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Volume 16, Issue 5, May 2019 - First Report Managed Care

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Congress’ Spotlight Shines on PBMs
05/17/2019
Dean Celia
The Senate Finance Committee recently examined the complicated role pharmacy benefit managers play in the pricing of pharmaceuticals. Six prominent themes emerged. First Report Managed Care consulted with a panel of experts to assess the...
The Senate Finance Committee recently examined the complicated role pharmacy benefit managers play in the pricing of pharmaceuticals. Six prominent themes emerged. First Report Managed Care consulted with a panel of experts to assess the...
The Senate Finance Committee...
05/17/2019
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New Efforts to End the HIV Epidemic
05/17/2019
Paul Nicolaus
A bold new initiative, along with proposed funding, seeks to eliminate the spread of HIV in the United States over the next decade. We gathered insight into this public health initiative’s implications for managed care stakeholders.
A bold new initiative, along with proposed funding, seeks to eliminate the spread of HIV in the United States over the next decade. We gathered insight into this public health initiative’s implications for managed care stakeholders.
A bold new initiative, along...
05/17/2019
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Treatment Strategies for Chronic Pain in People Dependent on Opioids
05/17/2019
Mary Beth Nierengarten
As the opioid crisis turned national epidemic continues to plague our country, controversy rises on how to continue to treat patients for chronic pain without putting those same patients at risk of abusing medication or developing addictions.
As the opioid crisis turned national epidemic continues to plague our country, controversy rises on how to continue to treat patients for chronic pain without putting those same patients at risk of abusing medication or developing addictions.
As the opioid crisis turned...
05/17/2019
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Interview
Social Risk Adjustment Important for Alternative Payment Model Success, Health Outcomes
05/17/2019
Julie Gould
In order to better understand why inadequate risk adjustment could counterproductively reduce payments to groups, First Report Managed Care spoke with Christina A Nguyen, AB, and co-author Mary Beth Landrum, PhD, both from Harvard Medical...
In order to better understand why inadequate risk adjustment could counterproductively reduce payments to groups, First Report Managed Care spoke with Christina A Nguyen, AB, and co-author Mary Beth Landrum, PhD, both from Harvard Medical...
In order to better understand...
05/17/2019
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Formulary Frontlines®
Assessing Diabetes Treatment Options
05/17/2019
Russell J. Spjut, PharmD
Russel Spjut, PharmD, discusses various treatment options for diabetes, as well as explores the most recent technologies aimed at improving management of the disease.
Russel Spjut, PharmD, discusses various treatment options for diabetes, as well as explores the most recent technologies aimed at improving management of the disease.
Russel Spjut, PharmD, discusses...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
Better Work Performance Among Engaged Employees Within VA Medical Centers
05/17/2019
A recent study revealed that engaged employees within the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) medical centers had higher patient satisfaction, better call center performance, and lower turnover among registered nurses. 
A recent study revealed that engaged employees within the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) medical centers had higher patient satisfaction, better call center performance, and lower turnover among registered nurses. 
A recent study revealed that...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
Mental Health: How a Collaborative Chronic Care Model Helps Improve Outcomes
05/17/2019
According to a recent study published online in JAMA Network Open, the use of a collaborative chronic care model (CCM) in general clinical practice settings for individuals with complex mental health conditions can improve overall health...
According to a recent study published online in JAMA Network Open, the use of a collaborative chronic care model (CCM) in general clinical practice settings for individuals with complex mental health conditions can improve overall health...
According to a recent study...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
VA Close to Meeting Goal of Curing 100,000 Veterans of Hepatitis C
05/17/2019
Among veterans willing and able to be treated, the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) announced it is on track to eliminate the hepatitis C virus (HCV) in as few as 2 months. 
Among veterans willing and able to be treated, the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) announced it is on track to eliminate the hepatitis C virus (HCV) in as few as 2 months. 
Among veterans willing and able...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
Improving Shoulder Surgery Planning Within VA With 3D Printing
05/17/2019
As another continued effort to improve health care services for veterans, the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) has announced that two doctors from a Baltimore VA Medical Center recently demonstrated how 3D printing at the VA is more useful...
As another continued effort to improve health care services for veterans, the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) has announced that two doctors from a Baltimore VA Medical Center recently demonstrated how 3D printing at the VA is more useful...
As another continued effort to...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
UnitedHealthcare, OptumRx Expand Innovative Discount Program
05/17/2019
To further enhance their point-of-sale discount program introduced last year, UnitedHealthcare and OptumRx are expanding their program for all new employee-sponsored plans, in an effort to make medications more affordable and improve outcomes.
