In this segment, Dr. Susan Urba, University of Michigan, Comprehensive Cancer Center, talks about treatment guidelines and decisions relevant to chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) in a managed care setting.
In addition, Dr. Urba warns of the consequences associated with the treatment of CINV when cost concerns impact best practices. Often, these consequences can include increased costs from uncontrolled symptoms and potential hospital admission due to dehydration.
Navigating Sport-Related Neurospine Injuries, Surgery, and Managed Care
February 25th 2025On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with Arthur L. Jenkins III, MD, FACS, CEO of Jenkins NeuroSpine, to explore the intersection of advanced surgical care for sport-related neurospine injuries and managed care systems.
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Bridging Education Gaps in Treatment for Scarring Alopecia With Innovative Approaches
March 28th 2025Crystal Aguh, MD, FAAD, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine faculty, highlights the critical need for comprehensive education on hair loss across diverse hair types, stressing the importance of understanding inflammatory pathways for developing targeted therapies.
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Varied Access: The Pharmacogenetic Testing Coverage Divide
February 18th 2025On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with the author of a study published in the February 2025 issue of The American Journal of Managed Care® to uncover significant differences in coverage decisions for pharmacogenetic tests across major US health insurers.
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Dermatologists Advocating for Inclusive Hair Loss Research and Treatment in the African Diaspora
March 26th 2025Crystal Aguh, MD, FAAD, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine faculty, advocates for increased funding and education to address hair loss disparities within the African diaspora, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive treatment and research.
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