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Innovation vs Affordability: Cancer Care’s Cost Crisis and Access Gap
Innovation vs Affordability: Cancer Care’s Cost Crisis and Access Gap

August 21st 2025

RIsing costs for therapies and inequities in reimbursement for genomic testing have created financial barriers for patients, according to appearing experts in Detroit, Michigan, on July 10, 2025.

The investigators found that tumor mutational burden and PD-L1 expression, which have traditionally been used as indicators of immunotherapy efficacy, had little predictive value for survival in this cohort. | Image credit: Dragana Gordic - stock.adobe.com
Predictive Model Forecasts Advanced NSCLC Outcomes

August 14th 2025

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FDA Approves Dordaviprone as First and Only Treatment for Aggressive Form of Glioma

August 6th 2025

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Real-World Data, Digital Patient Profiles Are Revolutionizing Trial Design, Patient Recruitment: Gen Li, PhD, MBA

August 4th 2025

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July 31st 2025

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The Economics of Transthyretin-Mediated Amyloidosis: Balancing Equity and Access in Resource Allocation

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Advancing Immunotherapy in Endometrial Cancer: A Managed Care Perspective on Personalized Care

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PET Scans Could Identify Patients With Breast Cancer Who May Be Able to Avoid Chemotherapy
February 22nd 2019

PET Scans Could Identify Patients With Breast Cancer Who May Be Able to Avoid Chemotherapy

Laura Joszt, MA
Researchers have used positron emission tomography scans to identify which patients with a type of human epidermal growth factor receptor 2–positive breast cancer might benefit most from targeted agents alone and can be spared chemotherapy.
Pursuing Eradication of Cervical Cancer Through Preventive Interventions
February 20th 2019

Pursuing Eradication of Cervical Cancer Through Preventive Interventions

Wallace Stephens
The majority of countries could see an end to cervical cancer as a public health problem by 2060, according to a new study in The Lancet Oncology.
Breast Surgeons Seek Genetic Testing for All Patients With Breast Cancer
February 19th 2019

Breast Surgeons Seek Genetic Testing for All Patients With Breast Cancer

Mary Caffrey
The update follows a study published in November that found almost no difference in the frequency of mutations between patients with breast cancer who met National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines and those who didn't.
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February 19th 2019

Humanistic and Economic Burden of Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Systematic Literature Review

Christine G. Kohn, PharmD Prianka Singh, PharmD, MPH Beata Korytowsky, MA Jonathan T. Caranfa, PharmD Jeffrey D. Miller, MS Bruce E. Sill, PharmD, MS Alexander C. Marshall, PharmD, MPH Neehar D. Parikh, MD, MS
Worldwide, more than half a million new cases of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) are diagnosed annually. The incidence of HCC in the United States is rising with an estimated 31,000 new cases in 2018. Disease prognosis remains poor, with a 5-year survival rate across all disease stages estimated between 10%-20%, and 3% for those diagnosed with distant disease. Although morbidity is significant, especially among patients with advanced-stage disease, limited information exists on the humanistic and economic burden of HCC.
Podcast: This Week in Managed Care—Contraceptive Demand and Other Health News
February 17th 2019

Podcast: This Week in Managed Care—Contraceptive Demand and Other Health News

Every week, The American Journal of Managed Care® recaps the top managed care news of the week, and you can now listen to it on our podcast, Managed Care Cast.
Dr Thomas Martin Outlines How MRD Testing Is Being Used
February 16th 2019

Dr Thomas Martin Outlines How MRD Testing Is Being Used

Currently, minimal residual disease testing is being used for prognostication not for treatment decisions, explained Thomas G. Martin, MD, clinical professor of medicine, Adult Leukemia and Bone Marrow Transplantation Program, associate director, Myeloma Program, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF); co-leader, Hematopoietic Malignancies Program, Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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February 15th 2019

AJMCtv® Interviews, February 2019

AJMC®TV interviews let you catch up on what’s new and important about changes in healthcare, with insights from key decision makers—from the clinician, to the health plan leader, to the regulator. When every minute in your day matters, AJMC®TV interviews keep you informed. Access the video clips at ajmc.com/interviews.
This Week in Managed Care: February 15, 2019
February 15th 2019

