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A Patient's Voice Is Like No OtherThe pharmacy benefits industry can learn ways to streamline processes, make cost-effective changes, and increase efficiency by listening to patients with chronic illness.
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Potentially Inappropriate Prescribing of Direct-acting Oral Anticoagulants in the Veterans Health AdministrationThis study examines variations in overall use, and potentially inappropriate use, of non-warfarin direct-acting oral anticoagulants across sites within the Veterans Health Administration.
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Outpatient Cancer Center Cost Evaluation of Extended Beyond-Use Dating with a Closed-System Transfer DeviceThere is a constant balancing act for health care systems to provide the newest and most up-to-date care for patients while being financially responsible.
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Legislation Aims to Protect Children With Severe AllergiesPush continues for more access to EpiPens, but it is important to protect health care providers who administer the treatment.
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Obstetrical Patient Dies After Inadvertent Administration of Digoxin for Spinal AnesthesiaThe ampule of digoxin was accidentally taken from automated dispensing cabinet instead of bupivacaine
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Adherence Takes Hit During PandemicResulting economic decline Is forces many to make hard choices about medications, but pharmacists can increase awareness and offer solutions.
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Outcomes Associated With Primary and Secondary Nonadherence to Cholesterol MedicationsThis study evaluates the impact of primary and secondary nonadherence to cholesterol medication on low-density lipoprotein levels, emergency department visits, and hospitalizations.
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Pilot Pharmacoeconomic Analysis of Serum-derived Bovine Immunoglobulin Use in IBDThis pilot study analyzes the cost savings of utilizing a prescription medical food, serum-derived bovine immunoglobulin/protein isolate, for the management of inflammatory bowel disease in a small cohort.
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Electronic Health Information ExchangeThe increased emphasis on interoperability and interconnectedness in health care brings challenges and rewards to pharmacists.
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Rates of Stroke in HIV Patients Highest Among WomenA proposed mechanism underlying observed sex differences in HIV-associated vascular risk is increased immune activation in women.
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Healthcare Utilization and Costs for Insured Patients With FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia was related to a pattern of initial increase in utilization and costs, followed by a decrease 7 to 12 months after diagnosis.
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Impact of Initial Days' Supply of Angiotensin II Receptor BlockersFor ARB-class antihypertensive agents, we examined the association among initial prescription supply days (ie, 30- or 90-day) and adherence, hospitalization risk, and healthcare use.
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Practice Economics and the Decision to Prescribe Oral OncolyticsThis paper explores the economic incentives that oncologists face when deciding between oral and intravenous oncolytics and their impact on prescribing behavior.
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Management of Community-Acquired Pneumonia in AdultsHere is an overview of the key Issues for hospital pharmacists.
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Drivers of Change in Pharmacy Benefit ManagementExecutive-level pharmacy leaders in US managed care organizations identify how healthcare reform is driving changes in pharmacy benefit management.
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Resource Use Among Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation PatientsThis study assesses comparative resource use for patients given a new diagnosis of nonvalvular atrial fibrillation treated with dabigatran or warfarin in a real-world setting.
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Together Beyond COVID-19: A Look at the Future of the Pharmaceutical IndustryIn a short time, COVID-19 has increased our dependency on technology and pharmaceutical companies are actively investigating this digital transformation.
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Finding Your Passion in a Nontraditional Pharmacy Career PathPharmacy students are often told that there are many avenues to their pharmacy careers. This is especially true with the changing landscape of the profession.
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A Farewell to FrancesFrances Sochovka was an extraordinary woman. She was dad's favorite aunt, and I was quite fond of her.
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Uncovering Hidden Savings in the Hospital PharmacyThe shift from fee-based, volume-driven care to value-based, patient-centered care and the growth of specialty pharmaceuticals are propelling us all into uncharted territory, no matter what role you play in health care.
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Actions Following the FDA Compounding Priorities PlanFor a current compounder or someone looking to enter the space, it is imperative that their business remains on top of the latest compounding developments.
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Uncovering Hidden Savings in the Hospital PharmacyThe shift from fee-based, volume-driven care to value-based, patient-centered care and the growth of specialty pharmaceuticals are propelling us all into uncharted territory, no matter what role you play in health care.
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Geriatric Cancers Present Many Therapeutic ChallengesPharmacists should develop treatment plans with an active interdisciplinary team and patient involvement.