To further enhance their point-of-sale discount program introduced last year, UnitedHealthcare and OptumRx are expanding their program for all new employee-sponsored plans, in an effort to make medications more affordable and improve outcomes.
To further enhance their...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Association Health Plan Rule
05/17/2019
Federal Judge, John Bates, submitted a 43-page ruling that blocks the Trump administration’s efforts to further oversee association health plans (AHPs). The Final Rule from the administration would allow employers to form associations to...
Federal Judge, John Bates, submitted a 43-page ruling that blocks the Trump administration’s efforts to further oversee association health plans (AHPs). The Final Rule from the administration would allow employers to form associations to...
Federal Judge, John Bates,...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
US Pharmaceutical Spending Growth Increased 30% in 4 Years
05/17/2019
According to a report from the Pew Charitable Trusts, it is estimated that US retail pharmaceutical drug spending increased 26.8% between 2012 and 2016, an increase of over $90 billion.
According to a report from the Pew Charitable Trusts, it is estimated that US retail pharmaceutical drug spending increased 26.8% between 2012 and 2016, an increase of over $90 billion.
According to a report from the...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
Medicare Hospital Insurance Trust Running Out of Funds
05/17/2019
The Medicare Board of Trustees released the annual report measuring the stability and success of the program, as well as the current state of the Hospital Insurance Trust Fund and the Supplementary Medical Insurance (SMI) Trust Fund, the two...
The Medicare Board of Trustees released the annual report measuring the stability and success of the program, as well as the current state of the Hospital Insurance Trust Fund and the Supplementary Medical Insurance (SMI) Trust Fund, the two...
The Medicare Board of Trustees...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
Medicare Rules for Hospital Readmission Rates Lessen Financial Burden
05/17/2019
According to a research published in JAMA Internal Medicine, Medicare reimbursement rules that went into effect in January are shifting the financial burden of readmission rate penalties to hospitals that serve wealthier populations.
According to a research published in JAMA Internal Medicine, Medicare reimbursement rules that went into effect in January are shifting the financial burden of readmission rate penalties to hospitals that serve wealthier populations.
According to a research...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
Economic, Health Outcomes Minimally Impacted by Workplace Wellness Programs
05/17/2019
Research published by JAMA showed that while workplace wellness programs may improve employees’ health behaviors, there is little to no significant effects on clinical measures of health, health care spending and utilization, absenteeism,...
Research published by JAMA showed that while workplace wellness programs may improve employees’ health behaviors, there is little to no significant effects on clinical measures of health, health care spending and utilization, absenteeism,...
Research published by JAMA...
05/17/2019
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News Connection
EHR With Decision Support Reduced Unnecessary GIPP Testing, Saved Money
05/17/2019
Researchers found that hardwiring a hospital’s electronic health record (EHR) system to provide data on the appropriate times to order Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel (GIPP) nearly halved the amount of inappropriate testing.
Researchers found that hardwiring a hospital’s electronic health record (EHR) system to provide data on the appropriate times to order Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel (GIPP) nearly halved the amount of inappropriate testing.
Researchers found that...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
General Session: James Kenney and a New Look for AMCP
05/17/2019
James Kenney, RPH, MBA, new president of AMCP addressed attendees of the AMCP Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy summit, where he discussed the importance of focusing on patient outcomes and innovating technology.
James Kenney, RPH, MBA, new president of AMCP addressed attendees of the AMCP Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy summit, where he discussed the importance of focusing on patient outcomes and innovating technology.
James Kenney, RPH, MBA, new...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Research Updates in Medication Therapy Management
05/17/2019
In a session at the AMCP Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy Annual Meeting 2019, Nicole Brandt, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, BCPP, FASCP, executive director, The Peter Lamy Center on Drug Therapy and Aging Professor, Pharmacy Practice and Science...
In a session at the AMCP Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy Annual Meeting 2019, Nicole Brandt, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, BCPP, FASCP, executive director, The Peter Lamy Center on Drug Therapy and Aging Professor, Pharmacy Practice and Science...
In a session at the AMCP Managed...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
The Future of Health Care: Payers Identify Key Trends
05/17/2019
To better understand payer insights in health care trends and also identify the most promising solutions to foster wider implementation of innovative strategies, a 33-item web-based survey was distributed to US pharmacy, contracting, and...
To better understand payer insights in health care trends and also identify the most promising solutions to foster wider implementation of innovative strategies, a 33-item web-based survey was distributed to US pharmacy, contracting, and...