This Week in Managed Care: February 15, 2019

This week, the top managed care news included increased demand for long-acting contraception since President Trump took office; a payer decision on an insulin pump alarmed diabetes advocates; and despite being involved in cancer treatment decisions, many primary care providers don't feel prepared to do so.
Patients With Relapsed/Refractory MM More Likely to Have Sustained MRD on Daratumumab
February 15th 2019

Patients With Relapsed/Refractory MM More Likely to Have Sustained MRD on Daratumumab

Laura Joszt, MA
Minimal residual disease (MRD) is a strong prognosticator of cancer outcomes, and recent research found that patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (MM) are more likely to achieve MRD on daratumumab than on a standard of care alone.
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February 14th 2019

EBO February 2019 Medical World News: Regulatory Updates

Kelly Davio Jaime Rosenberg Laura Joszt, MA Samantha DiGrande
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February 14th 2019

Medical World News: Clinical Updates

Kelly Davio Jaime Rosenberg Samantha DiGrande Laura Joszt, MA
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February 14th 2019

Moving Toward the "Tipping Point" for Transformation in Cancer Care

Mary Caffrey
Andrew Pecora, MD, FACP, CPE, recently visited Evidence-Based OncologyTM to discuss the progress of COTA’s, a company created in 2011 to develop technology that Pecora said is poised to transform cancer care delivery by helping oncologists and other specialists make decisions that will yield the best outcomes in the most cost-effective way, all at the point of care.
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February 14th 2019

Finding the Right Combination for Neoadjuvant Therapy in High-Risk, Stage III Melanoma

Mary Caffrey
Evidence-Based OncologyTM recently sat down with Rodabe Amaria, MD, assistant professor in the Department of Melanoma Medical Oncology, Division of Cancer Medicine, at MD Anderson and a lead author on a study that found that evidence has been accumulating in preclinical models that neoadjuvant treatment may be superior to treatment after surgery for patients with advanced melanoma.
What We're Reading: Pediatric Mental Health Care; Brain Cancer Immunotherapy; Preventing Perinatal Depression
February 13th 2019

What We're Reading: Pediatric Mental Health Care; Brain Cancer Immunotherapy; Preventing Perinatal Depression

AJMC Staff
Half of children in with treatable mental health disorders in the United States do not get treatment; a small study demonstrated benefit with immunotherapy for glioblastoma; a task force recommends counseling services for new mothers at risk of depression.
Despite Being Involved in Cancer Treatment Decisions, PCPs Lack Knowledge, Confidence
February 13th 2019

Despite Being Involved in Cancer Treatment Decisions, PCPs Lack Knowledge, Confidence

Jaime Rosenberg
While one-third of primary care providers (PCPs) reported participating in breast cancer treatment decisions with their patients, a significant amount of them also indicated that they were not comfortable or did not feel that they had the necessary knowledge to participate in the treatment decision-making process.
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February 13th 2019

Is Immunotherapy the Future of Glioblastoma Treatment?

Samantha DiGrande
Immunotherapy has seen great success in the treatment of numerous cancers, from melanoma to lung, breast, colorectal, kidney, and even some brain cancers. But thus far, despite several attempts, the devastating brain disease glioblastoma has not been among the immunotherapy success stories. In fact, glioblastoma researchers have had few advances in more than a decade.
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February 12th 2019

Rutgers' Janice Mehnert, MD, on Biomarkers, Being Inclusive in Clinical Trials, and Taking Time to Weigh the Options

Mary Caffrey
From her vantage point at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, Janice Mehnert, MD, has had a front-row seat to the immuno-oncology revolution. Mehnert returned to her alma mater in 2007, and since 2014, she has headed Rutgers’ Phase I/ Developmental Therapeutics Program; she is also head of the melanoma research team. Her work on the KEYNOTE-028 trial has produced important results in multiple cancers, including neuroendocrine tumors, thyroid cancer, small cell lung cancer, and, recently, advanced ovarian cancer.
Preparing Patients and the Health System for Curative Therapies in the Pipeline
February 12th 2019

Preparing Patients and the Health System for Curative Therapies in the Pipeline

Laura Joszt, MA
Experts at the “Paying for Cures: Ensuring patient access and system sustainability" event discussed how the healthcare system can pay for curative therapies that have high upfront costs with benefits that accrue over time.
Treatment Advances Averted More Than Half a Million Breast Cancer Deaths Over 3 Decades
February 12th 2019

