Thomas Delate, PhD

Prescription cost and pharmacy convenience were identified as the most significant drivers of out-of-plan pharmacy use.

This study determined that ICD-9 codes 433.X1, 434.XX, and V12.54 had positive predictive values >90%, and may be used to focus care on stroke patients.

Lipid levels can remain controlled with electronic laboratory reminder letters for most patients with coronary artery disease discharged from a cardiovascular disease management program.