This Week in Policy and Medicine – January 26, 2025
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This Week’s Highlights:
Bridging the Gap: HHS’s New Initiatives The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is focusing on narrowing the divide between research funding and clinical education. This initiative aims to enhance how clinical practices implement groundbreaking research to improve patient outcomes. Read more about the implications for healthcare providers and researchers. Read more
Final FDA SIUU Guidance: Key Updates Explained The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released its final guidance on the Special Investigational Use Unit (SIUU), which outlines critical updates for the regulatory processes affecting medical devices. Our breakdown helps you understand the essentials of these updates. Read more
HHS OIG’s Latest Report on Price Transparency The Office of Inspector General (OIG) at HHS has published a new report scrutinizing compliance with the hospital price transparency rule. This report reveals key insights into how hospitals are adhering to regulations aimed at making healthcare costs clearer for patients. Read more
AMCP’s Report on Managed Care Pharmacy The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) has released a comprehensive report detailing the current landscape and future directions of managed care pharmacy. This report is a must-read for those involved in healthcare delivery and pharmaceutical management. Read more
Variations in Telemedicine Offerings A new study highlights the variability in telemedicine services across different physician specialties and age groups, among other factors. Discover how these differences impact patient access to virtual care. Read more
Understanding the Limits of PDABs Our analysis of Physician Decision Aid Bulletins (PDABs) provides insights into their potential and limitations within the healthcare system. Learn more about the role PDABs play in physician decision-making processes. Read more
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