oral oncolytic agents.
Researchers at AMCP 2023 studied the number of prescription fills and therapy changes to determine how COVID-19 impacted adherence to oral oncolytic agents.
Researchers at AMCP 2023 studied...
03/24/2023
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Woman Develops Retroperitoneal Fibrosis Following COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination
03/23/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A 58-year-old woman developed retroperitoneal fibrosis 5 weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, findings show.
A 58-year-old woman developed retroperitoneal fibrosis 5 weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, findings show.
A 58-year-old woman developed...
03/23/2023
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COVID-19 Infection Linked to Increased Risk of Skin Conditions
01/08/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of developing skin conditions such as vitiligo, chronic urticaria, alopecia areata, and herpes zoster.
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of developing skin conditions such as vitiligo, chronic urticaria, alopecia areata, and herpes zoster.
A recent study found that...
01/08/2025
First Report Managed Care
News
Financial Hardships Associated With Long COVID Across Income and Education Levels
12/19/2024
Juliet Gallagher
A study published in Health Services Research analyzing data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) has revealed a significant association between long COVID and financial hardships.
A study published in Health Services Research analyzing data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) has revealed a significant association between long COVID and financial hardships.
A study published in Health...
12/19/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
Effectiveness of SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Among Health Care Workers
12/17/2024
Hannah Musick
A comprehensive analysis of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in health care workers shows high levels of protection against infection, symptomatic infection, and hospitalization with evidence of waning immunity over time.
A comprehensive analysis of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in health care workers shows high levels of protection against infection, symptomatic infection, and hospitalization with evidence of waning immunity over time.
A comprehensive analysis of...
12/17/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
Patients With MS on Ocrelizumab and Rituximab May Have Higher Risk of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Compared to Ofatumumab
05/28/2024
Hannah Musick
Recent research found that patients on ocrelizumab and rituximab are at a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 despite being vaccinated, compared to those on ofatumumab.
Recent research found that patients on ocrelizumab and rituximab are at a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 despite being vaccinated, compared to those on ofatumumab.
Recent research found that...
05/28/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
Risk of Fatal Overdose Decreased With Expanded Access to Telehealth, Medications for OUD During Pandemic
04/03/2023
Hannah Musick
Fatal drug overdoses were less likely among Medicare beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased access to telehealth services and medications for opioid use disorder.
Fatal drug overdoses were less likely among Medicare beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased access to telehealth services and medications for opioid use disorder.
Fatal drug overdoses were less...
04/03/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
SDoH Impact COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Among Patients With Cancer
03/27/2023
Hannah Musick
Age, cancer type, and comorbidity status were among several significant factors driving COVID-19 vaccination rates for patients with cancer, new findings show.
Age, cancer type, and comorbidity status were among several significant factors driving COVID-19 vaccination rates for patients with cancer, new findings show.
Age, cancer type, and...
03/27/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Woman Develops Retroperitoneal Fibrosis Following COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination
03/23/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A 58-year-old woman developed retroperitoneal fibrosis 5 weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, findings show.
A 58-year-old woman developed retroperitoneal fibrosis 5 weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, findings show.
A 58-year-old woman developed...
03/23/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
High-Throughput Assay Tracks Range of SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Responses
03/22/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
New research demonstrated an immunoassay was efficacious for tracking antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 vaccination across all ages and infection history.
New research demonstrated an immunoassay was efficacious for tracking antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 vaccination across all ages and infection history.
New research demonstrated an...
03/22/2023
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Meta-Analysis Supports COVID-19 Vaccines for Adults of All Ages
02/22/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A new meta-analysis reveals that COVID-19 vaccines can create immunity against SARS-CoV-2 infection in adults of all ages and may require extra attention for older individuals.
A new meta-analysis reveals that COVID-19 vaccines can create immunity against SARS-CoV-2 infection in adults of all ages and may require extra attention for older individuals.
A new meta-analysis reveals that...
02/22/2023
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Contracting COVID-19 Almost Doubles Long-Term Mortality Rate
02/21/2023
Hannah Musick
Patients who have contracted COVID-19 are at risk for a higher mortality rate than those who have never contracted the disease, findings show.
Patients who have contracted COVID-19 are at risk for a higher mortality rate than those who have never contracted the disease, findings show.
Patients who have contracted...
02/21/2023
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Autoimmune Disease Impact on Health and Productivity of US Employees
03/26/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Chronic autoimmune conditions are emerging as a major, underrecognized burden on employers, driving up health care costs and disability claims across the US workforce.
Chronic autoimmune conditions are emerging as a major, underrecognized burden on employers, driving up health care costs and disability claims across the US workforce.
Chronic autoimmune conditions...
