Category: Clinical Insights

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IQVIA Reports on Telemedicine Trends and Opportunities

A new report explores how COVID-19 has impacted telemedicine, as well as opportunities for expansion.

COVID-19 Infection Risks and Mental Health Impact Among Grocery Workers

Direct customer exposure is associated with a five-fold risk of infection, while less social distancing in the workplace is tied to depression and anxiety.

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WCRI Issues Report on Physical Therapy

Data from 26,000 claims finds that early physical therapy reduces costs and disability duration.

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American Medical Association Publishes Opioid Task Force Report

AMA hopes to shift from a crisis-reaction framework to a more holistic model that prevents overdose while helping pain patients receive care.

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American Medical Association Asks CDC to Revise Opioid Guidelines

The AMA suggests that prescription medications are no longer a significant factor in the opioid epidemic, and that opioid prescription limits should change.

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WCRI Publishes Medical Price Index

With data from 36 states across 12 years, this report highlights the differences in prices paid for medical services across the nation.

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Remdesivir a Potential Treatment for COVID-19?

The FDA allows emergency use in response to positive trials, but more research is needed.

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Could Convalescent Plasma Treat COVID-19?

The FDA, JAMA, and others think blood from those who recovered from COVID-19 could benefit those with the illness.

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JAMA Compares Effectiveness of Treatment Pathways for Opioid Use Disorder

A study of 41,000 adults finds that only treatment with buprenorphine or methadone reduced risk of overdose.

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WCIRB Publishes Physical Medicine Report

An analysis of 1.5 million claims found early physical therapy lowers odds of opioid use by 14%.

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Psilocybin for Mental Health Disorders?

Does the active ingredient in magic mushrooms have a future in mental health?

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MDMA Gains Steam for PTSD Treatment

Phase 3 studies are underway, and current research sees potential for MDMA in psychotherapy.

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Lavender Administration Shows Promise for Anxiety

A recent meta-analysis of over 100 trials and studies found lavender to significantly reduce anxiety levels.

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How Declining Opioid Use Impacts Claims and Outcomes

According to the CWCI, reduced opioid utilization from 2010-2017 saved $6.5 billion in California comp costs.

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HHS Publishes Opioid Tapering and Discontinuation Guideline

The guideline covers a wide range of relevant topics, including pain, dosing, dangerous co-prescribing, comorbidities, and more.

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