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Medicare Advantage Members Experience More Adherence-Related Problems

07/31/2017

Medicare Advantage prescription drug plan members experience more medication-related problems, such as problems with adherence, when compared to other prescription drug plan members, according to a poster presented at ASHP’s 2017 Summer...

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07/31/2017

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Formularies Should Reflect How Copays Impact Diabetes Drug Adherence

07/31/2017

A study presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions found that the impact diabetes drug copays have on patients vary widely between generic and branded products.

A study presented at the...

07/31/2017

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ACA Improved Quality of Life for Diabetes Patients

07/31/2017

After implementation of the Affordable Care Act, health related quality of life was higher among adult patients with type 2 diabetes, according to a presentation at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions.

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07/31/2017

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Professional Continuous Glucose Monitoring Could Cut Costs for IDNs

07/31/2017

According to recent research presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions, adopting a professional continuous glucose monitoring could significantly improve diabetes management and cut per-patients costs for...

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07/31/2017

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SMBG Fails to Improve Type 2 Diabetes Management

07/31/2017

Recent research presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions showed that patients with type 2 diabetes who self-monitored blood glucose levels failed to improve glycemic control.

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07/31/2017

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Oral, Subcutaneous Insulin Demonstrate Similar Efficacy

07/31/2017

A presentation at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions showed that oral insulin achieved similar HbA1c and fasting plasma glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes compared with subcutaneous insulin injections.

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07/31/2017

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Single-Shot Xultophy Outperforms Basal-Bolus Insulin Regimen for Type 2 Diabetes

07/31/2017

New clinical trial data presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions showed that a once-daily shot of Xultophy100/3.6 (insulin degludec and liraglutide injection; Novo Nordisk) was more effective and less costly...

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07/31/2017

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Studies Confirm Biologic DMARDs Do Not Increase Cancer Risk

07/31/2017

Two studies presented at the 2017 EULAR Congress confirmed that biologic disease- modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs), including anti-TNF treatments, do not increase the risk of cancer in patients with RA.

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07/31/2017

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New Osteoporosis Drug Developments Offer Solutions for Postmenopausal Women

07/31/2017

A number of studies presented at the 2017 EULAR Congress highlighted recent advancements in existing drug classes and new drug classes for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.

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07/31/2017

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Cardiovascular Risks in RA Patients Declined Over Past 15 Years

07/31/2017

A recent study presented at the 2017 EULAR Congress found that the risk for cardiovascular events has decreased among patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) since the year 2000.

A recent study presented at the...

07/31/2017

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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.

Experts worry that switching...

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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