03/26/2025
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News
Initiating Cariprazine as First Adjunctive Therapy Linked to Lower Mental Health Costs in MDD
03/25/2025
Hannah Musick
Initiating cariprazine as the first adjunctive therapy in major depressive disorder (MDD) is associated with significantly lower mental health-related health care utilization and costs compared to using it after other adjunctive treatments.
Initiating cariprazine as the first adjunctive therapy in major depressive disorder (MDD) is associated with significantly lower mental health-related health care utilization and costs compared to using it after other adjunctive treatments.
Initiating cariprazine as the...
03/25/2025
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News
Study Flags Risk of Selection Bias in Evaluating Medicaid Health Plans
03/24/2025
Hannah Musick
A new study reveals that selection bias, not plan performance, may drive observed racial disparities in Medicaid care, challenging the validity of using these metrics for payment or public reporting.
A new study reveals that selection bias, not plan performance, may drive observed racial disparities in Medicaid care, challenging the validity of using these metrics for payment or public reporting.
A new study reveals that...
03/24/2025
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News
Emerging Treatments Improve Outcomes for Patients With Relapsed/Refractory Follicular Lymphoma
03/21/2025
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Recent advancements in bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies are revolutionizing the treatment landscape for patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (RR-FL), offering new hope for...
Recent advancements in bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies are revolutionizing the treatment landscape for patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (RR-FL), offering new hope for...
Recent advancements in...
03/21/2025
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News
Biosimilars Gain Market Traction but Adoption Varies by Demographics and Other Factors
03/18/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Biosimilars are gaining market share and reducing drug costs, but patient adoption varies based on demographics, care settings, and payer policies.
Biosimilars are gaining market share and reducing drug costs, but patient adoption varies based on demographics, care settings, and payer policies.
Biosimilars are gaining market...
03/18/2025
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News
Patients With Vitiligo Face Elevated Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Study Finds
03/14/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Individuals with vitiligo have an increased risk of major cardiovascular events, including stroke and venous thromboembolism, according to researchers.
Individuals with vitiligo have an increased risk of major cardiovascular events, including stroke and venous thromboembolism, according to researchers.
Individuals with vitiligo have...
03/14/2025
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News
Unlocking Cost-Efficiency and Access With Biosimilar Bevacizumab in Medicare
03/13/2025
Hannah Musick
New research shows significant cost savings and potential for expanded access to biosimilar bevacizumab in Medicare for patients with metastatic colorectal and non-small cell lung cancer.
New research shows significant cost savings and potential for expanded access to biosimilar bevacizumab in Medicare for patients with metastatic colorectal and non-small cell lung cancer.
New research shows significant...
03/13/2025
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News
Study Finds Limited Benefit of Common MS Fatigue Medications
03/12/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Commonly used medications for multiple sclerosis-related fatigue offer minimal clinical benefit and are more likely to cause treatment discontinuation due to side effects, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in...
Commonly used medications for multiple sclerosis-related fatigue offer minimal clinical benefit and are more likely to cause treatment discontinuation due to side effects, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in...
Commonly used medications for...
03/12/2025
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News
Bridging the Gap: Mental Health Support for Individuals With Skin Conditions
03/07/2025
Hannah Musick
A recently published review explores the impact of skin diseases on mental health, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive approaches and digital health technologies to support individuals with skin conditions.
A recently published review explores the impact of skin diseases on mental health, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive approaches and digital health technologies to support individuals with skin conditions.
A recently published review...
03/07/2025
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News
Bispecific Antibody Therapy Achieves Sustained Remissions in Follicular Lymphoma
03/06/2025
Juliet Gallagher
A 3-year follow-up of a phase 1/2 study confirms that mosunetuzumab, a CD20×CD3 bispecific antibody, provides durable remissions, high response rates, and a favorable safety profile in relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma, reinforcing...
A 3-year follow-up of a phase 1/2 study confirms that mosunetuzumab, a CD20×CD3 bispecific antibody, provides durable remissions, high response rates, and a favorable safety profile in relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma, reinforcing...
A 3-year follow-up of a phase...
03/06/2025
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Videos

Updates in the COVID Pandemic: How Delayed Test Results Impact Mental Health, What’s Involved in Digital Contact Tracing
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Updates in the COVID Pandemic: How Delayed Test Results Impact Mental Health, What’s Involved in Digital Contact Tracing
11/06/2020
Ramin Bastani, CEO, Healthvana, discusses how delayed COVID test results impact the mental health of patients, and highlights what it has been like coordinating the delivery of test results and vaccine data between labs, health care provides,...
Ramin Bastani, CEO, Healthvana, discusses how delayed COVID test results impact the mental health of patients, and highlights what it has been like coordinating the delivery of test results and vaccine data between labs, health care provides,...