To better understand payer...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Pharmacy Savings Linked With Exclusion Formulary
05/17/2019
In an effort to address escalating drug expenditures, formulary exclusions have arisen, and according to a recent study, the exclusion formulary has resulted in significant pharmacy savings but was not associated with increased medical cost...
In an effort to address escalating drug expenditures, formulary exclusions have arisen, and according to a recent study, the exclusion formulary has resulted in significant pharmacy savings but was not associated with increased medical cost...
In an effort to address...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Patient-Reported Outcomes Similarly Impacted By Migraine Treatments
05/17/2019
Researchers recently found that patient-reported outcomes (PROs) were no different among patients treated with calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonists or onabotulinumtoxinA (ONA) for the indication of chronic migraine prophylaxis. 
Researchers recently found that patient-reported outcomes (PROs) were no different among patients treated with calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonists or onabotulinumtoxinA (ONA) for the indication of chronic migraine prophylaxis. 
Researchers recently found that...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Patient-Reported Outcomes Similarly Impacted By Migraine Treatments
05/17/2019
Researchers recently found that patient-reported outcomes (PROs) were no different among patients treated with calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonists or onabotulinumtoxinA (ONA) for the indication of chronic migraine prophylaxis. 
Researchers recently found that patient-reported outcomes (PROs) were no different among patients treated with calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonists or onabotulinumtoxinA (ONA) for the indication of chronic migraine prophylaxis. 
Researchers recently found that...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
The Blueprint One Year Later: Progress in Drug Pricing Reform
05/17/2019
Melissa Andel, MPP, vice president of health policy at Applied Policy and First Report Managed Care advisory board member, provided insight on progress made in relation to the Trump administration’s May 2018 blueprint to lower drug prices and...
Melissa Andel, MPP, vice president of health policy at Applied Policy and First Report Managed Care advisory board member, provided insight on progress made in relation to the Trump administration’s May 2018 blueprint to lower drug prices and...
Melissa Andel, MPP, vice...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Lower Costs, Utilization With Abuse-Deterrent Formulation Opioid Use
05/17/2019
When patients received abuse-deterrent formulation (ADF) opioids, lower rates of opioid abuse, health care utilization, and medical costs were reported, according to recent analysis findings. The findings were presented at the AMCP Managed...
When patients received abuse-deterrent formulation (ADF) opioids, lower rates of opioid abuse, health care utilization, and medical costs were reported, according to recent analysis findings. The findings were presented at the AMCP Managed...
When patients received...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Multidisciplinary Program Reduces Inappropriate Opioid Use
05/17/2019
A newly developed program, known as the Chronic Pain Program, was created as a multidisciplinary care management and coaching program that provides support and resources to patients with chronic pain. According to a team of researchers that...
A newly developed program, known as the Chronic Pain Program, was created as a multidisciplinary care management and coaching program that provides support and resources to patients with chronic pain. According to a team of researchers that...
A newly developed program, known...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Payer Decisions: Patient-Reported Outcomes, Clinical Outcome Assessments Seldom Used
05/17/2019
Within the health care decision-making process, the impact of patient-reported outcomes (PRO) and clinical outcome assessments (COAs) on payers is often low, despite efforts to include the patient voice, according to recent survey results...
Within the health care decision-making process, the impact of patient-reported outcomes (PRO) and clinical outcome assessments (COAs) on payers is often low, despite efforts to include the patient voice, according to recent survey results...
Within the health care...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Benefits of a Deprescribing Program Within an Integrated Health System
05/17/2019
Within an integrated health care system, a pharmacist-managed deprescribing program, which focused on select antidiabetics among older patients with well-controlled type 2 diabetes, resulted in sustained benefit after one year in reducing the...
Within an integrated health care system, a pharmacist-managed deprescribing program, which focused on select antidiabetics among older patients with well-controlled type 2 diabetes, resulted in sustained benefit after one year in reducing the...
Within an integrated health care...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
HPV Cancer Rates Higher in Counties with High Vaccines Rates
05/17/2019
Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination rates in Alabama counties correlate with the highest incident rates of HPV-related cancer, according to data presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting. 
Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination rates in Alabama counties correlate with the highest incident rates of HPV-related cancer, according to data presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting. 
Human papillomavirus (HPV)...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Immunotherapy Added to Chemotherapy Improves Ovarian Cancer Patients’ Prognosis
05/17/2019
Results from a randomized phase 2 trial presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting show that a newly developed immunotherapy treatment combined with standard chemotherapy improve the prognosis for patients with...
Results from a randomized phase 2 trial presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting show that a newly developed immunotherapy treatment combined with standard chemotherapy improve the prognosis for patients with...
