Formulary

FTC to Ramp Up Enforcement Against Any Illegal Rebate Schemes, Bribes to Prescription Drug Middleman That Block Cheaper Drugs

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Monday, October 31, 2022

The Federal Trade Commission announced that it will ramp up enforcement against any illegal bribes and rebate schemes that block patients access to competing lower-cost drugs.

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  • The Federal Trade Commission announced that it will ramp up enforcement against any illegal bribes and rebate schemes that block patients access to competing lower-cost drugs.
  • The agency will use its full range of legal authorities to combat illegal prescription drug practices that foreclose competition and harm patients.
  • Todays action should put the entire prescription drug industry on notice: when we see illegal rebate practices that foreclose competition and raise prescription drug costs for families, we wont hesitate to bring our full authorities to bear, said FTC Chair Lina Khan.
  • These health plans, usually through prescription drug middlemen like pharmacy benefit managers, use formularies to define which medicines they will cover.

Sunshine Health Encourages Flu Vaccination and Education During Flu Season

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With flu season upon us, Sunshine Health is again encouraging Florida residents to get the flu vaccine. Every flu season is different, and the flu can affect people differently. That's why it's important to get the flu vaccine each year to protect yourself and loved ones from illness.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --With flu season upon us, Sunshine Health is again encouraging Florida residents to get the flu vaccine.
  • In 2019-2020, the flu vaccine prevented an estimated 7.5 million flu illnesses and over 100,000 flu-related hospitalizations.
  • Vaccination and good hygiene, like washing hands and covering coughs, are key to preventing the flu and staying healthy this flu season.
  • "To help protect against the flu, we encourage people to schedule their flu shot appointments as soon as possible," said Dr. Maria Samerson, Senior Medical Director of Sunshine Health.

Veterinary Growth Partners Announces Brava As Its Preferred Compounding Pharmacy Provider

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas and PORTLAND, Maine, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Veterinary Growth Partners (VGP), the country's largest Managed Services Organization with a membership of over 6,000 veterinary practices, announced today that it has selected Brava as its preferred veterinary compounding pharmacy.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas and PORTLAND, Maine, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Veterinary Growth Partners (VGP), the country's largest Managed Services Organization with a membership of over 6,000 veterinary practices, announced today that it has selected Brava as its preferred veterinary compounding pharmacy.
  • The tech-enabled Brava network of compounding pharmacies provides veterinarians innovative tools to increase workflow, expert pharmacy support and elite customer care.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Brava as our preferred compound medication provider to help improve workflow and medical outcomes for VGP's veterinary practices across the country."
  • "Brava is committed to bringing back personalized care to veterinary compounding," said Erik Clausen, PharmD, Corporate Pharmacist in Charge at Brava.

Avicanna Files Complete Patent Specifications Relating to a Novel Cannabinoid Formulation for Reducing Incidence of Seizures and Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

The formulation candidate was tested further in the maximal electroshock (MES) in vivo animal models to confirm the anti-seizure effects in comparison to CBD alone.

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  • The formulation candidate was tested further in the maximal electroshock (MES) in vivo animal models to confirm the anti-seizure effects in comparison to CBD alone.
  • The Formulation Candidate further demonstrated strong anti-convulsant properties and therapeutic index value as compared to CBD alone.
  • These results further substantiated the patent claims on the use of formulation candidate for reducing seizures and sudden unexpected death in epilepsy patients.
  • Avicanna intends to advance this Formulation Candidate through its drug delivery platform and progress it through pre-clinical studies with a view towards potential future clinical studies.

Avicanna Introduces a New Medical Cannabis Education Online Portal, “Avicenna Academy” for Health Care Professionals

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

TORONTO, Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Avicanna Inc. (“Avicanna” or the “Company”) (TSX: AVCN) (OTCQX: AVCNF) (FSE: 0NN), a commercial stage, international biopharmaceutical company focused on the commercialization of evidence-based, cannabinoid-based products, is pleased to announce that it has launched its medical cannabis education portal, ”Avicenna Academy”, a no-cost resource and medical education portal for Health Care Professionals (“HCPs”). The medical education portal is designed to support HCPs through education and practical information with respect to the potential use of medical cannabis, with a view towards expanding access as well as measuring patient outcomes.

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  • The medical education portal is designed to support HCPs through education and practical information with respect to the potential use of medical cannabis, with a view towards expanding access as well as measuring patient outcomes.
  • Towards that goal, Avicannas medical team has combined its research and development expertise with cannabinoid formulations utilizing advanced drug delivery systems.
  • Access to the Avicenna Academy will be offered at no cost for HCPs to support necessary education and training.
  • If you are a Healthcare Professional and would like to learn more about using medical cannabis in your practice, please visit Avicenna Academy .