Ramin Bastani, CEO, Healthvana,...
11/06/2020
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Why Health Plans, Systems Should Work Together to Improve Care for Vulnerable Populations
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Why Health Plans, Systems Should Work Together to Improve Care for Vulnerable Populations
10/08/2020
Jacob Sattelmair, CEO of Wellframe, a market-leading digital health management company, discusses the COVID-19 Chronic Condition Population Report and highlights how the findings help provide both health plans and health care organizations...
Jacob Sattelmair, CEO of Wellframe, a market-leading digital health management company, discusses the COVID-19 Chronic Condition Population Report and highlights how the findings help provide both health plans and health care organizations...
Jacob Sattelmair, CEO of...
10/08/2020
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Panel: Understanding the Use of Predictive Modeling to Track the Pandemic Spread and Associated Diagnostics
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Panel: Understanding the Use of Predictive Modeling to Track the Pandemic Spread and Associated Diagnostics
09/30/2020
Scott Collins, president, Aria Marketing, leads a discussion with Ron Chiarello, PhD, founder and CEO, Alveo Technologies, and Emad Rizk, MD, president and CEO, Cotiviti, about the current state of health care and how health care systems are...
Scott Collins, president, Aria Marketing, leads a discussion with Ron Chiarello, PhD, founder and CEO, Alveo Technologies, and Emad Rizk, MD, president and CEO, Cotiviti, about the current state of health care and how health care systems are...
Scott Collins, president, Aria...
09/30/2020
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Factors to Consider When Differentiating Between COVID and Allergy Symptoms
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Factors to Consider When Differentiating Between COVID and Allergy Symptoms
07/21/2020
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how health care professionals can identify allergic asthma triggers in the age of social distancing and highlights factors that should be considered when differentiating between COVID-19 and general allergy...
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how health care professionals can identify allergic asthma triggers in the age of social distancing and highlights factors that should be considered when differentiating between COVID-19 and general allergy...
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how...
07/21/2020
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Providing the Most for Medicare Advantage Members Amid Pandemic
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Providing the Most for Medicare Advantage Members Amid Pandemic
06/12/2020
Betsy Seals, principal consultant and founder, and Debra Devereaux, MBA, RPh, principal consultant and founder, both from the Rebellis Group, a managed care consulting firm, discuss actions taken by national players in the wake of COVID-19,...
Betsy Seals, principal consultant and founder, and Debra Devereaux, MBA, RPh, principal consultant and founder, both from the Rebellis Group, a managed care consulting firm, discuss actions taken by national players in the wake of COVID-19,...
Betsy Seals, principal...
06/12/2020
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Asthma Treatment Challenges During a Respiratory Pandemic
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Asthma Treatment Challenges During a Respiratory Pandemic
05/21/2020
Lakiea Wright, MD, board-certified allergist and Medical Director of US Clinical Affairs at Thermo Fisher Scientific, and John Carl, MD, chair of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital, discuss how asthma...
Lakiea Wright, MD, board-certified allergist and Medical Director of US Clinical Affairs at Thermo Fisher Scientific, and John Carl, MD, chair of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital, discuss how asthma...
Lakiea Wright, MD,...
05/21/2020
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David Nash, MD, Discusses the Impact of COVID-19 on Population Health
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David Nash, MD, Discusses the Impact of COVID-19 on Population Health
05/11/2020
In this video, David Nash, MD, MBA, Jefferson College of Population Health, explains how COVID-19 has changed the population health landscape, and provides tips for providers who are navigating through this challenging time.
In this video, David Nash, MD, MBA, Jefferson College of Population Health, explains how COVID-19 has changed the population health landscape, and provides tips for providers who are navigating through this challenging time.
In this video, David Nash, MD,...
05/11/2020
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How I Practice Now: Perspectives From a Resident on the Front Lines
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How I Practice Now: Perspectives From a Resident on the Front Lines
04/27/2020
Cynthia Tsai, MD, UCSF, describes how her day-to-day routine changed while training in internal medicine, and provides her thoughts on what to expect following the pandemic.
Cynthia Tsai, MD, UCSF, describes how her day-to-day routine changed while training in internal medicine, and provides her thoughts on what to expect following the pandemic.
Cynthia Tsai, MD, UCSF,...
04/27/2020
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How I Practice Now: Managing Care Experience Amid COVID-19
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How I Practice Now: Managing Care Experience Amid COVID-19
04/27/2020
Aiyana Johnson, MSW, MPH, explains how care management has changed since the start of the pandemic and how her hospital has adapted.
Aiyana Johnson, MSW, MPH, explains how care management has changed since the start of the pandemic and how her hospital has adapted.