Results from a randomized phase...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Immunotherapy Added to Chemotherapy Improves Ovarian Cancer Patients’ Prognosis
05/17/2019
Results from a randomized phase 2 trial presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting show that a newly developed immunotherapy treatment combined with standard chemotherapy improve the prognosis for patients with...
Results from a randomized phase 2 trial presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting show that a newly developed immunotherapy treatment combined with standard chemotherapy improve the prognosis for patients with...
Results from a randomized phase...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Niraparib Shows Promise as Maintenance Therapy for Ovarian Cancer
05/17/2019
According to research presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting, patients with recurrent ovarian cancer experienced more time without symptoms or toxicities when taking niraparib as a maintenance therapy. 
According to research presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting, patients with recurrent ovarian cancer experienced more time without symptoms or toxicities when taking niraparib as a maintenance therapy. 
According to research presented...
05/17/2019
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Conference Insider
Niraparib Shows Promise as Maintenance Therapy for Ovarian Cancer
05/17/2019
According to research presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting, patients with recurrent ovarian cancer experienced more time without symptoms or toxicities when taking niraparib as a maintenance therapy. 
According to research presented at the Society for Gynecologic Oncology’s 50th Annual Meeting, patients with recurrent ovarian cancer experienced more time without symptoms or toxicities when taking niraparib as a maintenance therapy. 
According to research presented...
05/17/2019
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Behind the Bill

Behind the Bill
The Senate’s $3 Trillion Deal. Tax Relief Now, Medicaid Coverage Loss Later?
07/02/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
The Senate has done it. After weeks of behind-the-scenes wrangling and last-minute amendments, lawmakers have passed a sprawling tax-and-spending megabill that makes good on a long-standing Republican goal: making the 2017 Trump tax cuts...
The Senate has done it. After weeks of behind-the-scenes wrangling and last-minute amendments, lawmakers have passed a sprawling tax-and-spending megabill that makes good on a long-standing Republican goal: making the 2017 Trump tax cuts...
The Senate has done it. After...
07/02/2025
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Behind the Bill
When a Cap Isn’t Just a Cap: How a Provider Tax Proposal Could Reshape Medicaid Financing
06/25/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
In Washington, the most consequential policies are often buried in the fine print. One such detail in the Senate Finance Committee’s latest tax and spending proposal would gradually cap provider taxes—a core funding tool states use to pull in...
In Washington, the most consequential policies are often buried in the fine print. One such detail in the Senate Finance Committee’s latest tax and spending proposal would gradually cap provider taxes—a core funding tool states use to pull in...
In Washington, the most...
06/25/2025
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Behind the Bill
Rewriting the Safety Net? Inside the Senate’s Changes to Medicaid and the ACA
06/18/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been following the progress of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which started in the House with sweeping tax reforms and some eye-catching health care proposals. Now, the Senate has released its (highly...
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been following the progress of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which started in the House with sweeping tax reforms and some eye-catching health care proposals. Now, the Senate has released its (highly...
Over the past few weeks, I’ve...
06/18/2025
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Behind the Bill
How States Might Respond to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
06/11/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) still in the hands of the Senate, much of the national conversation has centered on what this legislation would do to federal coverage programs. But regardless of how the federal process unfolds,...
With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) still in the hands of the Senate, much of the national conversation has centered on what this legislation would do to federal coverage programs. But regardless of how the federal process unfolds,...
With the One Big Beautiful Bill...
06/11/2025
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Behind the Bill
Is the Affordable Care Act on the Chopping Block? What the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Tells Us.
06/04/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
It’s been weeks of headline-grabbing debate over Medicaid work requirements, and the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” remains in the Senate as they deliberate over several health care provisions. While the Medicaid provisions sparked most of the...
It’s been weeks of headline-grabbing debate over Medicaid work requirements, and the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” remains in the Senate as they deliberate over several health care provisions. While the Medicaid provisions sparked most of the...
It’s been weeks of...
06/04/2025
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Behind the Bill
From House to Senate: The Journey of Cutting Medicaid
05/28/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
Last week, the House of Representatives narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (HR 1, 119th Congress) by a single vote, sending the sweeping tax and spending reconciliation package, backed by President Trump, to the Senate. With its...
Last week, the House of Representatives narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (HR 1, 119th Congress) by a single vote, sending the sweeping tax and spending reconciliation package, backed by President Trump, to the Senate. With its...
Last week, the House of...