POLICY REPORTER LAUNCHES NEW FORMULARY VIEWER SOLUTION

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

MORRISVILLE, N.C., Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Policy Reporter today announced significant enhancements to its Formulary Viewer solution, which allows life science clients to utilize a single tool to scour a comprehensive database of drug formularies in real time.  This streamlined user interface eliminates the need to search for and monitor formularies manually.  With a simple query, subscribers can now instantly view current tier placements or formulary restrictions like step edits or prior authorizations associated with their products and competitors in a simple tabular or dashboard view.

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  • Policy Reporter, acquired by TrialCard in November 2019, expertly automates the necessary, but often frustrating, act of staying abreast of policy changes across the payer population.
  • By empowering its clients with ease of access to the latest relevant policy and coverage information, Policy Reporter maximizes patient access to industry-leading healthcare products and services.
  • Simply put, Policy Reporter improves the way industry stakeholders receive, process, and respond to healthcare policy developments.
  • "Formulary Viewer allows our subscribers to see the big picture impact of restrictions by product, controller, and plan type," added Tim Ogren, General Manager of Policy Reporter.

Allina Health | Aetna Expands 2023 Medicare Advantage Benefits

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Allina Health | Aetna, a joint venture health plan owned by Allina Health and Aetna®, a CVS Health® company, is dedicated to providing its members with quality care and coverage. Allina Health | Aetna is excited to offer improved Medicare Advantage (MA) benefits this Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) including lower premiums and maximum out-of-pocket costs (MOOPs), comprehensive dental, improved formulary and insulin savings, an enhanced Medicare payment card and competitive hearing, eyewear and over-the-counter allowances.

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  • ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Allina Health | Aetna, a joint venture health plan owned by Allina Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, is dedicated to providing its members with quality care and coverage.
  • Allina Health | Aetna is excited to offer improved Medicare Advantage (MA) benefits this Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) including lower premiums and maximum out-of-pocket costs (MOOPs), comprehensive dental, improved formulary and insulin savings, an enhanced Medicare payment card and competitive hearing, eyewear and over-the-counter allowances.
  • These benefits and more will be available in the current 21-county Allina Health | Aetna service area in 2023.
  • Allina Health | Aetna is a health plan that brings together the resources of Allina Health's high-quality facilities and broad network of care providers with Aetna's national health plan expertise and forward-thinking benefits, products and service solutions.1
    Committed to transforming the way its members experience health care, Allina Health | Aetna is taking a total approach to health and wellness.

Health Delegates Announces New Vice President

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Friday, October 7, 2022

PLANO, Texas, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Delegates ( www.healthdelegates.com ) has announced that Dr. Deb Curry, Pharm D. FAMCP, has joined the company as Vice President of Clinical Solutions.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Delegates ( www.healthdelegates.com ) has announced that Dr. Deb Curry, Pharm D. FAMCP, has joined the company as Vice President of Clinical Solutions.
  • In this role, she is responsible for clinical strategy and offerings for Health Delegates' next generation of transparent rebate aggregation solutions.
  • When asked why she joined the Health Delegates team, Dr. Curry said: "I'm excited about expanding the clinical footprint of Health Delegates to provide our own formulary and other offerings that will fill the niche that is missing in the industry which focuses on clinical value instead of chasing the rebate dollars".
  • Since inception in 2013, Health Delegates has provided formulary management and rebate aggregation services to over 3 million lives.

Sunshine Health Mobilizes Community Resources to Support Those Impacted by Hurricane Ian

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunshine Health is committed to helping Floridians impacted by the devastating effects of Hurricane Ian.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunshine Health is committed to helping Floridians impacted by the devastating effects of Hurricane Ian.
  • Family Resource Support Center sites are serving as a central hub for people impacted by Hurricane Ian to have access to Hope Navigators, behavioral health specialists and public benefit eligibility specialists.
  • Finally, Sunshine Health Community Resource Database offers anyone in need not just members connections with local programs for support.
  • Offering coordinated care and a network of support for our members, Sunshine Health is transforming the health of the community, one person at a time.

Transcarent Introduces Fully Transparent Pharmacy Benefit Offering with a Focus on Member Experience

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Monday, September 19, 2022

Transcarent Pharmacy Care gives employers maximum control over their formulary, benefit designs, and data while empowering Members with a superior consumer-driven experience that truly transforms their health and care journey.

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  • Transcarent Pharmacy Care gives employers maximum control over their formulary, benefit designs, and data while empowering Members with a superior consumer-driven experience that truly transforms their health and care journey.
  • Transcarent Pharmacy Care is a different approach to the current high cost and low service models.
  • Transcarent Pharmacy Care fundamentally turns the pharmacy benefit model on its head by making transparency the common language among all parties, and putting consumers at the center of the experience, said Mahon.
  • Transcarent takes accountability for results offering at-risk pricing models and transparent impact reporting to align incentives towards measurably better experience, better health, and lower costs.