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CVS Health Announces Innovative Oncology Medicine Strategy for Payers

01/27/2020

Transform Oncology Care is an inaugural precision medicine strategy announced by CVS Health recently, aimed at improving costs for payers and patients alike.

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01/27/2020

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Hotspotting Trial Shows Minimal Effect on Readmission Rates

01/27/2020

The highly-anticipated superutilizer intervention program from the Camden Coalition of Healthcare did not significantly reduce readmission rates for randomly selected patients compared with those who received regular care, according to a...

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01/27/2020

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Hospital Merger Effect on Care Quality and Costs

01/27/2020

In the last 20 years, the health care industry has seen a substantial increase in hospital mergers and acquisitions, which many studies show have increased costs for commercially insured patients but data is lacking on the impact on care...

In the last 20 years, the health...

01/27/2020

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Cigna Reports Cost Savings Associated With Fusing Medical, Drug, and Behavioral Benefits

01/27/2020

An annual analysis conducted by Cigna shows meaningful savings and improved engagement for enrollees with combined medical, pharmacy, and behavioral benefits.

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01/27/2020

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Novartis, Allergan, Merck Among Drug Price Hikes in 2020

01/27/2020

Despite heavy scrutiny surrounding high drug prices, 2020 brings a wave of increased pricing by pharmaceutical manufacturers; Novartis, Allergan, and Merck are among the companies adding to the growing list of more expensive products.

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01/27/2020

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Administrative Costs Account for Over One-Third of US Health Care Spend

01/27/2020

According to a study published in Annals of Internal Medicine, the United States health care systems spent $812 billion in administrative costs in 2017, amounting to $2497 per person, more than 4 times the $551 per person in Canada.

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01/27/2020

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Novo Nordisk’s New Insulin Program Includes Free, One-Off Supply

01/27/2020

The latest solutions to more affordable treatment for people with diabetes come as three new Novo Nordisk initiatives: the My$99Insulin program, follow-on brands (FOB) of insulins, and an immediate supply option for those in need.

The latest solutions to more...

01/27/2020

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Free Medication Increases Adherence for Patients Struggling to Afford Treatment

01/27/2020

Many programs have recently been introduced that provide essential medicines for free to patients who would otherwise be unable to afford them.

Many programs have recently been...

01/27/2020

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Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography Can Aid Earlier Diagnosis of Psoriatic Arthritis

12/19/2019

While the correlation between musculoskeletal symptoms, patient-reported outcomes, and ultrasonography findings is poor in patients with psoriasis with suspected psoriatic arthritis (PsA), musculoskeletal ultrasonography (MSK-US) provides...

While the correlation between...

12/19/2019

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Can Alcohol Consumption Predict Progression of Spinal Damage in AxSpA?

12/19/2019

Alcohol consumption can predict progression of spinal structural damage in axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), according to findings from a new study presented at the 2019 American College of Rheumatology (ACR)/Association of Rheumatology...

Alcohol consumption can predict...

12/19/2019

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HHS Announces Start Date for 340B Ceiling Price Rule

11/02/2018

Following five delays, HHS has announced it will cancel its plan to postpone imposing new ceiling prices for the 340B drug discount program and it will launch early next year.

Following five delays, HHS has...

11/02/2018

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Move to Restrict Pain Killers Puts Onus on Doctors

07/29/2010

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Eliquis More Cost-Effective Than Warfarin Among Elderly With NVAFf

12/19/2016

According to a study, use of Eliquis was associated with lower costs and use of health care resources among elderly patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.

According to a study, use of...

12/19/2016

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10/13/2011

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Prison Health Provider Agrees to Changes in California

02/10/2015

One of the largest US for-profit prison healthcare providers has agreed to change how it staffs California jails.

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02/10/2015

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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).

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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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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.

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