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STAT+: What to know about this summer’s landmark Wegovy heart health study

STAT

At some point this summer, the drugmaker Novo Nordisk will release results from a closely watched study that, if successful, could further uncork demand for new obesity medications, streamline insurance coverage for the therapies, and demonstrate long-lasting health benefits. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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How much is Qulipta without insurance?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Some people may get insurance coverage for their Qulipta prescriptions, but without insurance or Medicare, 30, 60 milligram (mg) tablets cost close to $1,500. Is Qulipta covered by insurance? It depends on the specific insurance company and plan. Check the formulary or contact the insurance provider to find out. “I’ve

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How much is Ambien without insurance?

The Checkup by Singlecare

The value of a good night’s sleep may seem priceless, but at $790 for 30, 10 mg tablets of brand-name Ambien without health insurance , the cost could be prohibitive. With a SingleCare coupon, the same amount of zolpidem can be had for only $10 without insurance. Is Ambien covered by insurance? mg tablets $20 per 30, 12.5

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Playing an Active Role in Treatment Yields More Confidence in Patients

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While there is no concrete definition, a meta-analysis of Health Union’s 2019 large scale, condition-specific In America surveys uncovers certain attitudes and behaviors associated with this mindset. But what does playing an active role in treatment really mean?

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Oral Semaglutide Clinical Pearls

Med Ed 101

It is definitely exciting to have more options for patients, even though we know there will inevitably be insurance coverage hurdles to jump through. I recently received a text from a friend about the use of oral semaglutide in a patient with diabetes. Here are a few things that you should remember about this first […].

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How to help patients taking controlled medications

The Checkup by Singlecare

Definition of a controlled substance The United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is the government agency responsible for regulating controlled substances at the federal level. The chart below summarizes the DEA’s definition of controlled substance schedules and lists common examples.

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Pharmacists’ Biggest Secret (About Themselves)

The People's Pharmacy

Go with the Flow and Don’t Make Waves: By mindlessly filling a relentless torrent of prescriptions, we are doing what our alma mater, our professional associations, our spouse, our parents, state boards of pharmacy, Big Pharma, Big Insurance, Big Chain Drug, etc. Why Don’t Insurance Companies Push Prevention More Vigorously?