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10/25/2017

Biosimilars occupy a huge place in the oncology treatment conversation these days. But what are they exactly, and how will they impact clinical pathways?

Biosimilars occupy a huge place...

10/25/2017

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FDA Commissioner: Agency Focused on Reducing Inefficiencies and Costs of New Drug Development

10/25/2017

During the keynote speech at the RAPS 2017 Regulatory Convergence, Scott Gottlieb, MD, commissioner of the FDA, explained that the agency is focused on making drug development more efficient and cheaper in order to expedite approvals and...

During the keynote speech at the...

10/25/2017

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Diabetes Research Finds Hypoglycemia Increases Death Risk Four-Fold

10/25/2017

Researcher presented at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes 2017 (EASD) in Lisbon, Portugal, highlighted the significant risk of death caused by hypoglycemia among patients with diabetes.

Researcher presented at the...

10/25/2017

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10/25/2017

In order for biosimilars to relieve the impact of high cost specialty pharmacy drugs, more uptake and education is need for patients, providers, and payers, according to a presentation at the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Annual...

In order for biosimilars to...

10/25/2017

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Pharmacist Consultation Improved HIV Outcomes, Adherence

10/25/2017

A new medication therapy management and pharmacy consultation service, the Ubuntu Pharmacist Care Program, helped to improve the continuum of care for patients with HIV, according to a presentation at the National Association of Specialty...

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10/25/2017

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Cost Management Crucial for Hemophilia Specialty Pharmacy

10/25/2017

According to recent research presented at the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Annual Meeting & Expo 2017, engagement with stakeholders in quality improvement and cost management initiatives for hemophilia specialty medications are...

According to recent research...

10/25/2017

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Payers Must Adopt New Agents, Pathways in Order to Improve Oncology Care

10/25/2017

The emergence of new treatment options requires payers to expeditiously evaluate and adopt newer agents and pathways as they become available, according to research presented at the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Annual Meeting &...

The emergence of new treatment...

10/25/2017

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Trends in Cholesterol Management Show Payers Prefer Cheaper Generics

10/25/2017

According to a presentation by Richard Brook and colleagues, payers are likely to favor less expensive, generically available agents until real-world data provides justification for use of PCSK9 inhibitors.

According to a presentation by...

10/25/2017

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Preview of PCMH Congress 2017

10/25/2017

The 2017 PCMH Congress, the NCQA’s annual meeting (November 3 – 5 at the Hyatt Regency in Orlando, Florida), is a chance for health care providers and decision makers to come together in order to gain a better understanding of the advances in...

The 2017 PCMH Congress, the...

10/25/2017

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News Connection

Tom Price Resigns as HHS Secretary After Private Jet Scandal

10/25/2017

HHS Secretary Tom Price, MD, has resigned following the controversy surrounding his use of private planes for government-related travel at a high cost to taxpayers.

HHS Secretary Tom Price, MD, has...

10/25/2017

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ASCO: Link Between Obesity and Cancer

10/02/2014

The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) issued a position statement on the link between obesity and cancer [J Clin Oncol. 2014; DOI:10.1200/JCO.2014.58.4680]. Obesity is “quickly overtaking tobacco as the leading preventable cause of...

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10/02/2014

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Court Allows Democratic States to Defend Obamacare Payments

08/02/2017

A court recently granted 16 States the power to fight for the ACA’s cost-sharing reductions to insurers if Trump fails to renew them.

A court recently granted 16...

08/02/2017

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Podcasts

The Critical Need for Continued Research in Breast Cancer

05/06/2021

Alison Conlin, MD, MPH, medical oncologist, Providence Cancer Institute, stresses the importance of research in breast cancer care and says the stressors and outcomes of the pandemic share similarity to those of a cancer-related outcomes.

Alison Conlin, MD, MPH, medical...

05/06/2021

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Medicare Managed Care Programs for Nursing Home Residents with Dementia

02/19/2014

A recent study combined data from a prospective cohort study with Medicare claims files to compare patterns of care and quality outcomes between nursing home residents with advanced dementia covered by managed care and individuals covered by...

A recent study combined data...

02/19/2014

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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).

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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).

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.

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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,...

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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