Southern states have low insurance coverage, high costs, new report finds
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 12, 2021
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The US biosimilar market: Predictions for 2021
pharmaphorum
JANUARY 28, 2021
It’s important that the biosimilar market continue to build on the success established last year in 2021. Based on this momentum, we’re making three predictions for 2021: we will see increased competition within individual markets pay off, expansion in the biosimilar channel to include new therapeutic categories, and more regulatory support.
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Lilly defers Alzheimer’s drug filing after CMS’ ‘disappointing’ decision
pharmaphorum
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
Lilly is a little vague on when it will now file donanemab with the FDA – suggesting on its fourth quarter 2021 results call that it may do so later this year – but reiterated that it has little hope of the drug being used ahead of the readout of TRAILBLAZER-ALZ 2 in mid-2023.
Health insurance statistics 2023
The Checkup by Singlecare
MAY 17, 2023
Health insurance may be provided by an employer, found by an individual through the healthcare marketplace for their family and dependents, or provided by the government, depending on age and income level. How common is health insurance? of individuals had health insurance for all or some of 2021. ( Census Bureau, 91.7%
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What HCPs think about health equity in cancer care
pharmaphorum
JULY 15, 2021
Pierce, MD, FASTRO, FASCO selected the theme for the 2021 Annual Meeting: ‘Equity: Every Patient. While a theme constantly raised by HCPs advocating for their patients, the focus heightened in HCP online conversations at this ASCO’s 2021 virtual congress. Over 40% of those posts cited insurance companies alongside these access issues.
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Medical debt resources
The Checkup by Singlecare
MARCH 7, 2024
Additionally, medical debt can impact anyone, regardless of background or the quality of health insurance coverage. The prevalence of medical debt in the United States Today, more people have health insurance coverage than ever before because of the passage of the Affordable Care Act.
Semaglutide tablets vs. injection: Which is best?
The Checkup by Singlecare
MARCH 10, 2025
For example, a 2021 report published in Frontiers in Endocrinology showed that over 3056 weeks, injectable semaglutide reduced A1C numbers by 1.51.8%, while semaglutide tablets reduced them by 1.01.4%. However, Wegovy is another injectable semaglutide drug thats approved for weight management , which means some plans might cover it.
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The popular inhaler Flovent has been discontinued
The Checkup by Singlecare
JANUARY 4, 2024
Not all alternatives will have the same insurance coverage. In addition, it is still unclear which insurance providers will cover GSK’s new generic. Beginning on January 1, the original 100% cap on Medicaid drug rebates for drug manufacturers was eliminated following the passing of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021.
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Understanding and Adapting to the New Patient Journey
Pharma Marketing Network
MARCH 3, 2021
In the initial flurry of adapting, brands quickly augmented their plans to drive large-scale messages to patients and prospects: how to access telehealth, insurance coverage, and more. This likely is still the case as we move into 2021. Reassess the Patient Journey. Now, we must go deeper.
Does Medicare cover Ozempic?
The Checkup by Singlecare
MARCH 7, 2024
The truth is that its prices can vary depending on a lot of factors, including insurance coverage. Without insurance , Ozempic costs vary but average about $1,300 per pen (a month’s supply) depending on the dosage , where you live, and which pharmacy you use. How much does Ozempic cost? Does Medicare cover Ozempic?
MRI costs: What you’ll pay with and without insurance
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 26, 2023
To fix this issue, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced a new hospital price transparency rule that went into effect on January 1, 2021. Insurance coverage If you have insurance coverage, your out-of-pocket expenses for an MRI will vary depending on what your health plan or policy covers.
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Are COVID vaccines still free?
The Checkup by Singlecare
MARCH 25, 2025
Pfizer-BioNTech Approved in 2021, the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is called Comirnaty. Without insurance coverage, the price for Comirnaty can reach $276 per 0.3 Its available to people ages 12 and up, and there are versions for children too, but the dosing schedule depends on the childs age. mL of 30 mcg/0.3
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How much is Stelara without insurance?
The Checkup by Singlecare
MAY 17, 2024
| How to get Stelara without insurance Stelara (ustekinumab) is an intravenous prescription drug that can treat a range of autoimmune diseases, including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, plaque psoriasis, and active psoriatic arthritis. The drug’s list price without insurance coverage is over $25,000 every eight weeks.
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Can you really get Wegovy for $25 a month?
The Checkup by Singlecare
APRIL 30, 2024
It contains the active ingredient semaglutide and was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2021 for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or who are overweight with one or more weight-related conditions, such as high blood pressure or Type 2 diabetes. Wegovy is an injectable prescription medicine for weight loss.
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Is compounded semaglutide safe?
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 12, 2024
That has led to some people taking it off-label (for a non-FDA-approved use) for weight lossat least until the FDA approved Wegovy specifically for weight loss in 2021. The popularity of these drugs has led to shortages , which have opened up a market for compounded semaglutide. What is compounded semaglutide?
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Is it safe to take Jardiance and Trulicity together?
