Sun.Oct 30, 2022

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What the Inflation Reduction Act means for pharmacies

Natalia Mazina

Earlier this year, the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act (a.k.a. Build Back Better Act) which was heavily covered in press. I will only focus on what the Act has in store for pharmacies and will highlight the most important provisions for the pharmacy industry. The Act – at its core – gives CMS ability to negotiate drug prices for Medicare and Medicaid plans.

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Bonus Features – October 30, 2022 – 46% of Americans have gone into debt paying medical bills, 41% say retail and virtual care experiences are disjointed, and more

Healthcare IT Today

Welcome to the weekly edition of Healthcare IT Today Bonus Features. This article will be a weekly roundup of interesting stories, product announcements, new hires, partnerships, research studies, awards, sales, and more. Because there’s so much happening out there in healthcare IT we aren’t able to cover in our full articles, we still want to make sure you’re informed of all the latest news, announcements, and stories happening to help you better do your job.

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Enhanced Oncology Care Models for the Future of Cancer Care

HealthIT Answers

New On Demand Healthcare Upside/Down: With guest Jessica Turgon, a principal at ECG and co-leader of the firm’s Oncology Services practice. On this episode, Jessica describes the factors driving the high costs of cancer care and what it will take to bring those costs down. The post Enhanced Oncology Care Models for the Future of Cancer Care appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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New Zealand's national health plan seeks 'greater use' of digital tools

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

An interim national health plan in New Zealand underscores the contribution of digital tools in allowing the health system to provide more care in homes and communities. Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand and Te Aka Whai Ora – M?ori Health Authority have jointly developed the interim Te Pae Tata New Zealand Health Plan 2022 which outlines a range of tasks in building a "unified, affordable and sustainable" health system.

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Optimizing Medical Waste Management: A Guide to Best Practices

Feeling overwhelmed by medical waste regulations? This comprehensive guide unravels the complexities of medical waste disposal, ensuring you stay compliant and prioritize safety. Inside you'll find: Clear categorization: Learn to precisely classify medical waste for proper handling and disposal. Labeling & Storage: Discover best practices for clear labeling and secure storage of medical waste.

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What You Need to Know About the October 6 Information Blocking Deadline

HealthIT Answers

By Chris Emper & Andy Riedel - After many attempts to get the ONC to delay the 10/6 deadline, there was no relief. Here is a quick guide to?the October 6 Information Blocking Deadline. The post What You Need to Know About the October 6 Information Blocking Deadline appeared first on Health IT Answers.