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06/02/2023
Hannah Musick
A new study showed Medicaid expansion in the United States was associated with increased receipt of timely, guideline-concordant breast cancer treatment and improved survival for young adult women.
A new study showed Medicaid expansion in the United States was associated with increased receipt of timely, guideline-concordant breast cancer treatment and improved survival for young adult women.
A new study showed Medicaid...
06/02/2023
First Report Managed Care
Conference Coverage
06/02/2023
Hannah Musick
Researchers at the 2023 ASCO Annual Meeting compared data on breast cancer cases in 3 national databases to identify differences in case coverage.
Researchers at the 2023 ASCO Annual Meeting compared data on breast cancer cases in 3 national databases to identify differences in case coverage.
Researchers at the 2023 ASCO...
06/02/2023
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News
02/02/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Using data from more than 500,000 women treated in Veterans Affairs facilities, researchers evaluated associations between breast cancer diagnoses and history of deployment.
Using data from more than 500,000 women treated in Veterans Affairs facilities, researchers evaluated associations between breast cancer diagnoses and history of deployment.
Using data from more than...
02/02/2023
Veterans Health Today
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Conference Coverage
06/10/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Findings presented at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting suggest there are disparities in care for Black women with triple-negative breast cancer as compared with White women.
Findings presented at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting suggest there are disparities in care for Black women with triple-negative breast cancer as compared with White women.
Findings presented at the 2022...
06/10/2022
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Conference Coverage
06/10/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Investigators at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting compared symptoms in patients receiving either ribociclib or abemaciclib in combination with endocrine therapy in the front-line setting for HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer.
Investigators at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting compared symptoms in patients receiving either ribociclib or abemaciclib in combination with endocrine therapy in the front-line setting for HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer.
Investigators at the 2022 ASCO...
06/10/2022
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Conference Coverage
06/10/2022
Samantha Matthews
Costs related to metastatic breast cancer vary by receptor subtype as well as the number of years postdiagnosis, according to research presented at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting.
Costs related to metastatic breast cancer vary by receptor subtype as well as the number of years postdiagnosis, according to research presented at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting.
Costs related to metastatic...
06/10/2022
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Conference Coverage
06/07/2022
Samantha Matthews
“Clinical benefit was maintained regardless of alterations in most biomarkers, including ESR1 and genes implicated in CDK4/6i resistance, consistent with alpelisib targeting the PIK3CA driver oncogene,” wrote researchers.
“Clinical benefit was maintained regardless of alterations in most biomarkers, including ESR1 and genes implicated in CDK4/6i resistance, consistent with alpelisib targeting the PIK3CA driver oncogene,” wrote researchers.
“Clinical benefit was maintained...
06/07/2022
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Conference Coverage
06/06/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
A multicenter study of real-world practices in China showed palbociclib plus endocrine therapy was efficacious among patients with HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer.
A multicenter study of real-world practices in China showed palbociclib plus endocrine therapy was efficacious among patients with HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer.
A multicenter study of...
06/06/2022
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Conference Coverage
06/06/2022
Samantha Matthews
Researchers at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting shared promising results from a trial examining the effect of dosage modifications on overall survival among postmenopausal patients with HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer.
Researchers at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting shared promising results from a trial examining the effect of dosage modifications on overall survival among postmenopausal patients with HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer.
Researchers at the 2022 ASCO...
06/06/2022
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Commentary
09/01/2021
In this commentary, the Icario team showcases engagement strategies to bridge gaps in breast cancer care after the COVID-19 pandemic reduced number of screenings and exacerbated barriers to access.
In this commentary, the Icario team showcases engagement strategies to bridge gaps in breast cancer care after the COVID-19 pandemic reduced number of screenings and exacerbated barriers to access.
In this commentary, the Icario...
09/01/2021
First Report Managed Care
William Audeh, MD, MS
Videos
06/11/2021
Julie Gould
William Audeh, MD, MS, chief medical officer for Agendia, discusses the results of the MINDACT study, including how genomic risk scoring in women with breast cancer could successfully prevent unnecessary chemotherapy treatment, as well as the...