The Checkup by Singlecare
JULY 9, 2024
A study published in 2021 in Diabetes Care , a publication of the American Diabetes Association, found a dose-dependent relationship between dulaglutide, the active ingredient in Trulicity, and a reduction in blood sugar and body weight. Jardiance vs Trulicity: Cost Jardiance is more affordable than Trulicity before insurance or discounts.
Pharma’s ESG goals need to underscore push for health equity
Pharmaceutical Technology
OCTOBER 26, 2022
However, in GlobalData’s 2021 Global Management Insight Survey, 58.4% Major inequities are seen in drug development, hospital treatment, and insurance coverage. In the most recent 2021 report , data showed that 43% of Black people and 36% of Hispanic people received worse quality of care compared to white people in the US.
Release of International Book: “DTx An Opportunity for Italy and Beyond”
pharmaphorum
OCTOBER 7, 2021
Milan, Italy | October 5, 2021 – Originally published in January 2021 for Italian audiences, the international, updated version of “DTx: An Opportunity for Italy and Beyond” is now available in English.
How much is Nexplanon without insurance?
The Checkup by Singlecare
JANUARY 18, 2024
How much does Nexplanon cost without insurance? Without insurance coverage, individuals can expect varying costs. How to get Nexplanon without insurance While insurance can significantly reduce the cost of this birth control implant, many people may find it challenging to pay for Nexplanon without it.
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Wegovy vs. metformin: Differences, similarities & side effects
The Checkup by Singlecare
AUGUST 6, 2024
Wegovy is a relatively new drug manufactured by Novo Nordisk and approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2021. Wegovy vs. metformin: Insurance coverage and cost comparison As a brand-name drug, Wegovy is generally more expensive than metformin and less likely to be covered by insurance plans.
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Understanding and Adapting to the New Patient Journey
Pharma Marketing Network
MARCH 3, 2021
In the initial flurry of adapting, brands quickly augmented their plans to drive large-scale messages to patients and prospects: how to access telehealth, insurance coverage, and more. This likely is still the case as we move into 2021. Reassess the Patient Journey. Now, we must go deeper.
How much is Azstarys without insurance?
The Checkup by Singlecare
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Azstarys was FDA approved in 2021. Is Azstarys covered by insurance? Azstarys coverage depends entirely on whether your health insurance plan lists it on its drug formulary or the list of CNS stimulants covered by the plan. mg capsules of Azstarys $382 per 30, 39.2
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External control arms and debunking real-world data myths
pharmaphorum
AUGUST 31, 2021
Still, in 2021, we have seen the industry evolve and develop strategies on how to establish a viable ECA. In the US healthcare system, drug makers seek reimbursement from payers by conducting database and post-marketing studies in which ECAs are often leveraged for price negotiations and coverage.
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Zepbound vs. Wegovy for weight loss
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 5, 2024
In a clinical study for Wegovy (semaglutide) published in 2021, there were about 1,960 participants. Zepbound vs. Wegovy cost and coverage According to Lilly , private insurance coverage varies for Zepbound. Insurance plans that provide coverage for this medicine will generally require a prior authorization (PA) first.
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Mounjaro vs. Ozempic: Differences, similarities, and side effects
The Checkup by Singlecare
JANUARY 24, 2024
Drug overview & main differences | Conditions treated | Efficacy | Insurance coverage and cost comparison | Side effects | Drug interactions | Warnings | FAQ Mounjaro and Ozempic are two brand-name medications commonly prescribed for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. Will insurance pay for Mounjaro for weight loss?
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Qsymia vs. Wegovy: Differences, similarities & side effects
The Checkup by Singlecare
AUGUST 6, 2024
Wegovy was approved in 2021 for weight loss and contains the active ingredient semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. Qsymia vs. Wegovy: Insurance coverage and cost comparison Most commercial insurance and Medicare plans rarely cover weight-loss medications like Qsymia and Wegovy.
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How much is Novolog without insurance?
The Checkup by Singlecare
JULY 30, 2024
Without insurance, the average retail price of insulin aspart is $217 for one 10 mL vial of 100 units/mL. In 2021 , a private-label insulin called ReliOn Novolog was launched, which is the same drug as Novolog, just with the ReliOn name on the product. Is Novolog covered by insurance?
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How much is Semglee (insulin glargine-yfgn) without insurance?
The Checkup by Singlecare
JULY 3, 2024
Is Semglee covered by insurance? market for a few years, launching in late 2021. The presence or extent of Semglee insurance coverage may vary from insurance plan to insurance plan. Semglee has been present in the U.S. It has been adopted into the formularies of some commercial and medicare drug plans.
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Top Performing Drug – Trikafta/Kaftrio (May Edition)
PharmaShots
MAY 24, 2023
In 2022, Vertex Pharma’s net product revenue spiked by 18%, vs. 2021, mainly due to influx of Trikafta in multiple countries internationally and the growing performance of Trikafta in the U.S. Limited Coverage: Insurance coverage and reimbursement policies may vary, leading to potential barriers for some patients in accessing Trikafta.
