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STAT+: Tennessee officials find Express Scripts violated law governing commercial pharmacy claims

STAT

In an unusual move, an audit of commercial health plans by Tennessee officials found that Express Scripts, one of the largest pharmacy benefit managers in the United States, violated state laws in its dealings with pharmacies, according to newly released documents. Specifically, the company failed to properly reimburse pharmacies, favored its own specialty pharmacy operations by paying higher dispensing fees than to other pharmacies, and did not properly handle appeals filed by pharmacies, accor

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March/April OTC Product Roundup: Allergies

Drug Topics

Allergy season is here. Help your patients tackle sneezing, itching, and congestion with this guide to the best OTC treatments.

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Déjà Vu: OPDP Again Targets Provider Branded Website of Accelerated Approval Drug in Second Untitled Letter of 2025

The FDA Law Blog

By Sarah Wicks & Dara Katcher Levy FDAs Office of Prescription Drug Promotion (OPDP) issued its second Untitled Letter of 2025 to Taiho Oncology (Taiho) for a healthcare provider branded website for its drug LYTGOBI (futibatinib). This letter, dated March 21, 2025, cites Taihos false or misleading representations about the benefits of the drug, which is considered misbranding under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

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Orthostatic Hypotension Case Study

Med Ed 101

JR is an 88-year-old female who reports increasing episodes of dizziness upon standing over the past month. She describes it as a lightheaded sensation that lasts about 1015 seconds after getting up from bed or a chair. From a medical standpoint, we would likely call this orthostatic hypotension. She denies chest pain, palpitations, or visual […] The post Orthostatic Hypotension Case Study appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Pharma Brands and the 2025 Shifting Strategy

Pharma Marketing Network

Can pharma brands remain relevant in a digital-first healthcare economy? As the industry pivots toward patient empowerment, AI-enabled solutions, and content-driven search, the real challenge isnt visibilityits authority. Much like the shift from blockbuster drugs to targeted therapies, digital transformation demands new approaches. In this article, well unpack the most effective SEO marketing strategies that align with pharma brands and the 2025 shifting strategyhelping you drive organic traffi

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Trump is ‘fully fit’ to serve as commander in chief, his doctor says after recent physical

STAT

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Donald Trump’s doctor says the oldest man to be elected president is “fully fit” to serve as commander in chief as the White House released the results of Trump’s physical exam from Friday. Trump is 78, and his physician, Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella, cited what he said is Trump’s “active lifestyle” and said it “continues to contribute significantly” to the Republican president’s well-being.

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