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STAT+: As Humira biosimilars take over the market, CVS has created a new ploy: the drug ‘rebate credit’

STAT

CVS Caremark, the PBM owned by CVS Health that oversees the prescription drug benefits of 103 million people, told its employer clients that it anticipated “more lower-cost products (including specialty biosimilars) may become preferred products” on its lists of approved drugs for 2024, according to documents obtained by STAT.

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about the FTC vs. PBMs, FDA adcomm voting and more

STAT

antitrust regulators into pharmaceutical industry middlemen has been stymied because the companies have failed to provide many of the documents that, in some cases, were requested as far back as June 2022 , STAT writes. The … A much-anticipated inquiry by U.S.

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STAT+: UnitedHealth discontinues a controversial brand amid scrutiny of algorithmic care denials

STAT

Starting in the first quarter of 2024, Optum’s post-acute-care companies will be called Home & Community Care, according to internal documents obtained by STAT. However, Optum advised employees that “Home & Community Care should not be directly next to the Optum logo” in marketing materials.

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2024 Fall CDRH ELP Proposal Submission Period is Now Open Through September 5, 2023

The FDA Law Blog

Participation is encouraged from: Companies Academia Clinical facilities Medical device incubators and accelerators Health insurers Health technology assessment groups Others, including previous participants in the ELP or the FDA’s other site visit programs. One noticeable difference from years past is the option for virtual site visits.

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Financial assistance for hearing aids

The Checkup by Singlecare

Financial assistance for hearing aids There are several ways to make hearing aids more affordable, including insurance coverage, nonprofit organizations, and discount programs. Insurance coverage Private health insurance through employers and commercial plans vary in terms of coverage, with only some offering assistance for hearing devices.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Pharmacist Birth Control Services

Birth Control Pharmacist

Pharmacists must be familiar with billing codes, insurance coverage policies, and documentation requirements to facilitate seamless transactions and ensure fair compensation for their services. Candidate, is a 4th-year student pharmacist in the Class of 2024 at Shenandoah University Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy.

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New Year’s Resolutions Trends: What Doctors Resolve To Do

Board Vitals - Pharmacist

With 2024 rapidly approaching, there comes the question of New Year’s Resolutions. It includes insurance verification so that staff can communicate financial responsibilities to patients and engage them at the outset. To simplify our EHR and make documentation easier and quicker. Are they to be made or ignored?