05/28/2025
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Behind the Bill
Eligibility, Paperwork, and Penalties: The Not-So-Hidden Costs of Medicaid ‘Reform’
05/21/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
It’s been another eventful week in health policy—a phrase that’s quickly becoming routine. This time, House Republicans advanced a sweeping budget reconciliation bill, designed to implement elements of the March budget resolution, with a...
It’s been another eventful week in health policy—a phrase that’s quickly becoming routine. This time, House Republicans advanced a sweeping budget reconciliation bill, designed to implement elements of the March budget resolution, with a...
It’s been another eventful week...
05/21/2025
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Behind the Bill
A Busy Week in Drug Pricing Policy: Aligning US Drug Prices With Global Standards?
05/14/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
It’s been a busy few days for drug pricing policy. While I’d love to dig into the details of both President Trump’s latest executive order and the newest Republican bill that would cut Medicaid spending, we don’t have the time—and this isn’t...
It’s been a busy few days for drug pricing policy. While I’d love to dig into the details of both President Trump’s latest executive order and the newest Republican bill that would cut Medicaid spending, we don’t have the time—and this isn’t...
It’s been a busy few days for...
05/14/2025
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BEHIND THE BILL
When Agencies Lose Power: How 3 Seismic Shifts are Transforming Pharmaceutical Regulation
05/07/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
In the span of just 9 months, the landscape of administrative law has undergone a transformation so profound that pharmaceutical executives, health care providers, and patients alike are struggling to navigate the new terrain. The Supreme...
In the span of just 9 months, the landscape of administrative law has undergone a transformation so profound that pharmaceutical executives, health care providers, and patients alike are struggling to navigate the new terrain. The Supreme...
In the span of just 9 months,...
05/07/2025
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Behind the Bill
The Medicare Paradox, Part 3: Strategic Trade Doesn’t Have to be a Zero-Sum Game
05/07/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
Over the past 2 weeks, I’ve examined the growing friction between the Section 232 pharmaceutical tariff investigations and the Medicare drug pricing reforms authorized by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). These 2 policy agendas—industrial...
Over the past 2 weeks, I’ve examined the growing friction between the Section 232 pharmaceutical tariff investigations and the Medicare drug pricing reforms authorized by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). These 2 policy agendas—industrial...
Over the past 2 weeks, I’ve...
05/07/2025
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Emry Lloyd
A new study compares the efficacy of salbutamol administration via a nebulizer vs a metered-dose inhaler with a spacer for bronchodilator responsiveness testing.
A new study compares the efficacy of salbutamol administration via a nebulizer vs a metered-dose inhaler with a spacer for bronchodilator responsiveness testing.
A new study compares the...
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Trial to Test CAR T-Cell Therapy for Refractory Progressive MS
03/18/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
An autologous, fully human CD19 chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell product candidate recently received clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an investigational new drug for the treatment of patients with refractory...
An autologous, fully human CD19 chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell product candidate recently received clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an investigational new drug for the treatment of patients with refractory...
An autologous, fully human CD19...
03/18/2024
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Conference Coverage
PBM Legislation: Navigating Congressional Delays and Encouraging Progress
04/17/2024
Hannah Musick
Explore the world of federal pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) legislation and its potential impact on stakeholders in this in-depth analysis presented by Ross Margulies, JD, MPH, Partner and Co-Chair Healthcare and Life Sciences Coverage &...
Explore the world of federal pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) legislation and its potential impact on stakeholders in this in-depth analysis presented by Ross Margulies, JD, MPH, Partner and Co-Chair Healthcare and Life Sciences Coverage &...
Explore the world of federal...
04/17/2024
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Conference Coverage
The Impact of Fatigue on Prospective Memory in Persons With MS
05/23/2024
Hannah Musick
High fatigue levels in persons with multiple sclerosis (MS) are significantly associated with subjective impairment in prospective memory, particularly in tasks such as forgetting the date and missing appointments.
High fatigue levels in persons with multiple sclerosis (MS) are significantly associated with subjective impairment in prospective memory, particularly in tasks such as forgetting the date and missing appointments.
High fatigue levels in persons...
05/23/2024
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Interview
Enhancing Patient Services: Payer and Provider Considerations
06/28/2024
Patient services emerged as a central topic at AXS24, with many stakeholders emphasizing the need for consistency and accessibility in patient support. They also highlighted the importance of addressing both financial and emotional support...
Patient services emerged as a central topic at AXS24, with many stakeholders emphasizing the need for consistency and accessibility in patient support. They also highlighted the importance of addressing both financial and emotional support...
Patient services emerged as a...
06/28/2024
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