August 2019

Forward-Thinking Insurers Adopt Genomics, Medicare Makes Perilous, Costly Leap Backward

July 11, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

Authors from My Gene Counsel discuss gaps in CMS reimbursement policy for genetic testing and counseling, in light of advances in guidelines from groups that include the National Comprehensive Cancer Network.

COTA Collaboration: Helping FDA Figure Out What's Possible and What's Not in Embrace of Real-World Evidence

August 13, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

A Conversation With Chief Medical Officer Andrew Norden, MD, MPH, MBA

Jim Allison: Breakthrough Traces the Unexpected Creative Paths of a Scientist and Immuno-Oncology

August 14, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

A review of the documentary on the life of James P. Allison, PhD, of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, co-winner of the 2018 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

How Data, AI Are Unlocking Secrets to Better, More Efficient Cancer Care

August 14, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

The Institute for Value-Based Medicine®, an initiative of The American Journal of Managed Care®, traveled to Teaneck, New Jersey, for presentations in partnership with Regional Cancer Care Associates.

Genetic Testing Can Reduce Suffering and Save Lives

August 14, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

The founder of Oneinforty discusses the importance of identifying populations at high risk of hereditary cancers, as well as the need for education, testing, and other steps to prevent cancer.

Genetic Oncology Testing Is Complex, but Coverage and Reimbursement Don't Have to Be

August 15, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

The chief clinical officer of health plans and policy for Quest Diagnostics discusses how payers can assess the value of genetic testing in oncology.

The Impact of Germline Testing for Hereditary Cancer Postdiagnosis

August 15, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

Authors from Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE), a nonprofit organization focused on hereditary cancer, discuss the importance of genetic testing, guidelines, and coverage considerations.

Understanding the Role of the OB/GYN in Evaluating Hereditary Cancer Risk

August 16, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

A Conversation With Barbara S. Levy, MD, Vice President, Health Policy, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Conference Coverage: NCCN Policy Summit

August 17, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

Coverage from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Policy Summit held June 27, 2019, in Washington, DC.

Medical World News: Policy, Clinical, and Managed Care Updates

August 17, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

Chronic pain, obesity and cancer, multiple myeloma patterns, pancreatic cancer screening updates, and more.

AJMCtv Interviews

August 17, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

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.

From the Editor-in-Chief: Within Ourselves

August 17, 2019

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Evidence-Based Oncology

The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves... Julius Caesar (I, ii, 140-141)