Fierce Healthcare

JUNE 7, 2023

Measurable differences in patient safety across race, ethnicities and insurance coverage persist even among hospitals rated at the top of their class, according to a new analysis of Leapfrog Hospit | New findings from a Leapfrog Group and Urban Institute analysis suggest that patient safety disparities are not driven by individual hospitals, but are (..)

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STAT

JANUARY 18, 2024

Pear received Food and Drug Administration clearance for its app treating substance use disorders and insomnia but insurers mostly refused to cover the novel treatments. For years, the playbook for many companies that wanted to market digital therapeutics was stupid simple: Sell it like a prescription drug.

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Digital Pharmacist

JULY 3, 2023

One effective way to mitigate these risks is by having comprehensive insurance coverage. Determining the coverage needs and evaluating insurance requirements for your pharmacy can ensure you’re adequately protected in the face of any unforeseen circumstances.

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STAT

AUGUST 2, 2023

… So many people have turned to drugs used for weight loss that some employers are cutting off insurance coverage to head off climbing bills , The Wall Street Journal reports. We continue to accept postcards and telegrams. Have a smashing day.

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STAT

MARCH 2, 2023

Janice Morales-Ferrer is a planner. It’s helped her get ahead in her career and in raising three young kids. But it’s hard to plan when you’ve got a rare disease, especially one with no standard treatment regimen or predictable outcome. “I’m a data-driven person,” said the 46-year-old Boston area resident.

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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 30, 2023

GoodRx has launched a new feature to allow healthcare professionals to see the cost of a patient’s prescription with their insurance. | The feature, embedded in GoodRx's provider solution, surfaces a patient’s coverage and benefits at the point of care with the goal of increasing price transparency and access to drugs.

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Fierce Healthcare

MARCH 7, 2024

Healthcare policy wins and promises of further action on prescription drug prices, insurance coverage and reproductive care access are primed for the spotlight when President Joe Biden takes the ro | Speech previews from the White House celebrate and call for expansions to the Inflation Reduction Act.

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STAT

MARCH 14, 2024

Damian here with a reminder that my colleague Ed Silverman is hosting a discussion today about the long-awaited arrival of Humira biosimilars and all they portend for drug costs, insurance coverage, and pharma revenues.    Sign up to tune in here. Read the rest…

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STAT

MARCH 14, 2024

What has that meant for insurance coverage and the way drugmakers are marketing these medicines? Several biosimilar versions of Humira, which for years has been the world’s best-selling medicine, entered the U.S. market over the past year. Join leading experts to discuss the impact on the industry and patients.

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Insurance coverage often fails to help Americans avoid medical debt, a new survey from the Commonwealth Fund revealed. Even with health insurance, people are feeling the effects of high medical costs, often cutting back on necessities or delaying care. A new survey shows half of Americans struggle to avoid their healthcare.

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STAT

MARCH 8, 2024

regulators approved a label expansion for Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Wegovy to tout its benefits for the heart, a move that could boost demand and insurance coverage for the already highly popular treatment.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

APRIL 8, 2024

Randy Vogenberg talks about how planning early can positively impact insurance coverage for new therapies, especially in the case of orphan drugs. In the second part of this series, F.

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STAT

APRIL 1, 2024

Over the past year, nine biosimilar versions of the medicine were launched by other companies seeking favorable placement on formularies, the lists of drugs for which health insurance coverage is available.

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Drug Topics

JANUARY 4, 2023

Researchers speculate that the disparities among those with private insurance coverage may reflect differences in overcoming hurdles to access, such as prior authorization.

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PharmExec

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Kirsch discusses the complexity of the drugs and the verification process, along with EVERSANA’s new platform, ACTICS eAccess.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

APRIL 14, 2024

Without insurance coverage, Rexulti’s average price is around $1,926 for a 30-day supply. Insurance companies might require you to try less expensive medications first—a process known as “ step therapy ”—before they’ll cover Rexulti.” How much does Rexulti cost without insurance? What is the generic for Rexulti?

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STAT

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

has access to its Covid-19 shot, regardless of whether they have health insurance coverage. For those lacking sufficient insurance, the company will tap a patient assistance program. The vaccine maker released a brief statement that it “remains committed” to ensuring everyone in the U.S.

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STAT

DECEMBER 28, 2022

The Food and Drug Administration is on track to top its previous records, offering expedited regulatory consideration — and if medical device companies have their way, a streamlined path to insurance coverage — to dozens of novel tools. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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STAT

JUNE 1, 2023

Having insurance coverage alone doesn’t guarantee that people can afford or would be willing to pay continuously for chronic disease medications like Ozempic, a new, large-scale study finds.

