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New Relapse Prediction Tool Could Cut RA Costs

07/31/2017

A study presented at the 2017 EULAR Congress showed that using two measurements can accurately predict relapse risk among RA, allowing physicians to adjust dosing of disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). This new prediction tool...

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07/31/2017

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Senate Unveils Revised ACA Repeal Bill, the Better Care Reconciliation Act

07/31/2017

After more than a month of tight-lipped deliberations, Senate Republicans finally unveiled their revised version of the American Health Care Act (AHCA)—known as the Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA), which will repeal many aspects of the...

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07/31/2017

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Glaucoma: Current and Developing Pharmacologic Treatments

07/23/2017

Michael Greenwood , MD;

Michael Greenwood, MD, associate medical director of Dakota Sight at Vance Thompson Vision, discusses the wide variety of glaucoma treatments on the market, how to choose the best treatment.

Michael Greenwood, MD, associate...

07/23/2017

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Novel Treatments and Strategies For Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis

07/06/2017

Gary Owens, MD, a managed health care consultant and a First Report Managed Care Editorial Advisory Board member, presented “Improving Patient Outcomes with Novel Treatments and Strategies in the Management of Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis,”...

Gary Owens, MD, a managed health...

07/06/2017

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Improving Management of Patients with Psoriasis to Reduce Costs

07/06/2017

Steven R Feldman, MD, PhD, professor of dermatology at the Psoriasis Treatment Center at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, discussed how to improve treatment adherence and outcomes in patients with psoriasis at the NAMCP 2017 Spring...

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07/06/2017

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Targeted QI Initiative Improves CRC Screening Uptake

07/06/2017

A quality improvement initiative using fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) and colonoscopy was able to improve colorectal cancer (CRC) screening uptake in a managed care setting, according to a poster presented at Digestive Disease Week 2017.

A quality improvement initiative...

07/06/2017

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Switching From Remicade to Biosimilar Inflectra Effective For IBD

07/06/2017

Research presented at Digestive Disease Week 2017 found that switching from Remicade (infliximab; Janssen) to Inflectra (infliximab-dyyb; Pfizer) did not cause inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) symptoms to evolve among a patient cohort in...

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07/06/2017

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Integrated Care Model Improved Outcomes Patients With IBD

07/06/2017

A recent presentation at Digestive Disease Week 2017 showed that integrated models of care improve management and outcomes of inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis.

A recent presentation at...

07/06/2017

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Trulance Reduced Symptom Severity in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome

07/06/2017

Recent research from two phase 3 clinical trials, presented at Digestive Disease Week 2017, showed that Trulance (plecanatide; Synergy) is safe and effective at reducing symptom severity in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with...

Recent research from two phase 3...

07/06/2017

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Costs, Hospital Stay Reduced Through Nonsurgical Weight-Loss Treatment Option

07/06/2017

A study presented at Digestive Disease Week 2017 found that nonsurgical endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty may be an effective option for treating obesity in patients who are not candidates for surgery.

A study presented at Digestive...

07/06/2017

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AMCP Provides Federal and State Update

11/21/2013

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos ;

San Antonio—A range of issues at the federal and state level are affecting managed care pharmacy. Sean Karbowicz, PharmD, director, clinical evaluation and policy at RegenceRx, provided an update on some of the most significant legislative...

San Antonio—A range of issues at...

11/21/2013

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HHS announces $500 million more for patient safety efforts

07/08/2011

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FDA Approves Treatment for Osteoarthritis

08/25/2014

The FDA approved diclofenac capsules (Zorvolex™) for the management of osteoarthritis pain. This is the second indication for diclofenac, which was first approved by the FDA in October 2013 for mild-to-moderate acute pain in adults. The...

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08/25/2014

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Employing Integrated Care to Prevent Gaps Among Patients With Advanced Illness

06/07/2017

Joseph Shega, MD, will discuss how successful integrated care partnerships in palliative care can mitigate risk and improve the value of care among patients with advanced illness.

Joseph Shega, MD, will discuss...

06/07/2017

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Costs, Utilization Linked With Recurrent Clostridioides difficile Infection

06/30/2021

Julie Gould ;

Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, discusses recurrence rates among patients with Clostridioides difficile infection, and breaks down the treatment challenges, high costs, and higher health care utilization this patient population often...

Gil Melmed, MD,...

06/30/2021

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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.

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.

Discover how health care contact...

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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Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

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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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