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1.5 Credits / Hematology, Hematologic Cancer, Oncology

Addressing the Gaps and Clinical Challenges in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: Updates and Strategies for Managed Care

1.5 Credits / Oncology, Hematology, Hematologic Cancer

Keeping Pace With New Developments in Multiple Myeloma: Updates and Strategies to Optimize Bispecific Antibodies and CAR T-Cell Therapy

1.5 Credit / Hematologic Cancer, Oncology

Closing Gaps in CLL Care: Managed Care Insights and Strategies

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ASH Annual Meeting Coverage: Highlighting the Recent Updates in TKI Use in the Treatment of CML – Insights and Application for Managed Care

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February 24th 2021

Why US Communities of Color Carry Heaviest Burden of COVID-19

On this edition of Managed Care Cast, we present a short excerpt from a January webinar titled “Color and COVID-19: The Virus’ Disproportionate Impact” hosted by the MJH Life Sciences™ COVID-19 Coalition about how the pandemic has had an unequal, devastating impact on communities of color.

February 10th 2021

Biden’s DOJ Reverses Course in Case Seeking to Overturn ACA

The Department of Justice (DOJ), under a new administration, on Wednesday dropped its previous position that the now-defunct tax provision in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) cannot be severed from the rest of the law, thus making the entire health law unconstitutional.

February 8th 2021

Prediabetes May Not Necessitate Diabetes Development in Older Adults

Prediabetes may not be a robust diagnostic biomarker for predicting future diabetes development in older adults.

January 28th 2021

Climate’s Health Effects Spark Action From Biden, GM, Heart Organizations

The intersection of climate change and negative impacts on health were brought into sharp focus this week with executive orders from President Biden, a move by General Motors (GM) to stop making some gasoline-powered cars, and top global cardiology organizations calling for urgent action on air pollution.

January 28th 2021

Biden Reopens ACA Enrollment, Rescinds Global Gag Rule, Will Reexamine Work Requirements

The Biden administration will reopen the health exchanges created by the Affordable Care Act (ACA); direct HHS and other agencies to reexamine other health policies, including Medicaid work requirements; and reverse the so-called global gag rule while affirming support for reproductive health.

January 22nd 2021

Rethinking Deprescribing: Who Should Monitor “Drug Overload”?

Sharon K. Jhawar, PharmD, MBA, BCGP

Health plan pharmacists are in the perfect position to see overprescribing as it happens.

January 19th 2021

Incoming CDC Director to Prioritize Communication, COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

As Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH, prepares to assume the role of CDC director on January 20, the infectious disease specialist faces a myriad of challenges wrought by the ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

January 16th 2021

Family History, Genetics May Help to Predict, Detect Early-Stage CKD

Skylar Jeremias

A population-based study from the Netherlands showed that individuals with had at least 1 direct relative affected with chronic kidney disease (CKD), suggesting that biomarkers for CKD can aid in detecting the early stages of the disease.

January 12th 2021

Examining the Shift to Value-Based Kidney Care Delivery in 2021

On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with the new chief financial officer of Strive Health, a value-based kidney care company that works with payers and providers to create an integrated care delivery system for chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). We discuss the changes coming to nephrology practices, as well as new ways of looking at the whole patient to halt the slide to irreversible ESRD.

January 6th 2021

Managing Social Determinants of Health During COVID-19

Addressing the social health needs of those ill with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a challenge for providers and health care systems. On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with Bechara Choucair, MD, senior vice president and chief health officer for Kaiser Permanente, who discusses the organization's guide that walks clinicians through considerations to keep in mind when screening patients in order to improve health outcomes as well as reduce community transmission.

January 5th 2021

What We're Reading: FDA Stands Fast on COVID-19 Vaccine Dosing; Haven Dissolves; Moderna Boosts Dose Supply

The FDA warns against making any changes to the authorized dosing schedules of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines; joint health care venture, Haven, dissolves; Moderna announced it will increase production of its vaccine by 100 million doses for 2021.