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STAT

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

sales of Leqembi, its treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, although exact numbers were not provided and people taking the drug appear to be paying out of pocket because insurance coverage has not yet been established. Japanese drugmaker Eisai reported Monday the first U.S. The first U.S. sales of Leqembi were recorded on Jan.

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STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

Getting approval for indications other than weight loss would help Lilly in its attempts to expand insurance coverage.  Obesity is a major risk factor of OSA, which is estimated to affect approximately 39 million U.S. adults, though many cases are undiagnosed, according to the National Council on Aging.

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STAT

AUGUST 8, 2023

Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Wegovy cut the risk of major heart complications by 20% in a closely watched trial, results that could streamline insurance coverage and spur even greater demand for the highly popular therapy.

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STAT

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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Pharmaceutical Commerce

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Kirsch discusses the complexity of the drugs and the verification process, along with Eversana’s new platform, ACTICS eAccess.

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STAT

JANUARY 31, 2023

The maneuver reflects the behind-the-scenes negotiations that occur between pharmaceutical companies and the pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, that create formularies, or lists of medicines for which insurance coverage is provided. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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STAT

JULY 6, 2023

At some point this summer, the drugmaker Novo Nordisk will release results from a closely watched study that, if successful, could further uncork demand for new obesity medications, streamline insurance coverage for the therapies, and demonstrate long-lasting health benefits.

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STAT

MARCH 11, 2024

Food and Drug Administration approved a label expansion for Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Wegovy to tout its benefits for the heart, a move that could boost demand and insurance coverage for the already highly popular treatment , STAT notes. The 

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The Checkup by Singlecare

APRIL 12, 2024

You can save up to $225 when using this discount card with insurance and up to $500 without insurance. Wegovy insurance coverage The Wegovy website offers tips for gaining Wegovy insurance coverage. There’s also a sample Wegovy coverage request letter for those with private or employer-sponsored insurance.

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STAT

OCTOBER 16, 2023

 The tight timeline leaves little room to resolve logistical hurdles like insurance coverage, and the steep price is making some providers wary of stocking up without a guarantee they will get paid for administering them. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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STAT

JANUARY 31, 2023

The maneuver reflects behind-the-scenes negotiations between pharmaceutical companies and the pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, that create formularies, or lists of medicines for which insurance coverage is provided. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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STAT

AUGUST 8, 2023

… Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Wegovy cut the risk of major heart complications by 20% in a closely watched trial, results that could streamline insurance coverage and spur even greater demand for the highly popular therapy , STAT reports. Hope you have a smashing day and, of course, do stay in touch.

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STAT

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Some experts and employers have been concerned that the drug-pricing policy reforms that will save money in Medicare could incentivize drugmakers to try to charge more to patients with other forms of insurance coverage. “One thing that I think is important to know is the inflation rebate is determined on the overall price.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Factors that affect the cost of an MRI The primary factors that can affect the cost of an MRI include insurance coverage, type of facility (inpatient or outpatient), location of MRI (area of the body), and geographic location. Your insurance deductibles, coinsurance, and copays all can contribute to the costs of an MRI.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Rybelsus vs. Ozempic: Insurance coverage and cost comparison Rybelsus and Ozempic are brand-name prescription medications manufactured by Novo Nordisk. In most cases, Rybelsus and Ozempic are covered by Medicare and private insurance plans when prescribed for Type 2 diabetes. Is Rybelsus more expensive than Ozempic?

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JANUARY 6, 2023

Is Mounjaro covered by insurance? As a newer medication, Mounjaro coverage by commercial insurance varies and Medicare and Medicaid most likely will not cover. You must be at least 18 years of age, a resident of the United States or Puerto Rico, and have eligible insurance coverage.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

MARCH 21, 2024

The good news is that those prices can vary based on factors like insurance coverage and the reason for taking it. Without insurance coverage, an Ozempic pen can cost $1,322.61 Plus, thanks to a discount from the drug’s manufacturer, you may be able to get it for as little as $25 per month. Here’s how. mg dosage pens.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Is Trulance covered by insurance? The manufacturer advertises that 86% of people with health insurance have access to Trulance, but insurance coverage may vary. Some health insurance plans do not cover Trulance. Without insurance, a month’s supply of Trulance has an average retail price of $770.

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