That is the title of a new paper with Shanshan Wang, Jaehong Kim, and Slaven Sikirica that has the subtitle “Budget impact analysis from the US payer perspective.” That abstract is below: BACKGROUND:Heart failure (HF) is a leading cause of […]

Engaging in data sharing, observational cohort research, and deeper analysis of available data to yield further insights can drive improved results for patients, making label and cohort extension faster and more robust. The post How Real-World Data […]

Two Chairs, which offers hybrid behavioral health care, expanded its presence from three states to 22 states. This expansion gives millions of people access to therapy services, as Two Chairs’ services are now available to 75% of the U.S. […]

A new report from the Private Equity Stakeholder Project reveals that private equity firms have been increasingly acquiring intellectual and developmental disability providers and implementing cost-cutting strategies that reduce care quality. The […]

The FDA granted marketing authorization to a Visby Medical at-home PCR test for three common sexually transmitted infections. The Visby test yields results in about 30 minutes. The post PCR Comes to the Home With FDA Authorization of Visby’s OTC […]

It’s critical that healthcare organizations delivering on the program’s promise not be torpedoed by the “bad actors” The post The Case for 340B Done Right appeared first on MedCity News.

To reduce overdose rates in the U.S., leaders must recognize the impact of medication-assisted treatment in correctional facilities. The post Unlocking the Potential: Medication Assisted Therapies for Opioid Substance Use Disorder in Correctional […]

Measles outbreak expands to 19 states. Commercial health plan coverage of accelerated approval drugs…and a recent case study. Extending IRA drug price negotiation to commercial plans? ‘Kennedy Turns to a Discredited Vaccine Skeptic for Autism […]

Medicaid and SNAP cuts could lead to 1 million jobs lost in just 2026, according to a new report from the Commonwealth Fund and the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health. The post Report: How Medicaid/SNAP Cuts Could […]

About 90% of healthcare organizations are insecurely connected to the internet and running systems vulnerable to exploitation by ransomware gangs, according to new research. It also found that 78% of providers have made ransomware payments of […]

Novo Nordisk gets global rights to Lexicon Pharmaceuticals’ LX9851, an oral small molecule with a first-in-class approach to sparking weight loss. The licensing agreement comes months after Lexicon reported encouraging preclinical data from tests […]

By focusing on prevention, collaboration, and data-driven innovation, community health programs are ensuring resources are used more effectively and patient care is proactive rather than reactive. The post How Community Health Programs are Reducing […]

By prioritizing staff education, starting small with practical applications, and establishing clear guidelines, local health departments can lay the foundation for sustainable AI adoption. This approach ultimately enhances efficiency, improves […]

This is a new organization that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to create, consolidating the functions of many federal health organizations and cutting significant staff.  The Guardian reports: Robert F Kennedy Jr said the nation’s health agencies […]

TrampolineAI launched out of Redesign Health to help health plans with their contact centers. The post Startup Launches To Offer Payers an AI-Powered Contact Center Platform appeared first on MedCity News.

Soleno Therapeutics’ Vykat XR is now FDA approved for treating hyperphagia, or excessive hunger, in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome. The once-daily pill is the first approved therapy for this rare disease, a leading cause of childhood obesity. […]

The Trump administration recently cancelled billions of dollars in funding to the NIH. Healthcare experts say the funding cuts will delay the pace of medical research in the U.S. — which will not only hamper the commercialization of life-saving […]

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Audrey Jiricko, senior medical director of women’s health at Intermountain Health. She discusses how the organization is screening women for intimate partner violence. The post MedCity FemFwd: The Link […]

When systems integrate better, every minute saved by removing roadblocks is a minute given back to clinicians and patient care. It’s time for vendors in this space to treat interoperability as a core business strategy rather than a buzzword or […]

[Sponsored] The ongoing nursing shortage facilitates high turnover rates since nurses know they won’t have difficulties finding new jobs. In order to retain and attract staff, it’s in a facility’s best interest to understand what nurses want. […]

Enhancing the accessibility of trustworthy medicines information and the availability of SRDs while also improving search technologies will ensure HCPs can quickly obtain accurate answers to their specific questions.  The post The Challenges Of […]

The annual growth rate of spending for traditional drugs increased from 2.1% in 2021 to 12.8% in 2024, according to Evernorth Research Institute. The post Report: Traditional Drug Costs Outpace Specialty Due to GLP-1 Demand appeared first on MedCity […]

The FDA approved GSK antibiotic Blujepa as a treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections. The drug’s novel mechanism of action addresses a broader range of pathogens and could offer a way to lower the potential for drug resistance. The […]

Finalists in the Pitch Perfect contest at INVEST, scheduled for May 20-21 in Chicago at the Willis Tower, span medtech for asthma, diabetic neuropathy, Parkinson’s disease, and more. Register today! The post Check Out the Future of Medtech: A […]

If marketing’s participation isn’t already incorporated into a company’s official product development process, they’re missing the boat. The post Marketing’s Untapped Opportunity in the Medical Product Lifecycle appeared first on MedCity […]