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Obesity Medication Use Remains Low Among Children | ADA 2025

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from 2017 to 2020. image credit: syahrir / stock.adobe.com While data shows that obesity has been on the rise among children in recent history, the overall complications spurred on by childhood obesity have been well documented. . 3 Researchers believe more needs to be done to treat obesity among the younger population.

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From data to impact: How real-world evidence will transform healthcare

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What is step therapy?

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Step therapy focuses on using cost-effective treatments for various conditions, which may help save money in the long run for insurance companies and the people they cover. Step therapy is a process used by health insurance companies to manage and control prescription drug costs. Which insurance plans use step therapy?

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How to get Ozempic prescribed for weight loss

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Although Ozempic has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) since 2017, its status as a household name is relatively recent. Does insurance cover Ozempic for weight loss? Some providers may require lab tests or documentation of previous weight loss efforts. mg weekly.”

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Prescribing Red Flags and Suspicious Controlled Substance Orders: Current Cautionary Tales

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Prescribing Red Flags The government alleged that from at least 2017 to April 2021 Defendants knowingly filled controlled substance prescriptions “that raised obvious ’red flags’ of potential abuse or diversion.” If the pharmacist can resolve it, they must make a record of the resolution. Complaint ¶ 55.

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Does Blue Cross Blue Shield cover Dupixent?

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Its first approval was in 2017 for atopic dermatitis (eczema). Insurance typically covers Dupixent, but coverage varies by plan and reason for taking. In fact, the Dupixent website claims that 99% of all adult and pediatric atopic dermatitis patients with private insurance are covered.

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The 20 Key Moments in the 340B Program's 30-Year History

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In a manual for hemophilia treatment centers, the agency states it is concerned that providers would have no reason to participate in 340B if insurers take the benefit of 340B savings from them. HRSA published the proposed 340B "mega-guidance" the following year but ultimately withdrew it in 2017.