William Audeh, MD, MS, chief medical officer for Agendia, discusses the results of the MINDACT study, including how genomic risk scoring in women with breast cancer could successfully prevent unnecessary chemotherapy treatment, as well as the...
William Audeh, MD, MS, chief...
06/11/2021
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News
02/02/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Using data from more than 500,000 women treated in Veterans Affairs facilities, researchers evaluated associations between breast cancer diagnoses and history of deployment.
Using data from more than 500,000 women treated in Veterans Affairs facilities, researchers evaluated associations between breast cancer diagnoses and history of deployment.
Using data from more than...
02/02/2023
Veterans Health Today
News
08/27/2026
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Researchers found that posttransplant maintenance therapy for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) was associated with greater health care utilization and higher pharmacy costs, although total health care costs were not significantly increased.
Researchers found that posttransplant maintenance therapy for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) was associated with greater health care utilization and higher pharmacy costs, although total health care costs were not significantly increased.
Researchers found that...
08/27/2026
First Report Managed Care
News
08/27/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Researchers evaluated treatment patterns and care costs among patients with chronic hand eczema, outlining varied disease presentation, extensive use of corticosteroids, and care costs that increase with treatment intensity.
Researchers evaluated treatment patterns and care costs among patients with chronic hand eczema, outlining varied disease presentation, extensive use of corticosteroids, and care costs that increase with treatment intensity.
Researchers evaluated treatment...
08/27/2026
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News
08/24/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A study found that among employees with obesity, GLP-1 RA use was associated with higher medical costs but no significant differences in absenteeism or short-term disability days, highlighting the need for further research into their...
A study found that among employees with obesity, GLP-1 RA use was associated with higher medical costs but no significant differences in absenteeism or short-term disability days, highlighting the need for further research into their...
A study found that among...
08/24/2026
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News
08/24/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A study found that the Inflation Reduction Act’s cap on out-of-pocket spending among Medicare beneficiaries was associated with increased medication prescriptions and usage, indicating significant improvements in drug access.
A study found that the Inflation Reduction Act’s cap on out-of-pocket spending among Medicare beneficiaries was associated with increased medication prescriptions and usage, indicating significant improvements in drug access.
A study found that the Inflation...
08/24/2026
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News
08/21/2026
Rebecca Amrick
In a panel hosted by the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) Market Insights, experts in dermatology and managed care discussed various health disparities for patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, suggesting strategies and...
In a panel hosted by the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) Market Insights, experts in dermatology and managed care discussed various health disparities for patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, suggesting strategies and...
In a panel hosted by the Academy...
08/21/2026
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Behind the Bill
08/21/2026
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
The FDA’s proposed Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) VIII and Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA) IV agreements aim to streamline drug reviews, strengthen sponsor communication, and accelerate generic competition as Congress...
The FDA’s proposed Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) VIII and Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA) IV agreements aim to streamline drug reviews, strengthen sponsor communication, and accelerate generic competition as Congress...
The FDA’s proposed Prescription...
08/21/2026
First Report Managed Care
News
08/21/2026
Rebecca Amrick
In a simulation analysis of 100 000 adolescents with severe obesity, metabolic and bariatric surgery showed promise as a cost-effective long-term treatment, with sleeve gastrectomy being associated with the lowest costs per year gained.
In a simulation analysis of 100 000 adolescents with severe obesity, metabolic and bariatric surgery showed promise as a cost-effective long-term treatment, with sleeve gastrectomy being associated with the lowest costs per year gained.
In a simulation analysis of 100...
08/21/2026
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News
08/19/2026
Hannah Musick
Recent advances in chronic myeloid leukemia are expanding treatment options and supporting a more individualized approach that balances molecular response, toxicity, treatment-free remission goals, comorbidities, and cost.
Recent advances in chronic myeloid leukemia are expanding treatment options and supporting a more individualized approach that balances molecular response, toxicity, treatment-free remission goals, comorbidities, and cost.
Recent advances in chronic...
08/19/2026
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News
08/18/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A systematic review of clinical trials examining the impact of Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors on skin conditions found that they demonstrated higher efficacy and comparable safety when compared with a placebo.
