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Statins May Reduce the Risk of Hepatocellar Carcinoma

11/20/2019

Statin use is associated with a 43% lower risk of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), according to new study results presented at the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) 2019 Annual Scientific Meeting and Postgraduate Course.

Statin use is associated with a...

11/20/2019

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ENIGMA Study: Novel Antibody Appears Safe, Effective for Eosinophilic GI Disorders

11/20/2019

AK002—an anti-SIGLEC8 antibody—may be a safe and effective treatment option in eosinophilic gastritis (EG) and eosinophilic gastroenteritis (EGE), according to results of ENIGMA, a phase 2 clinical trial.

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11/20/2019

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Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder May Be Underdiagnosed

11/20/2019

Gastroenterology patients with avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) are less likely to be taking psychotropic medications, have less-severe body image concerns, and are frustrated with being unable to eat what they want compared...

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11/20/2019

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Budesonide Oral Suspension May Be Effective for Eosinophilic Esophagitis

11/20/2019

Budesonide oral suspension (BOS) appears to be a safe and effective induction therapy for eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) among adolescents and adults, according to results of a phase 3 clinical trial that were presented at the ACG 2019 Annual...

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11/20/2019

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Artificial Intelligence May Reduce Radiation Exposure in Fluoroscopy-Guided Endoscopy

11/20/2019

Using a fluoroscopy system enabled with artificial intelligence (AI) during image-guided endoscopy can significantly reduce patients’ exposure to radiation and diminish the scatter effect to endoscopy personnel, according to late-breaking...

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11/20/2019

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Revolutionizing Population Health Approaches, Coordination in Health Care Setting

11/20/2019

Nancy Myers, PhD, vice president at the American Hospital Association Center for Health Innovation, and James Dom Dera, MD, FAAFP, population health medical director at NewHealth Collaborative/Summa Health, discussed care coordination in the...

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11/20/2019

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Using Patient Behavior to Improve Outcomes, Care

11/20/2019

In a session at Health Care Quality Congress 2019, David Asch, MD, MBA, of The Perelman School & Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, discussed how patterns of behavior can be used to improve outcomes and health care quality.

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11/20/2019

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Value Assessment Framework Effects on Payer Coverage Decisions

11/20/2019

In a poster presentation at AMCP Nexus 2019, researchers presented findings from two surveys examining how value assessment frameworks (VAFs) are impacting payer coverage decisions in the United States.

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11/20/2019

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Drug Pricing Still Rapidly Increasing, Despite Discounts

11/20/2019

According to data on drug pricing presented in a poster session at AMCP Nexus 2019, despite discounts and rebates, list and net prices are still increasing rapidly. Using data from the investment firm, SSR Health, researchers from the...

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11/20/2019

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Latanoprostene Bunod Proves Cost-Effective for Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma

11/20/2019

When compared to prostaglandin analogs (PGA), latanoprostene bunod appears to be cost-saving in the treatment of primary open-angle glaucoma, according to data presented at AMCP Nexus 2019.

When compared to prostaglandin...

11/20/2019

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Star Ratings: The Moving Target

01/07/2015

Recently announced changes to the Star ratings program continue to present Star Ratings as a moving target for Medicare Advantage organizations.

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01/07/2015

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New Payment Model Could Help States With Hepatitis C Burden

05/14/2018

According to a commentary in the Annals of Internal Medicine, a new contracting strategy that encourages competition among Hepatitis C drugmakers could help Medicaid programs afford costly treatments for the disease.

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05/14/2018

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As Law Takes Effect, Obama Gives Insurers a Warning

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Time for the Pharmaceutical Industry to Make its Side Heard

12/18/2015

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Time for the Pharmaceutical Industry to Make its Side Heard Experts defend the worth of the pharmaceutical industry, arguing drug cost is not the greatest challenge to health care spending.

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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...

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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.

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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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