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Considerations for Hernia Patients when Selecting a Surgeon

Putting Patients First Blog

The Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative (ACHQC) believes it is our obligation to listen and offer suggestions to help patients navigate the decision-making process. Communication Style and Approachability: It is important that you feel comfortable with your surgeon. Is there a dedicated focus on abdominal core health?

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NHC Comments on Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year (CY) 2025 for Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies

Putting Patients First Blog

Under the new Manufacturer Discount Program, manufacturers will be required to provide discounts on applicable drugs during the initial coverage phase and catastrophic phase of the defined standard Part D drug benefit.

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NHC Comments on Draft CY 2025 Part D Redesign Program Instructions

Putting Patients First Blog

Ensure Comprehensive Transparency in Formulary Management: Provide clear, comprehensive guidelines to Part D plans to ensure transparency in plan coverage, tiering, and utilization management (UM) policies, offering safeguards against practices that could restrict access to necessary treatments.

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NHC’s comments in response to the 2025 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters (NBPP)

Putting Patients First Blog

Making available more specific information about total costs and coverage will ensure that all consumers have comprehensive information to help them make smart health care decisions. These resources should aim to clarify insurance terms and concepts, aiding consumers in navigating the complexities of selecting a health plan.

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NHC Comments on HPMS Solicitation

Putting Patients First Blog

This is not a venue that patients and their advocates have access to, as health insurance plans are the primary users of the portal. CMS must ensure stakeholders have ample opportunity to provide input throughout the implementation and adjustment process. A simple 30-day comment period process will likely not be sufficient.

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How Pharmacists Can Use Artificial Intelligence To Advance Their Practice: Insights From ChatGPT

ID Stewardship

BCPS, BCIDP Article Posted 7 June 2023 With the exception of the questions in bold, this entire text was written by ChatGPT. We’ll dive into the many ways AI can assist pharmacists, from streamlining medication dispensing processes to enhancing patient education. Interview with: ChatGPT by OpenAI Interview by: Timothy P.

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MTHFR, Hashimoto’s and Nutrients

The Thyroid Pharmacist

4] One of the key things to note is that this gene variation also prevents people from properly methylating, which is one of the body’s key detox processes that helps them get rid of toxins. However, some may be concerned with this genetic information getting reported on insurance or to employers.