January 4th 2021

What We're Reading: Half-Dose Vaccine Regimens; UK Administers AstraZeneca Vaccine; Mental Health in 2021

Discussions between the FDA and Operation Warp Speed officials have mentioned the implementation of half-dose coronavirus disease 2019 vaccine regimens; the United Kingdom becomes the first country to administer the AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine; the outlook for mental health in 2021.

January 1st 2021

A Timeline of COVID-19 Developments in 2020

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) dominated 2020. This is a look back at how the pandemic evolved and progressed through the year, which closed with the arrival of vaccines, but also continued challenges.

December 22nd 2020

Review Details Relationship Between Frailty, Diabetes in Older Populations

The identification and assessment of frailty, defined as a state of increased vulnerability to adverse health outcomes resulting from loss of physiological reserve, should become a routine aspect of diabetes care, authors of a systematic review and meta-analysis published in The Lancet Health Longevity argued.

December 21st 2020

Top 5 Most-Read COVID-19 News of 2020

A look at some of our most-read news coverage of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

December 14th 2020

COVID-19 and Health Disparities: An Opportunity to Refocus Resources?

Stark realities exposed by the pandemic have led some to advocate for redirecting resources to have the most impact on vulnerable populations.

December 10th 2020

FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Pfizer, BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine

The panel was charged with deciding if the benefits of the vaccine outweighs the risks, paving the way for the possibility that immunizations could begin within days.

December 10th 2020

COVID-19 and Health Disparities: Could Eroded Public Trust Impede a Rebound?

What people believe about health and public health, although challenged before the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, is even more crucial now as vaccine distribution efforts could soon begin.

December 7th 2020

COVID-19 and Health Disparities: Preexisting Factors Impact Exposure, Recovery

With leading health experts warning of a grim few months ahead as the pandemic continues to rage, and as a vaccine launch grows more imminent, this 3-part series explores the impact of existing health disparities on COVID-19 and some potential solutions.

December 5th 2020

Study Finds Young People Quit or Reduced Vaping Habits During the Pandemic

Skylar Jeremias

A combination of stay-at-home orders and vape and smoke shop closures contributed to why many young adults and people under 21 years old quit or reduced vaping.

November 17th 2020

Dr Karen Winkfield Discusses Importance of Workforce Diversity in Oncology

Representation of minority populations in the oncology workforce is important to educate physicians on the meaning of being culturally appropriate, and to provide culturally appropriate care.

November 15th 2020

Relaxing of Missouri Firearm Laws Linked to Increased Youth Suicide Rates

A loosening of Missouri’s permit-to-purchase and concealed carry firearm laws may have contributed to increased rates of firearm suicides among young residents, according to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open.

November 11th 2020

What We’re Reading: COVID-19 Tests Underused; Tighter Indoor Restrictions Needed; Low Protection Against Measles, Mumps

The US may have inadequate testing for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); potentially 80% of new COVID-19 cases are linked to indoor venues; protection against measles and mumps is suboptimal among cancer patients.

October 29th 2020

HHS Wraps Up Rule Requiring Price Transparency by Payers

Allison Inserro Laura Joszt, MA

The Trump administration finalized rules aimed at making health care pricing more visible and transparent to those with with health insurance from employers or the individual market.

October 29th 2020

Understanding the Challenges of Rural Cancer Care

Mary Caffrey

A look at the special challenges of delivering cancer care in rural areas, as ASCO seeks to address this issue.

October 28th 2020

What We’re Reading: Hospitals Strained; Pfizer Trial Enrollment; Variation in Virus Mitigation

Hospitals struggle to respond adequately to the pandemic surge; enrollment is almost complete for Pfizer and BioNTech’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine candidate trial; the CDC reports mixed results for COVID-19 mitigation behaviors.

October 26th 2020

Can EHR Tools Induce Improved Care of Patients With CKD?

Can a population health framework focused on a certain set of patients with chronic disease (ie, chronic kidney disease [CKD]) improve care in the primary care setting?

October 25th 2020

Flawed Racial Assumptions in eGFR Have Care Implications in CKD