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Diabetes Medication Synchronization Linked With Higher Adherence, Lower Costs

11/20/2019

Medication synchronization was associated with better medication adherence, fewer hospital admissions, and lower health care costs in a population of patients with diabetes, according to a poster presented at AMCP Nexus 2019.

Medication synchronization was...

11/20/2019

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Navigating Specialty Drugs and Potential Budgetary Impacts

11/20/2019

In a session at AMCP Nexus 2019 entitled, “Fast and Furious: What is Driving the Specialty Spend?” Jann Rigell, RPh, MBA principal, enterprise specialty programs, MedImpact Direct, and Susan Trieu, PharmD, director, enterprise specialty...

In a session at AMCP Nexus 2019...

11/20/2019

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Revolutionizing Health Care Delivery, Addressing Social Determinants

11/20/2019

Edan Stanley ;

Caraline Coats, vice president of population health strategy, and Andrew Renda, MD, associate vice president of population health, both from Humana, recently spoke with First Report Managed Care about their company’s Bold Goal initiative, the...

Caraline Coats, vice president...

11/20/2019

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Veterans Health Today

Over 200,000 Veterans Received Naloxone Through VA Distribution Program

11/20/2019

According to data from the Department of Veteran Affairs’ (VA) Opioid Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution (OEND) program, more than 200,000 veterans were issued naloxone from May 2014 to September 2019.

According to data from the...

11/20/2019

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Veterans Health Today

Veterans With Psychiatric Diagnosis at Greater Cardiovascular Disease Risk

11/20/2019

Study findings published online in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes suggest that veterans diagnosed with psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder are at an increased risk for...

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11/20/2019

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Veterans Health Today

Importance of Mitigating Risk of Suicide Among Veterans With Psychiatric Disorders

11/20/2019

Recently, researchers determined why it is important to address opioid use disorders, alcohol use, and depression among a cohort of veterans seeking pain care.

Recently, researchers determined...

11/20/2019

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Centene, Walgreens, RxAdvance Partner to Offer New PBM Model

11/20/2019

In a joint announcement, Centene, Walgreens, and RxAdvance announced that the three companies will be working together to introduce an innovative pharmacy benefit management (PBM) model that will increase access, enhance customer experience,...

In a joint announcement,...

11/20/2019

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CDC: 1888 Cases of Vaping-Related Lung Injury Thus Far

11/20/2019

As of October 29, 2019, 1888 cases of vaping-related lung injury have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 49 states. Illinois has reported the greatest number of cases (150-199), while Alaska is the only state...

As of October 29, 2019, 1888...

11/20/2019

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Waste Accounts for 25% of US Health Care Spending

11/20/2019

Based on data presented in a JAMA study, the United States health care system spends an approximate $760 billion to $935 billion in waste—accounting for 25% of all health care spend.

Based on data presented in a...

11/20/2019

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UnitedHealthcare App Lowers Costs, Provides Access to Virtual Visits for Millions

11/20/2019

According to a recent press release, a new phone application from UnitedHealthcare provides on-demand access to telemedicine services for roughly 27 million plan participants.

According to a recent press...

11/20/2019

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Teva Receives FDA Approval for First Generic Lexapro

03/14/2012

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted the first generic Lexapro (escitalopram tablets) approval to treat adults with depression and generalized anxiety disorder. The drug, manufactured by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, will come...

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03/14/2012

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Poor Depression Care After Heart Attack, Stroke Increases Patient Costs

11/20/2019

Inadequate management of a patient’s depression following heart attack or stroke is linked with notably higher health care costs, according to a study published online in the Journal of Medical Economics.

Inadequate management of a...

11/20/2019

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Over-the-Counter Insulin Available for Patients with Diabetes Who Cannot Afford Prescription

01/07/2016

Although it is uncommon, patients with diabetes can legally purchase specific forms of insulin without a prescription, something many physicians are not even aware of.

Although it is uncommon,...

01/07/2016

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Few Medicare Providers Offer Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Obesity

10/23/2023

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Just 1% of primary care providers who cared for Medicare beneficiaries provided intensive behavioral therapy (IBT) for obesity at any time between 2013 and 2019, according to a study published online in PLOS One.

Just 1% of primary care...

10/23/2023

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Efficacy and Safety of Nilotinib Compared with Imatinib in Patients with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

01/28/2010

Tori Socha ;

New Orleans—During a late breaking abstract session at the ASH conference, Giuseppe Saglio of the University of Turin, San Luigi Hospital, Orbassano, Italy, presented results of the ENESTnd (Evaluating Nilotinib Efficacy and Safety in...

New Orleans—During a late...

01/28/2010

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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...

Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...

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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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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