Aiyana Johnson, MSW, MPH,...
04/27/2020
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Jaan Sidorov, MD, Examines How the Current Crisis Impacts Population Health
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Jaan Sidorov, MD, Examines How the Current Crisis Impacts Population Health
04/13/2020
Jaan Sidorov, MD, general internist and CEO & president, PA Clinical Network, reviews how COVID-19 has impacted population health, and provides tips for health care providers navigating this new landscape.
Jaan Sidorov, MD, general internist and CEO & president, PA Clinical Network, reviews how COVID-19 has impacted population health, and provides tips for health care providers navigating this new landscape.
Jaan Sidorov, MD, general...
04/13/2020
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Videos
Beyond the Current Standard: Addressing Unmet Needs in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) Treatment
04/02/2025
In this video, Dr Elizabeth Volkmann shares her extensive knowledge of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), including epidemiology, pathogenesis, current treatment approaches, and therapies in development.
In this video, Dr Elizabeth Volkmann shares her extensive knowledge of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), including epidemiology, pathogenesis, current treatment approaches, and therapies in development.
In this video, Dr Elizabeth...
04/02/2025
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Pipeline Projections
Examining Newly FDA-Approved Anticoagulants and Upcoming Drugs in the Approval Pipeline
02/12/2025
In this episode of Pipeline Projections, Roy Moore—Senior Healthcare Research & Data Analyst at Clarivate and Editorial Board Member of First Report Managed Care—explores newly approved and existing anticoagulant therapies. He analyzes...
In this episode of Pipeline Projections, Roy Moore—Senior Healthcare Research & Data Analyst at Clarivate and Editorial Board Member of First Report Managed Care—explores newly approved and existing anticoagulant therapies. He analyzes...
In this episode of Pipeline...
02/12/2025
First Report Managed Care
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Videos
Exploring the Impact of Early CGRP Therapy Initiation on Migraine Treatment
02/10/2025
In an interview with a guest expert, learn about the history and current use of CGRP therapies for patients with migraines.
In an interview with a guest expert, learn about the history and current use of CGRP therapies for patients with migraines.
In an interview with a guest...
02/10/2025
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Chris Darland
Videos
Utilizing AI-Enabled Remote Wearables for Lifesaving Care
01/29/2025
In this interview with a guest expert, learn about the potential for successes and challenges in implementing AI-enabled remote wearables in health care settings.
In this interview with a guest expert, learn about the potential for successes and challenges in implementing AI-enabled remote wearables in health care settings.
In this interview with a guest...
01/29/2025
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Videos
Minimally Invasive Solutions for Lumbar Disc Herniation
01/07/2025
Ferdinand Formoso, DO
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...
In this interview, Ferdinand...
01/07/2025
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Videos
Navigating Biosimilar Adoption: Lessons from Global Markets and Clinical Practices
12/20/2024
Michael Kolodziej, MD
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...
In this interview, Michael...
12/20/2024
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Mike Kolodziej, MD
Videos
Exploring Biosimilar Adoption and Policy Impacts in Oncology
12/18/2024
Michael Kolodziej, MD
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...
In this interview, Michael...
12/18/2024
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Videos
Navigating Biosimilar Integration: Cost Savings, Coverage, and Future Strategies for Payers
12/10/2024
John Hennessy, MBA
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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Videos
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...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief...
11/13/2024
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Richard Lipton, MD
Videos
The Evolving Role of CGRP-targeting Therapies in Migraine Prevention
10/31/2024
Richard Lipton, MD
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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Podcasts

Headshot of Norman Smith on a blue background underneath the PopHealth Perspectives logo.
Podcasts
Exploring Commercial Coverage, Reimbursement for COVID-19 Vaccines
05/17/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Norm Smith, principal payer market research consultant, predicts how payment and patient access strategies may shift once COVID-19 vaccines hit the commercial market and coverage requirements set during the public health emergency expire.
Norm Smith, principal payer market research consultant, predicts how payment and patient access strategies may shift once COVID-19 vaccines hit the commercial market and coverage requirements set during the public health emergency expire.
Norm Smith, principal payer...
05/17/2023
Integrated Healthcare Executive
Identifying the Benefits of Rapid At-Home Diagnostic Testing and How These Can Communicate With PCPs, Infectious Disease Professionals
Podcasts
Identifying the Benefits of Rapid At-Home Diagnostic Testing and How These Can Communicate With PCPs, Infectious Disease Professionals
10/25/2020
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo Technologies, discusses a recent collaboration the company began with Janssen—where together they are working to improve and expand an at-home self-testing platform for viral infectious diseases—and explains why...
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo Technologies, discusses a recent collaboration the company began with Janssen—where together they are working to improve and expand an at-home self-testing platform for viral infectious diseases—and explains why...
