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Consolidated Provider Networks, Hospital Systems Reduce Payer Costs

09/25/2017

A recent study in Health Affairs found that provider networks and hospital systems that concentrated providers resulted in payers having more power to negotiate lower health service costs.

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09/25/2017

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Managing Adult Patients With Atopic Dermatitis

08/30/2017

During a session at the 2017 American Academy of Dermatology Annual Summer Meeting, Jonathan I Silverberg, MD, PhD, MPH, discussed how atopic dermatitis impacts adult patients and the latest treatment options for effective eczema management.

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08/30/2017

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Report: Skin Disease Accounts for $75 Billion Annually

08/30/2017

According to a report presented at the 2017 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Summer Meeting, the annual burden of skin disease was $75 billion in 2013, with an average per patient cost of $887.

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08/30/2017

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Cellular Therapy May Effectively Treats Skin Diseases

08/30/2017

An emerging cancer treatment, known as adoptive cellular therapy, shows promise for treating skin diseases like the autoimmune disease pemphigus vulgaris, according to recent research presented at the 2017 American Academy of Dermatology...

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08/30/2017

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AMA Offers Solutions for VA Access Issues

08/30/2017

During a panel discussion at the 2017 American Medical Association (AMA) Annual Meeting, panelists discussed solutions and reiterated the AMA’s commitment to improving quality of care and access to care for veterans.

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08/30/2017

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Policy Supports Easing Burden of Out-Of-Network Care

08/30/2017

During the 2017 American Medical Association (AMA) Annual Meeting, a panel discussed the need for policies to support patients with serious conditions who switch health plans while receiving care for serious conditions, chronic conditions, or...

During the 2017 American Medical...

08/30/2017

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Convenience of Retail Clinics Should Not Fragment Care

08/30/2017

Recommendations for retail health clinics were discussed at the 2017 American Medical Association (AMA) Annual Meeting, including the need for clinics to establish continuity of care and support patients in finding primary care providers.

Recommendations for retail...

08/30/2017

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Neurologist Shortage Throughout the United States

08/30/2017

According to data presented at the AAIC 2017, a severe shortage of neurologists is currently affecting several regions throughout the United States and could cause significant issues as Alzheimers disease and other dementia-related disease...

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08/30/2017

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One-Third of Dementia May Be Preventable

08/30/2017

A significant proportion of dementia cases could be prevented by addressing lifestyle factors that increase risk, according to a recent report presented at the AAIC 2017.

A significant proportion of...

08/30/2017

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Underutilization of PET Scans Increases Alzheimers Care Costs

08/30/2017

Two studies presented at AAIC 2017 showed that utilization of amyloid-beta PET scans allows for more accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, avoiding wasted costs associated with misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis.

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08/30/2017

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Statin Therapy Recipients Increase Under ACC/AHA Guidelines

04/22/2014

Melissa D. Cooper ;

A recent study showed statin therapy decreased relative cardiovascular risk by 25% [Database Syst Rev. 2013;1:CD004816]. In 2013, the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) made recommendations for...

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04/22/2014

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CMS to Push Meaningful Use EHR Incentive Program to End of November

10/07/2014

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has delayed the deadline for submitting meaningful use hardship exceptions for the electronic health records (EHRs) incentive program to November 30. The deadline was previously slated for...

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10/07/2014

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2018 ACA Rates Likely to Vary Widely Across States

08/11/2017

Early rates for plans sold on the 2018 ACA individual market indicate that plan premiums will vary widely across the United States.

Early rates for plans sold on...

08/11/2017

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Using Clinical Natural Language Processing Solutions to Solve Payer Challenges, Improve Outcomes

05/18/2021

Frank Jackson, vice president and general manager of health language, Wolters Kluwer, emphasizes the importance of using the correct health language to improve processes for physicians and patients, as well as explains how to solve challenges...

Frank Jackson, vice president...

05/18/2021

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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.

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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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