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Using Neupogen, Granix, or Zarxio Reduced Chemotherapy Costs Compared to Neulasta

01/29/2018

According to a poster presentation at the ASH 2017 Annual Meeting & Exposition, Neupogen, Granix, and Zarxio were substantially less expensive for preventing neutropenia than Neulesta for an average chemotherapy treatment cycle among patients...

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01/29/2018

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Guideline Recommended Testing For Early Myeloma Improves Outcomes, Reduces Costs

01/29/2018

Researchers at the ASH 2017 Annual Meeting and Exposition found that performing National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guideline recommended to detect early signs of myeloma reduces hospital costs.

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01/29/2018

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Pharmacist, Provider Team Efficient & Cost-Effective for Outpatient Cancer Therapy

01/29/2018

A study presents at the ASH 2017 Annual Meeting and Exposition highlighted the benefits of a pharmacist-physician professional team in delivering outpatient cancer care.

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01/29/2018

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Xarelto Reduces Clinical Event Costs Compared to Aspirin

01/29/2018

A study at the ASH 2017 Annual Meeting & Exposition measured the cost-effectiveness of Xarelto compared to the cost-effectiveness of aspirin only.

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01/29/2018

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Cost of Stem Cell Transplant for Multiple Myeloma Decreasing

01/29/2018

Research presented at the ASH 2017 Annual Meeting & Exposition highlighted how costs for autologous stem cell transplantation have decreased over the past decade.

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01/29/2018

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01/29/2018

Research at the ASH 2017 Annual Meeting & Exposition found that switching lymphoma patients to a biosimilar could free up budget money in order to cover the cost of expensive cancer therapies.

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01/29/2018

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Health Systems May Not Be Following COPD 2017 Guidelines

01/29/2018

A poster presentation at the ASHP 2017 Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exposition found that health systems are not completely following the 2017 Global Initiative for Chronic Lung Disease (GOLD) guidelines for chronic obstructive pulmonary...

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01/29/2018

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Guidelines Aid in Management of Heart Failure, Associated Complications

01/29/2018

Guideline-based management approaches can improve quality of care and outcomes for patients with heart failure and arrhythmic complications, according to a presentation given at the ASHP 2017 Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exposition.

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01/29/2018

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Pharmacy-Based Disease Management Program Reduced COPD Symptoms

01/29/2018

A poster presented at the ASHP 2017 Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exposition found that a pharmaceutical care based disease management program improved outcomes for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients.

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01/29/2018

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Evidence-Based Practices Improve Value-Based Care Across Hospitals

01/29/2018

The implementation of evidence-based treatment strategies has improved cost-savings and supported value-based care models across three distinct oncology practices within Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, according to data presented at the ASHP...

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01/29/2018

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Universal Health Plan May Not Increase Hospital Care

07/24/2019

Although medicare-for-all and other universal health plan concepts are often scrutinized, a recent study found that one concern—that such a plan would cause a surge in patients seeking hospital care—might not be accurate.

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07/24/2019

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Punishing Dems who voted `no` on health care

09/14/2010

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Switching From Reference Biologic to Biosimilar Maintains High Utilization

12/21/2017

Experts worry that switching biosimilars may have unintended adherence consequences.

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12/21/2017

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Avastin can stabilize tumors in ovarian cancer, studies find

01/29/2012

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Number of ER Visits Contradict Affordable Care Act Prediction

05/07/2015

ER volume may be increasing, despite predictions of traffic reduction following the Affordable Care Act.

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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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