Considering Patient Needs to Ensure Effective Treatments and Reduce Payer Costs

Julie Gould

06/01/2021

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Joanne Mortimer, MD, director of women’s cancer programs at City of Hope, discusses the unique challenges of treating breast cancer, the importance of patient-centered treatment, and what payers can do to better accommodate patient needs while reducing costs.

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Palbociclib Combined with Letrozole Doubles PFS in Advanced Breast Cancer

11/21/2016

Recent data suggests that Ibrance (palbociclib; Pfizer) combined with letrozole nearly doubles progression-free survival in women with advanced estrogen-receptor (ER)-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, compared with letrozole alone.

Recent data suggests that...

11/21/2016

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Can Cost-Plus Pricing Lower the Cost of Generic Drugs for Patients?

04/18/2022

Jeff Craven ;

With the ever-rising costs of medications, new business models and patient care initiatives are becoming increasingly common methods to disrupt the industry to instill lasting change. But how do these recent ventures, like Mark Cuban’s new...

With the ever-rising costs of...

04/18/2022

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Potential Issues Associated with Polypharmacy

10/22/2012

Tim Casey ;

Phoenix—For decades, clinicians prescribed an opioid or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) to treat patients with chronic pain. Currently, they are much more likely to utilize a polypharmacy approach, using multiple drugs to achieve...

Phoenix—For decades, clinicians...

10/22/2012

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FDA panel OKs Novartis` pancreatic tumor drug

05/09/2011

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Senators appointed to commission that will monitor Va. Medicaid reforms

04/12/2013

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Bridging the Gaps in Prior Authorization: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration for Better Patient Care

11/13/2024

David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...

David Sand, MD, MBA, chief...

11/13/2024

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The Evolving Role of CGRP-targeting Therapies in Migraine Prevention

10/31/2024

Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.

Richard Lipton, MD, provides...

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).

Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD,...

09/26/2024

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Treatment Options for NSCLC: A Discussion on Coverage, Clinical Outcomes, and Payer Perspectives

09/25/2024

Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.

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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).

Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights...

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.

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.

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