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo...
10/25/2020
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Payer Insights: Cost-Sharing Changes Amid Increased COVID-19 Telehealth Visits
Podcasts
Payer Insights: Cost-Sharing Changes Amid Increased COVID-19 Telehealth Visits
10/14/2020
Ben Isgur, health research institute leader, PwC, discusses recent news from insurers who announced they are reversing their decisions to waive telehealth copays, and provides a future outlook on how the health care landscape should change in...
Ben Isgur, health research institute leader, PwC, discusses recent news from insurers who announced they are reversing their decisions to waive telehealth copays, and provides a future outlook on how the health care landscape should change in...
Ben Isgur, health research...
10/14/2020
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Important Factors to Consider While Navigating Through the Pandemic
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Important Factors to Consider While Navigating Through the Pandemic
07/17/2020
Brett Zelkind, senior vice president of business development and Eric Zerneke, chief commercial officer, both at CredSimple, explain why social determinants of health and the uptake in telehealth should be considered throughout the navigation...
Brett Zelkind, senior vice president of business development and Eric Zerneke, chief commercial officer, both at CredSimple, explain why social determinants of health and the uptake in telehealth should be considered throughout the navigation...
Brett Zelkind, senior vice...
07/17/2020
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Strengths, Weaknesses of Health Care System Exposed as a Result of Current Pandemic
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Strengths, Weaknesses of Health Care System Exposed as a Result of Current Pandemic
07/08/2020
Tim Lash, chief strategy officer for West Health, discusses common disparities seen in health care and explains how the current pandemic has revealed both strengths and weaknesses of our health care system.
Tim Lash, chief strategy officer for West Health, discusses common disparities seen in health care and explains how the current pandemic has revealed both strengths and weaknesses of our health care system.
Tim Lash, chief strategy officer...
07/08/2020
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Podcasts
Improving Access to CGRP Therapies for Effective Migraine Treatment
12/12/2024
Explore the challenges patients face in accessing CGRP therapies for migraines, strategies to streamline treatment effectiveness, and the crucial role of health care providers in navigating access barriers and aligning clinical guidelines...
Explore the challenges patients face in accessing CGRP therapies for migraines, strategies to streamline treatment effectiveness, and the crucial role of health care providers in navigating access barriers and aligning clinical guidelines...
Explore the challenges patients...
12/12/2024
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LMW
Podcasts
Understanding Early CGRP Therapy Initiation in Migraine Treatment
11/22/2024
Lucy Myint-Wilks, BMBS, MSc, MRCS
Explore the latest advancements in migraine research, treatment options, cost-effectiveness, and the role of technology in managing migraines in this informative episode.
Explore the latest advancements in migraine research, treatment options, cost-effectiveness, and the role of technology in managing migraines in this informative episode.
Explore the latest advancements...
11/22/2024
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Ed
Podcasts
Improving Adherence With Long-Acting Antiretroviral Therapy for HIV
11/15/2024
Edmund J. Pezalla, MD
Join our in-depth discussion about the challenges of HIV treatment, the importance of adherence to antiretroviral therapy, and how long-acting ART can improve treatment outcomes.
Join our in-depth discussion about the challenges of HIV treatment, the importance of adherence to antiretroviral therapy, and how long-acting ART can improve treatment outcomes.
Join our in-depth discussion...
11/15/2024
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Sid Devarakonda
Podcasts
Frontline Treatment Landscape Advancements for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
08/28/2024
Sid Devarakonda, MD
Tune in as we speak with a guest oncology expert about the progress in treating non-small cell lung cancer, targeted therapies and immunotherapy, and the challenges of early detection and screening options covered by health plans.
Tune in as we speak with a guest oncology expert about the progress in treating non-small cell lung cancer, targeted therapies and immunotherapy, and the challenges of early detection and screening options covered by health plans.
Tune in as we speak with a guest...
08/28/2024
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Owens
Podcasts
Understanding the Impact of Formulary Exclusions on Medication Adherence
03/28/2024

Featuring Gary Owens, MD, president of Gary Owens Associates

Featuring Gary Owens, MD, president o...
Join us as guest expert Gary Owens discusses how formulary exclusions can impact patient medication adherence and lead to adverse economic outcomes, making the need for non-medical switching and formulary exception requests an important issue...
Join us as guest expert Gary Owens discusses how formulary exclusions can impact patient medication adherence and lead to adverse economic outcomes, making the need for non-medical switching and formulary exception requests an important issue...
Join us as guest expert Gary...
03/28/2024
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Prajapati Podcast
Podcasts
Standardizing the Field of Digital Medicine: Insights from an Industry Expert
02/27/2024

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant at ZS Associates 

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant ...
Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates Consultant Yash Prajapati.
Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates Consultant Yash Prajapati.
Join us in exploring the...
02/27/2024
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Shomali Podcast
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Expanding Diabetes Care
02/27/2024

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, chief medical officer at Welldoc, endocrinologist at MedStar Health 

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, chief m...
Discover how digital therapeutics are revolutionizing disease management, patient care, reducing health care costs, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.
Discover how digital therapeutics are revolutionizing disease management, patient care, reducing health care costs, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.
Discover how digital...
02/27/2024
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Podcasts
Expert Insights into Value-Based Care for Polymyalgia Rheumatica
01/11/2024
Larry Hsu, MD
A doctor and expert in value-based care offers insights into treatment costs and treatment regimens for patients with polymyalgia rheumatica.
A doctor and expert in value-based care offers insights into treatment costs and treatment regimens for patients with polymyalgia rheumatica.
A doctor and expert in...
01/11/2024
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Podcasts
New Treatment Option Helps Address Nonadherence Among Patients With HIV
01/08/2024
Christopher Blackwell, PhD
An expert discusses the HIV treatment option Cabenuva, and explains why this is a more convenient way to deliver long-acting antiretroviral therapy to patients who either do not want to take a daily pill, or who are just wanting to break the...
An expert discusses the HIV treatment option Cabenuva, and explains why this is a more convenient way to deliver long-acting antiretroviral therapy to patients who either do not want to take a daily pill, or who are just wanting to break the...
An expert discusses the HIV...
01/08/2024
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Podcasts
A Payer's Perspective on Value-Based Care and Treatment Costs for Rheumatic Conditions
11/06/2023
Steven Peskin, MD
Dr Steven Peskin, general internal medicine specialist and CEO of SRP Advisors, joins us today to discuss value-based care and treatment costs for patients with rheumatic conditions.
Dr Steven Peskin, general internal medicine specialist and CEO of SRP Advisors, joins us today to discuss value-based care and treatment costs for patients with rheumatic conditions.
Dr Steven Peskin, general...
11/06/2023
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Harnessing Innovation to Improve Maternal Health
04/09/2024

Britteny Matero, partner and senior vice president, Market Access, Innsena, and Jaime Bland, DNP, RN, president and chief executive officer, CyncHealth

Britteny Matero, partner and senior v...
The US faces a critical maternal health crisis, with high maternal mortality rates exacerbated by COVID-19 and racial disparities. Institutional changes are needed to prevent these largely preventable deaths, and two experts highlight...
The US faces a critical maternal health crisis, with high maternal mortality rates exacerbated by COVID-19 and racial disparities. Institutional changes are needed to prevent these largely preventable deaths, and two experts highlight...
The US faces a critical maternal...
04/09/2024
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Podcasts
Exploring Commercial Coverage, Reimbursement for COVID-19 Vaccines
05/17/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Norm Smith, principal payer market research consultant, predicts how payment and patient access strategies may shift once COVID-19 vaccines hit the commercial market and coverage requirements set during the public health emergency expire.
Norm Smith, principal payer market research consultant, predicts how payment and patient access strategies may shift once COVID-19 vaccines hit the commercial market and coverage requirements set during the public health emergency expire.
Norm Smith, principal payer...
05/17/2023
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Interview
2022 Risk Adjustment Factor Scores: Changing Tech, Data Strategies Postpandemic
03/10/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Michael Stearns, MD, CPC, CRC, CFPC, specialized consulting director of medical informatics, Wolters Kluwer, Health Language, breaks down how payers must approach risk adjustment factor scores differently after the pandemic disrupted regular...
Michael Stearns, MD, CPC, CRC, CFPC, specialized consulting director of medical informatics, Wolters Kluwer, Health Language, breaks down how payers must approach risk adjustment factor scores differently after the pandemic disrupted regular...
Michael Stearns, MD, CPC, CRC,...
03/10/2022
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How Connection and Social Support Help Those Suffering From Long COVID
08/05/2021
Archelle Georgiou, MD
Archelle Georgiou, MD, discusses long COVID—which impacts those experiencing symptoms for weeks or months after recovering from the disease—and explains what those in the health care industry should know and why love and support can help...
Archelle Georgiou, MD, discusses long COVID—which impacts those experiencing symptoms for weeks or months after recovering from the disease—and explains what those in the health care industry should know and why love and support can help...
Archelle Georgiou, MD, discusses...
08/05/2021
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Population Points
A COVID-19 Hangover
06/18/2021
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, editor-in-chief, Population Health Learning Network, discusses the after-effects of the pandemic as cases have begun to drop, highlights how “a new normal” may challenge our fee-for-service based health care system,...