A systematic review of clinical trials examining the impact of Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors on skin conditions found that they demonstrated higher efficacy and comparable safety when compared with a placebo.
A systematic review of clinical...
08/18/2026
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News
08/17/2026
Hannah Musick
US prescription drug prices declined substantially in 2026 as the Trump Administration advanced new pricing initiatives, although independent analyses indicate that the policies’ long-term effects on patient affordability and health plan...
US prescription drug prices declined substantially in 2026 as the Trump Administration advanced new pricing initiatives, although independent analyses indicate that the policies’ long-term effects on patient affordability and health plan...
US prescription drug prices...
08/17/2026
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Insights

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Commentary
09/01/2021
In this commentary, the Icario team showcases engagement strategies to bridge gaps in breast cancer care after the COVID-19 pandemic reduced number of screenings and exacerbated barriers to access.
In this commentary, the Icario team showcases engagement strategies to bridge gaps in breast cancer care after the COVID-19 pandemic reduced number of screenings and exacerbated barriers to access.
In this commentary, the Icario...
09/01/2021
First Report Managed Care
William Audeh, MD, MS
Videos
06/11/2021
Julie Gould
William Audeh, MD, MS, chief medical officer for Agendia, discusses the results of the MINDACT study, including how genomic risk scoring in women with breast cancer could successfully prevent unnecessary chemotherapy treatment, as well as the...
William Audeh, MD, MS, chief medical officer for Agendia, discusses the results of the MINDACT study, including how genomic risk scoring in women with breast cancer could successfully prevent unnecessary chemotherapy treatment, as well as the...
William Audeh, MD, MS, chief...
06/11/2021
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Podcasts
06/03/2021
Julie Gould
Joanne Mortimer, MD, director of women’s cancer programs at City of Hope, discusses the unique challenges of treating breast cancer, the importance of patient-centered treatment, and what payers can do to better accommodate patient needs...
Joanne Mortimer, MD, director of women’s cancer programs at City of Hope, discusses the unique challenges of treating breast cancer, the importance of patient-centered treatment, and what payers can do to better accommodate patient needs...
Joanne Mortimer, MD, director of...
06/03/2021
First Report Managed Care
Podcasts
05/06/2021
Alison Conlin, MD, MPH, medical oncologist, Providence Cancer Institute, stresses the importance of research in breast cancer care and says the stressors and outcomes of the pandemic share similarity to those of a cancer-related outcomes.
Alison Conlin, MD, MPH, medical oncologist, Providence Cancer Institute, stresses the importance of research in breast cancer care and says the stressors and outcomes of the pandemic share similarity to those of a cancer-related outcomes.
Alison Conlin, MD, MPH, medical...
05/06/2021
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Podcasts
02/19/2021
William Rayford Gwin III, MD, medical oncologist, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, breaks down some common challenges in treating breast cancer that make it unique compared to other types of cancer, and provides some risk reducing strategies for...
William Rayford Gwin III, MD, medical oncologist, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, breaks down some common challenges in treating breast cancer that make it unique compared to other types of cancer, and provides some risk reducing strategies for...
William Rayford Gwin III, MD,...
02/19/2021
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Podcasts
01/07/2021
Jairam Krishnamurthy, MD, FACP, assistant professor of medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center, reviews what it is like to navigate through breast cancer care with the whole care team—including the patient, pharmacists, other...
Jairam Krishnamurthy, MD, FACP, assistant professor of medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center, reviews what it is like to navigate through breast cancer care with the whole care team—including the patient, pharmacists, other...
Jairam Krishnamurthy, MD, FACP,...
01/07/2021
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Podcasts
12/09/2020
Victor G Vogel, MD, medical oncologist, Geisinger Health System, discusses a variety of risk reducing strategies for breast cancer, including why some are “overdue,” explains why there is a lack in the uptake of medications among patients...
Victor G Vogel, MD, medical oncologist, Geisinger Health System, discusses a variety of risk reducing strategies for breast cancer, including why some are “overdue,” explains why there is a lack in the uptake of medications among patients...
Victor G Vogel, MD, medical...
12/09/2020
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