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CMS Proposes Medicare Advantage and Part D Changes to Maximize Competition and Coverage

02/22/2019

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published its “2020 Medicare Advantage and Part D Advance Notice Part II and Draft Call Letter” outlining proposed changes to “modernize and maximize competition,” and address the nation’s...

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02/22/2019

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Removing Blood Via Minimally Invasive Surgery Improves Recovery

02/22/2019

According to a study presented at the AHA/ASA International Stroke Conference 2019, “The greater the volume of blood removed from the brain via minimally invasive surgery after a hemorrhagic stroke the greater the odds of better functional...

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02/22/2019

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Telerehabilitation Proves Effective at Restoring Arm Function After Stroke

02/22/2019

In-home telerehabilitation was proven to be just as effective as clinic-based therapy at restoring arm function after a stroke according to late-breaking science presented at the AHA/ASA International Stroke Conference 2019 in Honolulu, HI.

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02/22/2019

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Intravenous Insulin Did Not Improve Stroke Outcomes

02/22/2019

A study presented at the AHA/ASA International Stroke Conference 2019 explained that intravenous (IV) insulin did not improve stroke outcomes in comparison to the standard blood sugar control using shots.

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02/22/2019

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Integrating COMPASS Model into Routine Post-Acute Stroke After Care

02/22/2019

Researchers presented successful results on “Integrating the COMprehensive Post-Acute Stroke Services (COMPASS) Model into Routine Care” at the AHA/ASA International Stroke Conference 2019 in Honolulu, HI, this month.

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02/22/2019

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Hospitals Improve Acute Ischemic Stroke Outcomes by Implementing New Guidelines

02/22/2019

According to a study presented at the AHA/ASA International Stroke Conference 2019, hospitals utilizing the Target: Stroke Phase II strategies were able to decrease door-to-needle (DTN) time from 66 minutes to 51 minutes.

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02/22/2019

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Weighing Costs and Side Effects in Psoriasis Management

01/28/2019

Edan Stanley ;

Patients with psoriasis have an increased risk for metabolic syndrome, including obesity, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia, with an increased overall mortality risk in patients with severe psoriasis.

Patients with psoriasis have an...

01/28/2019

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VA Hospitals Have Gained Trust of More Veterans, Survey Says

01/28/2019

According to the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), the results of a recent customer experience survey shows an average 2.4% increase in veteran trust of VA hospitals during fiscal year 2018.

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01/28/2019

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Care Within VHA Hospitals Outperforms Non-VHA Hospitals

01/28/2019

According to a recent study, Veteran Health Administration (VHA) hospitals provided the best care in most hospital referral regions and rarely provided the worst care.

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01/28/2019

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Liraglutide Proves Cost-Effective for Patients with Diabetes, CVD Risk

01/28/2019

Compared with standard of care alone, added liraglutide resulted in an additional 0.67 life-years in patients with type 2 diabetes at elevated cardiovascular risk with little to no budget impact, according to a study published online in...

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01/28/2019

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Marketplace Consumers Likely to Find Substantial Premium Hikes This Time Around

11/20/2015

A recent report found that 231 policies were requesting double-digit hikes in premium prices. Of them, 26 policies were requesting a minimum premium hike of ≥40%.

A recent report found that 231...

11/20/2015

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Dairy, Gluten Show No Major Effect on MS Activity and Quality of Life

02/15/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Dairy and gluten intake had no substantial effects on disease activity and quality of life in a retrospective study of 186 patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers published their findings online in Multiple Sclerosis Journal –...

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02/15/2024

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No Winner for President Yet, Health Care Hangs in the Balance

11/04/2020

With the presidential election still undecided, it is also up in the air whether the federal government will play a stronger role in financing and setting the ground rules for health care coverage or cede more authority to states and the...

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New regulation seeks to reward hospitals for quality of care

01/10/2011

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Payer Decisions: Patient-Reported Outcomes, Clinical Outcome Assessments Seldom Used

05/17/2019

Within the health care decision-making process, the impact of patient-reported outcomes (PRO) and clinical outcome assessments (COAs) on payers is often low, despite efforts to include the patient voice, according to recent survey results...

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05/17/2019

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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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