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Unproven healthcare will bankrupt America

Sensible Medicine

I am not aware of any drug being tested in the frontline of myeloma that is not already on the US market for relapsed disease. Some speakers represented patient advocacy organizations and later lashed out at me on twitter. Doctors are already allowed to prescribe these drugs (off-label) in the front line.

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Exploring What Role Patient Advocacy Plays in Bundled Payment Outcomes

Guideway Care

In bundled payment models, patient advocacy plays a pivotal role in improving care coordination, patient satisfaction, and adherence to treatment plans. This blog explores how patient advocacy enhances care quality, addresses social determinants of health, and supports bundled payment success.

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6 Ways ER and Urgent Care Nurses Can Bridge the Gap for Uninsured Patients

Scrubs

Nurses can advocate for policy changes within their institutions that directly benefit the uninsured, such as more transparent pricing structures and reducing non-essential medical tests that inflate costs.

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