FDA issues new opioid prescribing guidelines
(By Maia Anderson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) The FDA has issued new rules related to the prescribing of opioid
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Part D/Prescription Drugs
Staying on top of your Medicare
As 2020 is coming to a close, it’s important to ensure you stay on the best track for a new
Read MoreCMS issues final rule to promote value-based purchasing of drugs
(By Alia Paavola for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS issued a final rule Dec. 21 to make it easier for states,
Read MoreCleveland Clinic to launch breast cancer vaccine trial this spring
(By Mackenzie Bean for Becker’s Hospital Review ) Cleveland Clinic will conduct a clinical trial for a breast cancer vaccine
Read MoreWhat is Medicare?
Medicare is a federal health plan for people aged 65 years and over that was signed into law in 1965
Read MoreWhat is a Medicare drug list?
What is a formulary list? It is the Medicare’s list of covered medications, covers both brand name and generic prescription
Read MoreWhy do brand-name drugs cost so much more than generics?
The U.S. spent $450 billion on prescription drug costs, and spending is projected to increase to $610 billion by 2021.
Read More$200 Medicare drug discount cards get key approval
(By Maia Anderson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) A nonprofit group that helps the IRS set the standards for health
Read MoreFDA approves Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use
(By Ayla Ellison for Becker’s Hospital Review ) The FDA has authorized the first COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use in
Read MoreFederal panel to settle 340B disputes between hospitals, drugmakers
(By Maia Anderson for Becker’s Hospital Review) The Health Resources & Services Administration Dec. 10 released a final rule that
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