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, editor-in-chief, Population Health Learning Network, discusses the after-effects of the pandemic as cases have begun to drop, highlights how “a new normal” may challenge our fee-for-service based health care system,...
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA,...
06/18/2021
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Looking Ahead: Three Imperatives for Recovering Health Systems
Commentary
Looking Ahead: Three Imperatives for Recovering Health Systems
02/25/2021
"While hospitals dealt with the sudden patient influx caused by COVID-19, distributors confronted the challenge of maintaining a steady supply of essential products and medications to treat a disease that seemed almost invincible," said...
"While hospitals dealt with the sudden patient influx caused by COVID-19, distributors confronted the challenge of maintaining a steady supply of essential products and medications to treat a disease that seemed almost invincible," said...
"While hospitals dealt with the...
02/25/2021
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Confronting Vaccine Hesitancy
Population Points
Confronting Vaccine Hesitancy
02/12/2021
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, editor-in-chief, discusses his recent experience with a patient regarding vaccine hesitancy, breaks down the history of anti-vaccine sentiment, and explains why vaccine hesitancy is about much more than just the...
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, editor-in-chief, discusses his recent experience with a patient regarding vaccine hesitancy, breaks down the history of anti-vaccine sentiment, and explains why vaccine hesitancy is about much more than just the...
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA,...
02/12/2021
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Using Antibody Tests to Diagnose, Treat COVID-19 and Improve Workflows
Interview
Using Antibody Tests to Diagnose, Treat COVID-19 and Improve Workflows
02/04/2021
Lakiea Wright, MD, board-certified allergist and immunologist, and associate physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, discusses the immune system’s antibody response during COVID-19, and highlights how antibody tests can be used clinically...
Lakiea Wright, MD, board-certified allergist and immunologist, and associate physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, discusses the immune system’s antibody response during COVID-19, and highlights how antibody tests can be used clinically...
Lakiea Wright, MD,...
02/04/2021
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Improving the Protection of Health Care Workers in Health Systems
Interview
Improving the Protection of Health Care Workers in Health Systems
12/22/2020
Kristy Warren MSN-Ed, RN, BA, CLLM, director, Clinical Resources for Encompass Group, reviews current PPE issues facing health care workers, rates of reusing PPE among health care professionals, and highlights a new solution to help address...
Kristy Warren MSN-Ed, RN, BA, CLLM, director, Clinical Resources for Encompass Group, reviews current PPE issues facing health care workers, rates of reusing PPE among health care professionals, and highlights a new solution to help address...
Kristy Warren MSN-Ed, RN, BA,...
12/22/2020
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Identifying High-Risk COVID Patients Through Early Symptoms, Contributing Factors Before Testing
Interview
Identifying High-Risk COVID Patients Through Early Symptoms, Contributing Factors Before Testing
12/10/2020
Nancy A Dreyer, chief scientific officer and senior vice president, Real World Solutions, IQVIA Cambridge, MA, provides insight into her latest study in which she and her coresearchers identified factors that could imply COVID-19 positivity...
Nancy A Dreyer, chief scientific officer and senior vice president, Real World Solutions, IQVIA Cambridge, MA, provides insight into her latest study in which she and her coresearchers identified factors that could imply COVID-19 positivity...
Nancy A Dreyer, chief scientific...
12/10/2020
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04/03/2020
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03/19/2020
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Behind the Bill

Behind the Bill
SCOTUS Takes on the Nondelegation Doctrine: Surprising Reactions and What They Mean for Agency Power
04/02/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
The Supreme Court recently heard arguments in Federal Communication Commission (FCC) v Consumers’ Research, a case that I covered in February and one that could dramatically reshape federal agency authority through the nondelegation...
The Supreme Court recently heard arguments in Federal Communication Commission (FCC) v Consumers’ Research, a case that I covered in February and one that could dramatically reshape federal agency authority through the nondelegation...
The Supreme Court recently heard...
04/02/2025
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Behind the Bill
Dr Oz’s Prescription for Making Medicaid “Viable at Every Level”
03/26/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the Senate Finance Committee voted to advance Dr Mehmet Oz in his confirmation as the next head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).1 The full Senate vote is expected “soon” (whatever that...
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the Senate Finance Committee voted to advance Dr Mehmet Oz in his confirmation as the next head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).1 The full Senate vote is expected “soon” (whatever that...
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the...
03/26/2025
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Behind the Bill
The $880 Billion Question Continues: Dr Oz's Confirmation and the Future of Medicaid
03/19/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
Last week, I explored the $880 billion question facing Congress—whether lawmakers could achieve their budget goals without cutting Medicaid. This week, that question took center stage as Dr Mehmet Oz, President Trump's nominee to lead the...