Treatment Advances Averted More Than Half a Million Breast Cancer Deaths Over 3 Decades

Wallace Stephens
Preventive screening and treatment advances have contributed to saving lives for patients with breast cancer. A new study has identified that these changes could be responsible for averting up to 614,500 breast cancer deaths since 1989.
Identifying Patient Preferences in MM Treatment Improves Shared Decision Making
February 10th 2019

Identifying Patient Preferences in MM Treatment Improves Shared Decision Making

Laura Joszt, MA
Two studies presented at the 60th American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition examined patient preferences in multiple myeloma (MM) treatment and the importance of understanding these preferences when making treatment decisions.
Podcast: This Week in Managed Care—State of the Union Health Initiatives and Other Health News
February 10th 2019

Podcast: This Week in Managed Care—State of the Union Health Initiatives and Other Health News

Every week, The American Journal of Managed Care® recaps the top managed care news of the week, and you can now listen to it on our podcast, Managed Care Cast.
Careful Observation of Ovarian Cysts Safe Alternative to Surgery
February 9th 2019

Careful Observation of Ovarian Cysts Safe Alternative to Surgery

Samantha DiGrande
Once identified, ovarian tumors are usually surgically removed due to the presumed risk of complications associated with the diagnosis. Researchers recently looked to evaluate the incidence of cyst complications and malignancy during the first 2 years of follow-up after the tumors were classified as benign.
This Week in Managed Care: February 8, 2019
February 8th 2019

This Week in Managed Care: February 8, 2019

This week, the top managed care news included President Trump's State of the Union address highlighting healthcare; HHS Secretary Alex Azar taking on drug rebates; and physicians asking Congress to fully implement the HITECH Act.
Trump Highlights New Initiatives for Childhood Cancer, HIV in State of the Union
February 6th 2019

Trump Highlights New Initiatives for Childhood Cancer, HIV in State of the Union

Laura Joszt, MA
During his second State of the Union address, President Trump highlighted past bipartisan accomplishments, such as legislation to confront the opioid crisis, but also outlined future priorities, such as addressing the cost of healthcare and prescription drugs.
What We're Reading: Obesity and Cancer; Second Patient Treated Under Right-to-Try; Brain Aging
February 6th 2019

What We're Reading: Obesity and Cancer; Second Patient Treated Under Right-to-Try; Brain Aging

AJMC Staff
Cancers related to obesity are on the rise, especially among millennials; a right-to-try advocate is receiving treatment for his amyotrophic lateral sclerosis under the new law; and women's brains age more slowly than men's.
VA Contract Makes Foundation Medicine Oncology Tests Available to Veterans
February 5th 2019

VA Contract Makes Foundation Medicine Oncology Tests Available to Veterans

Laura Joszt, MA
Foundation Medicine announced that it has won a nationwide contract from the Department of Veterans Affairs National Precision Oncology Program. The contract covers all of Foundation Medicine’s tests.
Chronic Pain the Top Reason US Patients Seek Medical Marijuana
February 5th 2019

Chronic Pain the Top Reason US Patients Seek Medical Marijuana

Allison Inserro
Chronic pain accounted for 62.2% of all patient-reported qualifying conditions under which US patients sought medical marijuana, according to a new paper in Health Affairs.
Podcast: This Week in Managed Care—Congressional Drug Price Hearings and Other Health News
February 3rd 2019

Podcast: This Week in Managed Care—Congressional Drug Price Hearings and Other Health News

Every week, The American Journal of Managed Care® recaps the top managed care news of the week, and you can now listen to it on our podcast, Managed Care Cast.
Predicting AML Outcomes by Monitoring Minimal Residual Disease
February 2nd 2019

Predicting AML Outcomes by Monitoring Minimal Residual Disease

Laura Joszt, MA
Abstracts presented at the 60th American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting & Exposition looked at how monitoring minimal residual disease can help predict outcomes in acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
Review Identifies Potential Predictive Biomarkers in Colorectal Cancer
February 2nd 2019

Review Identifies Potential Predictive Biomarkers in Colorectal Cancer

David Bai, PharmD
A recent review outlined a vast array of biomarkers that may have clinical implications on the treatment and prognosis of colorectal cancer (CRC).
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