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ACOs Matter More Than Ever Despite Uneven Growth

06/28/2019

Robin Lloyd, chief commercial officer, Health Fidelity, discusses the latest trends and policy changes impacting ACOs and reflects on new federal policies, highlighting future opportunities in value-based care.

Robin Lloyd, chief commercial...

06/28/2019

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Discussing Upcoming Oral GLP-1 for Treating Type 2 Diabetes

05/30/2019

While specialty drugs and regulatory changes continue to dominate the health care conversation, First Report Managed Care's expert, Russ J Spjut, PharmD, examines the development of oral semaglutides and their future role in treating type 2...

While specialty drugs and...

05/30/2019

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Commentary

Steven Lieberman, MD, Discusses Positive Trends in VA Wait Times

03/20/2019

In a podcast hosted on Veterans Health Today, Steven Lieberman, MD, acting principal deputy under secretary for health at the Veterans Health Administration, explained the history of wait times within the VA and discusses how they have...

In a podcast hosted on Veterans...

03/20/2019

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Commentary

HHS’s New Proposal to Remove Safe Harbor Protection for PBM Rebates Analyzed

03/19/2019

We recently reported on the various federal and state initiatives to combat rising drug prices. Now our panel of experts analyze HHS's new measure to curb PBM rebate regulations in order to offset high prices.

We recently reported on the...

03/19/2019

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Commentary

Dispatches from the Inquisition

03/15/2019

Peter Pitts, former associate commissioner with the FDA and president of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest, reflects on the recent senate committee hearing where CEOs of the seven top pharma companies were questioned about drug...

Peter Pitts, former associate...

03/15/2019

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Commentary

Are Rebates the Reason for Soaring Drug Prices?

02/13/2019

As drug prices continue to be a highly contested topic, First Report Managed Care’s expert Russ J. Spjut, PharmD, offers his own commentary on drug rebates and their contribution to rising costs.

As drug prices continue to be a...

02/13/2019

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Commentary

Providing Health Care Access to Undocumented Immigrants

01/31/2019

While the nation undergoes turbulent times surrounding illegal immigration, New York City and California are offering plans to cover undocumented immigrants. First Report Managed Care reached out to its panel of experts for their take on...

While the nation undergoes...

01/31/2019

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Commentary

Advances in Health Care: New Trade Pact Strengthens Incentives for Drug Companies

01/25/2019

Peter Pitts, former associate commissioner with the FDA and president of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest, discusses recent agreements finalized by the White House, United States, Mexico, and Canada, and he explains why this new...

Peter Pitts, former associate...

01/25/2019

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Commentary

Importance of Identifying Cholesterol Problems Early in Life

01/22/2019

In the second installment of this series, Amit Khera, MD, director of Preventive Cardiology and a Professor of Medicine at UT-Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, discusses lifestyle risk, long-term risk, and genetic cholesterol problems...

In the second installment of...

01/22/2019

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Commentary

Patient Outcomes, Treatment Costs Related to Lipid Management

01/15/2019

Amit Khera, MD, director of Preventive Cardiology and a Professor of Medicine at UT-Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, explains how patient outcomes impact primary and secondary prevention and related treatment costs.

Amit Khera, MD, director of...

01/15/2019

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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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HHS Unveils Comprehensive Healthcare Reforms to Boost Equity and Quality

09/13/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced updates to Medicare payments and policies to improve healthcare accessibility, equity, and quality for millions of Americans, according to a press release by the HHS.

The US Department of Health and...

09/13/2024

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CDC Invests $400 Million to Accelerate HIV Prevention and Surveillance Efforts Nationwide

09/16/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded $400 million in funding to boost HIV prevention and surveillance efforts across the United States, aiming to accelerate progress in reducing new infections and improving health...

The Centers for Disease Control...

09/16/2024

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Identifying Large-Vessel Vasculitis in Polymyalgia Rheumatica: Key Clinical and Laboratory Red Flags

04/05/2024

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Potential red flags for large-vessel vasculitis in isolated polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) include inflammatory back pain, significant pelvic involvement, widespread lower extremity pain, marked inflammatory response indicated by specific lab...

Potential red flags for...

04/05/2024

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COVID-19 Vaccination Does Not Increase Relapse Risk in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

09/19/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

COVID-19 vaccination does not increase the risk of severe relapse for most patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to study results published in the American Journal of Neurology.

COVID-19 vaccination does not...

09/19/2024

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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.

View a roundtable discussion on...

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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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.

Learn about the impacts of the...

05/24/2024

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Navigating Payment Models in the CGT Landscape: Insights and Innovations

05/21/2024

Joe DePinto, Head of Cell, Gene, and Advanced Therapies, McKesson

An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.

An expert discusses the...

05/21/2024

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Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs at AMCP

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Unlocking the Future of Managed Care Pharmacy: A Deep Dive into Federal Legislation and Regulations

05/15/2024

Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs, AMCP

Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.

Learn about developments in...

05/15/2024

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Using Lenalidomide and Rituximab, Tazemetostat, or Bispecific Antibodies to Treat Patients With Follicular Lymphoma

04/06/2024

Featuring Peter Martin, MD

During the 2024 Great Debates & Updates in Hematologic Malignancies meeting in New York, Peter Martin, MD, argued in favor of alternative treatment regimens over CAR T-cell therapy for treating follicular lymphoma.

During the 2024 Great Debates &...

04/06/2024

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Personalizing Weight Loss Management With GLP-1 Agonists

04/05/2024

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head of cardiometabolic clinical strategy, Teladoc

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head o...

Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.

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