Last week, I explored the $880 billion question facing Congress—whether lawmakers could achieve their budget goals without cutting Medicaid. This week, that question took center stage as Dr Mehmet Oz, President Trump's nominee to lead the...
Last week, I explored the $880...
03/19/2025
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Behind the Bill
The $880 Billion Question: Can Congress Cut Spending Without Touching Medicaid?
03/12/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
I’d like to step away from administrative law for a moment to provide a quick update on Medicaid. With news coming from all sides, what does the future of Medicaid actually look like? The House of Representatives narrowly passed a budget...
I’d like to step away from administrative law for a moment to provide a quick update on Medicaid. With news coming from all sides, what does the future of Medicaid actually look like? The House of Representatives narrowly passed a budget...
I’d like to step away from...
03/12/2025
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Behind the Bill
RFK Jr’s Public Comment Ban: The Silent Shift in Health Care Rulemaking
03/05/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
The erosion of administrative law continues, and with it, the dismantling of decades-long precedent. In June, the Supreme Court overturned a 40-year-old doctrine that allowed federal agencies to interpret their own ambiguous statutes. Later...
The erosion of administrative law continues, and with it, the dismantling of decades-long precedent. In June, the Supreme Court overturned a 40-year-old doctrine that allowed federal agencies to interpret their own ambiguous statutes. Later...
The erosion of administrative...
03/05/2025
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Behind the Bill
Prevention Over Pills? The First 2 Weeks of Health Care’s New Direction
02/26/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
The dust has barely settled from Robert F Kennedy Jr’s confirmation as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), but the changes are already coming fast and furious—a key theme of the Trump Administration’s actions within the last several...
The dust has barely settled from Robert F Kennedy Jr’s confirmation as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), but the changes are already coming fast and furious—a key theme of the Trump Administration’s actions within the last several...
The dust has barely settled from...
02/26/2025
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Behind the Bill
The Nondelegation Doctrine: The Next Constitutional Showdown (Part 2)
02/19/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
Last week, I explored the potential revival of the nondelegation doctrine through Federal Communication Commission v Consumers’ Research. Today, I want to examine what this could mean for health care regulation by considering the parallels...
Last week, I explored the potential revival of the nondelegation doctrine through Federal Communication Commission v Consumers’ Research. Today, I want to examine what this could mean for health care regulation by considering the parallels...
Last week, I explored the...
02/19/2025
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Behind the Bill
The Nondelegation Doctrine: The Next Constitutional Showdown (Part 1)
02/12/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
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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Behind the Bill
No, President Trump Did Not Actually Sign an Executive Order That Would Increase Drug Costs for Beneficiaries
02/05/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
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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Behind the Bill
Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s Confirmation and the Unexpected Turn in the Drug Pricing Debate
01/29/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
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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Improving Health Outcomes Through Early COPD and Asthma Intervention
10/04/2024
Hannah Musick
Research published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that early diagnosis and treatment of undiagnosed COPD or asthma can reduce health care utilization for respiratory illness and improve overall health outcomes.
Research published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that early diagnosis and treatment of undiagnosed COPD or asthma can reduce health care utilization for respiratory illness and improve overall health outcomes.
Research published in the New...
10/04/2024
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Advances in Factor IX Therapy Offer New Hope for Hemophilia B Treatment
10/23/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
New factor IX therapies promise improved treatment for hemophilia B.
New factor IX therapies promise improved treatment for hemophilia B.
New factor IX therapies promise...
10/23/2024
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JAK Inhibitor Improves Symptoms in Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis and Axial Involvement
04/21/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
In two phase 3 studies comparing upadacitinib to placebo and adalimumab, upadacitinib improved symptoms in patients with psoriatic arthritis and axial involvement.
In two phase 3 studies comparing upadacitinib to placebo and adalimumab, upadacitinib improved symptoms in patients with psoriatic arthritis and axial involvement.
In two phase 3 studies comparing...
04/21/2023
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Risk of Psychiatric Comorbidity Higher in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis
05/19/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Findings from a population-based, cross-sectional study suggest that patients with ankylosing spondylitis are at a higher risk of developing psychiatric disorders.
Findings from a population-based, cross-sectional study suggest that patients with ankylosing spondylitis are at a higher risk of developing psychiatric disorders.
Findings from a...
05/19/2023
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Significant Number of Solid Tumor Drug Approvals Added Complexity to Existing Regimens
06/08/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
A significant portion of drug approvals for nonhematologic solid cancers in the last 12 years were for indications which added to existing regimens, which could increase costs and exposure to side effects, researchers said.
A significant portion of drug approvals for nonhematologic solid cancers in the last 12 years were for indications which added to existing regimens, which could increase costs and exposure to side effects, researchers said.
A significant portion of drug...
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