How to take care of your BIPOC patients
The Checkup by Singlecare
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Medical Care Research and Review (2013) Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health Insurance Coverage: Dynamics of Gaining and Losing Coverage over the Life-Course. PLoS One (2021) The post How to take care of your BIPOC patients appeared first on The Checkup. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (2018) Implicit Bias.
MTHFR, Hashimoto’s and Nutrients
The Thyroid Pharmacist
AUGUST 4, 2023
However, some may be concerned with this genetic information getting reported on insurance or to employers. There have been concerns that having the MTHFR variation or elevated homocysteine levels could potentially interfere with future insurance coverage, that may limit pre-existing conditions. May 7, 2021. Annu Rev Med.
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Can you take Contrave and Wegovy together?
The Checkup by Singlecare
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Wegovy is made by Novo Nordisk and was approved by the FDA in 2021. It works by acting like a natural hormone called GLP-1, helping control appetite by affecting areas of the brain that manage food intake.
Wegovy vs. phentermine: Differences, similarities & side effects
The Checkup by Singlecare
JUNE 18, 2024
For example, Wegovy is a brand-name drug approved in 2021, while phentermine is a generic drug approved in 1959. Wegovy vs. phentermine: Insurance coverage and cost comparison Insurance plans do not always cover weight-loss medications. Despite their similar uses, Wegovy and phentermine are quite different.
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Cyltezo vs. Humira: Differences, similarities & side effects
The Checkup by Singlecare
JUNE 7, 2024
Boehringer Ingelheim’s Cyltezo received FDA approval as a biosimilar in 2017 and then received approval as an interchangeable biosimilar product in 2021. Cyltezo vs. Humira: Insurance coverage and cost comparison Cyltezo and Humira are specialty drugs, which means you will get them from a specialty pharmacy.
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Industrial and Medical Exoskeleton: Current Landscape and Future Market Outlook
Roots Analysis
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
It is worth highlighting that over 1,100 patents were filed in 2022 and 2021, whereas close to 130 patents were granted in both years. Nevertheless, challenges persist, notably in securing insurance coverage and reimbursement from third-party payors, leading to cautious adoption by healthcare providers.
Top Performing Drug – Enbrel (June Edition)
PharmaShots
JUNE 28, 2023
In 2020 and 2021, this decrease was driven by lower net selling price, unit demand, and unfavorable changes in inventory, partially offset by favorable changes to estimated sales deductions and inventory.
Pharmacists’ Biggest Secret (About Themselves)
The People's Pharmacy
MAY 1, 2023
(Insurance companies are primarily concerned with getting people off expensive brand name drugs and switching them to cheap generics.) Prevention would at least theoretically be given much more emphasis under national health insurance. 19), our medical system is 97.5 percent treatment and 2.5 percent prevention.
FDA grants approval for 8-year Liletta
The Checkup by Singlecare
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
IUD costs vary , depending on your insurance coverage, the specific brand of IUD, and the facility where you have it inserted. While many insurance plans may cover most or even all of the cost of an IUD , lower prices are always better. Mirena—up to 8 years. Mirena coupons. Paragard—up to 10 years.
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Saxenda vs. Wegovy price comparison
The Checkup by Singlecare
APRIL 30, 2024
Saxenda vs. Wegovy: Price and insurance coverage Without insurance, a monthly supply of Saxenda is typically around $1,802 per 5, 3 mL of 18 mg/3 mL pen injector (about 30 days, depending on your dosage schedule). General insurance coverage varies widely for weight loss drugs. average weight loss* 15.8%
Breast cancer statistics 2023
The Checkup by Singlecare
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Cancer Communications , 2021) Breast cancer statistics in the United States It is estimated that in 2023, around 297,790 breast cancer cases in women will be diagnosed in the U.S. National Cancer Institute , 2021) It is not always possible to get insurance coverage for cancer treatment. WHO , 2023) In 2020, there were 2.3
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10 Facts About Thyroid Disease
The Thyroid Pharmacist
MAY 19, 2023
Luckily, even without insurance coverage, this medication is available in generic form and is very affordable, usually costing between $15 to 40 USD per month. June, 2021. Published 2021 Aug 16. Published 2021 Mar 5. This means that it turns off the cells that cause autoimmunity! [20] 2019;36(Suppl 2):47-58.
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Finding Your Root Cause: Key Lab Tests
The Thyroid Pharmacist
JULY 28, 2023
Insurance Coverage/Interpretation : All of the thyroid tests listed above should be covered on insurance, if the practitioner who orders them is an MD, DO, PA or NP. Insurance Coverage/Interpretation : SIBO has become more accepted by mainstream medicine in recent years. You also have self-order options.
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STAT+: Medicare’s new proposal to cover medical devices draws a mixed reaction
STAT
JUNE 30, 2023
The medical device industry is split on whether a proposed new Medicare reimbursement pathway will do anything to soothe their insurance coverage woes. Device makers have long complained that the unclear, rocky road to payment kills innovative companies. They hoped private payers would follow suit.
STAT+: Lawmakers press CMS to release new breakthrough device coverage rule
STAT
MAY 10, 2023
They echoed a prevalent concern of medical device makers: that when device companies struggle to obtain insurance coverage, it discourages device innovation and limits patient options.
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