Opinion|Videos|May 22, 2024
Payers Review Process and Effective Strategies for PDT Coverage
Paul Jeffrey, PharmD, presents the findings of a study, which investigated patient engagement and clinical outcomes associated with the use of prescription digital therapeutics (PDTs) in the treatment of substance use disorders, and discusses the need for further research to advance the efficacy and value of PDTs in this field.
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