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7 Ways To Improve Medication Adherence and Lower DIR Fees

Digital Pharmacist

In 2008, the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) created the Five-Star Rating System, also referred to as Star Ratings , to evaluate health plans for service quality, patient care, and medication adherence. CMS applies Star Ratings at the plan level, which in turn create performance metrics for their pharmacy network.

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Challenges & Opportunities in Emerging Digital Health Technologies

ISPE

Digital health is transforming the health care landscape through new technologies and platforms in patient care management, conducting of clinical trials, patient data collection, and the diagnosis and treatment of disease. FAQs on Telehealth and HIPAA during the COVID-19 Nationwide Public Health Emergency.”