Brian Carlin, MD, FCCP, Discusses Challenges in Reducing Readmission Rates

Brian Carlin, MD, FCCP, Allegheny General Hospital, discusses the challenges in reducing 30-day readmission rates, specifically as they apply to congestive heart failure, pneumonia, and COPD. The biggest challenge of all is setting up a coordinated team care effort, says Dr Carlin.

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Operationalizing Bispecifics in Multiple Myeloma

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Medicare Competitive Bidding Program Cuts Spending Without Impacting COPD Outcomes

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While the Medicare Competitive Bidding Program reduced spending, it did not significantly impact supplemental oxygen use or clinical outcomes among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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Expert Insights on How Utilization Management Drives Physician Burnout

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Social isolation significantly increases the risk of mortality in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), highlighting the need for targeted interventions to address this issue.

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Shaping the Future of Cardiology: Key Takeaways From AHA 2024

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December 3rd 2024

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Laura Joszt, MA Peter Wehrwein

Gene therapies can be life-changing for people, but the high cost plus the burden of treatment remain barriers to access and utilization, explained Kevin Niehoff, PharmD, BCMAS, of IPD Analytics.

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Mary Caffrey Laura Joszt, MA

Tyler Sandahl, PharmD, of Mayo Clinic, and Michael Byrne, DO, of Tennessee Oncology, discuss practical advice for bringing bispecifics to the community.

November 29th 2024

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Brooke McCormick

While the Medicare Competitive Bidding Program reduced spending, it did not significantly impact supplemental oxygen use or clinical outcomes among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

November 26th 2024

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Brooke McCormick

On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with the author of a study published in the November 2024 issue of The American Journal of Managed Care® to explore the link between utilization management and physician burnout.

November 26th 2024

Social Isolation Linked to Increased Mortality in Patients With COPD

Brooke McCormick

Social isolation significantly increases the risk of mortality in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), highlighting the need for targeted interventions to address this issue.

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Shaping the Future of Cardiology: Key Takeaways From AHA 2024

Kyle Munz

Attendees of the centennial American Heart Association (AHA) conference commend the meeting's ability to bring together diverse, interdisciplinary perspectives from across the globe.