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New Guideline for Managing Chest Pain in the ED Could Cut Overutilization Costs

02/15/2017

Up to one-third of patients with chest pain could be safely taken off emergency department heart monitors.

Up to one-third of patients with...

02/15/2017

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Some Physicians Charge Up to 6 Times What Medicare Pays

02/15/2017

Physicians, on average, charge roughly 2.5 times the amount Medicare actually pays, with some specialists—anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, and radiologists among them—charging up to 6 times what Medicare pays for the same service.

Physicians, on average, charge...

02/15/2017

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Less Inclusive Lung Cancer Screening Cost-Effective

02/15/2017

Computed tomography (CT) lung cancer screening for current or former smokers is currently suggested in the US and is being considered in other countries as well.

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02/15/2017

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Providers Failing to Recommend Genetic Testing to Breast Cancer Patients

02/15/2017

Physicians often fail to recommend genetic testing and genetic counseling for patients with breast cancer at high risk for mutations associated with ovarian and other cancers, according to new research published in JAMA.

Physicians often fail to...

02/15/2017

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Oncologists Flock to CMS Bundled Payment Model

02/15/2017

A voluntary oncology bundled payment program from CMS has generated heavy interest among oncology providers.

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02/15/2017

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$48 Billion Anthem-Cigna Merger Blocked in Federal Court

02/15/2017

A federal judge recently ruled against US health insurer Anthem Inc’s proposed $54 billion merger with Cigna Corp, citing the merger’s potential to negatively impact competition on the insurance market.

A federal judge recently ruled...

02/15/2017

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Breakthroughs in Cholesterol Treatment

02/15/2017

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos ;

Recent developments, including new non-statin therapies and PCSK9 inhibitors, are changing the way providers approach cholesterol reduction.

Recent developments, including...

02/15/2017

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Improving Behavioral Health Through ACOs and Integrated Care

01/23/2017

David Costill ;

According to Neil B Minkoff, MD, the cost burden of behavioral health issues in the US ranges from $200 to $500 billion a year.

According to Neil B Minkoff, MD,...

01/23/2017

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01/23/2017

The investigational biosimilar PF-06410293 demonstrates equivalent efficacy to the biologic Humira in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

The investigational biosimilar...

01/23/2017

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Faslodex Comparable to Arimidex in Phase 3 Trials

01/23/2017

In a study, postmenopausal women diagnosed with locally-advanced or metastatic breast cancer showed an improvement with Faslodex.

In a study, postmenopausal women...

01/23/2017

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Projections of Hepatitis C and Advanced Liver Disease

10/22/2012

San Diego—Between 2008 and 2015, the number of patients with advanced liver disease is expected to increase from 195,000 to 601,000, with people born from 1945 to 1964 representing >75% of the cases, according to a study of adjudicated...

San Diego—Between 2008 and 2015,...

10/22/2012

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CMS to Investigate Improper Steering of Medicare, Medicaid Patients to ACA Plans

08/19/2016

The CMS told provider and provider-affliated organizations to stop steering Medicare eligible patients into insurance plans on the ACA Marketplace.

The CMS told provider and...

08/19/2016

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Categorizing Disease Activity in Ankylosing Spondylitis: SASDAS vs ASDAS

09/09/2022

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Researchers compared the Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Score to a simplified version of the tool to categorize patients’ disease.

Researchers compared the...

09/09/2022

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Platelet Inhibition to Bridge Patients for CABG

03/16/2012

Mary Mihalovic ;

The use of cangrelor, an intravenous antagonist of the P2Y12 receptor, to bridge patients after they discontinue antiplatelet therapy in preparation for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, was shown to effectively provide platelet...

The use of cangrelor, an...

03/16/2012

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The Basic Health Program Option under Federal Health Reform: Issues for Consumers and States

04/08/2011

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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).

Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD,...

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...

Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...

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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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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