Podcast: This Week in Managed Care - Drug Cost Blame Game, and Other News

Over half of the US adult population may benefit from semaglutide, a drug primarily used for weight loss and diabetes, although concerns about access and cost persist, especially considering its potential for wider health applications.

The Wellness Way facility was designed to improve access to comprehensive outpatient care and address social determinants of health for a diverse patient population.

New research suggests previous assumptions about the pathogenesis of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) are inadequate.

Prompt care supports mental well-being, as hidradenitis suppurativa is often associated with depression and anxiety due to its physical and social challenges.

Patients with chronic liver disease who were unable to establish care were 85% more likely to require recurrent hospitalizations. This group included a disproportionate number of women and individuals with physical limitations affecting their health.

This is how health care organizations are addressing compliance pressures, cybersecurity threats, and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) amid resource constraints and evolving regulations.