Between January 30 and February 1, Magellan hosted its Magellan Open Vision Exchange (MOVE) conference in Scottsdale, Ariz. Our annual gathering of healthcare insiders, experts and leaders provides opportunities for key members of the industry to talk openly about the future of healthcare. You can read part one of our review of the 2017 event…
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Magellan’s collection of HEDIS (Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set) quality measures for 2017 has entered the final phase of data collection. You’ve probably heard of the acronym HEDIS – but what does it stand for and what does it mean to you? The Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set – HEDIS — was created…
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Medicine continues to evolve quickly, with new treatments and trials coming to market every month. As a doctor in practice, staying up-to-date on the newest innovations and school of thought can be overwhelming, particularly for rare diseases such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy or spinal muscular atrophy. What’s the role of a pharmacy benefit manager in…
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Thirty years ago, President Ronald Reagan deemed March to be Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Awareness months are an important advocacy tool, as they provide opportunities to reflect on progress and continue meaningful conversations about the future. For many people with developmental disabilities, ensuring these discussions take place can be the difference between being invisible and…
Read More In late January, Magellan held its second annual Magellan Open Vision Exchange (MOVE) conference in Scottsdale, Ariz. MOVE brings together a large cast of voices from the healthcare industry to discuss the future of healthcare for patients, plans and providers. Over two days, we heard from private industry experts, government leaders, as well as other…
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Trouble sleeping? You are not alone. Sleep problems and insomnia affect nearly 40 percent of Americans each year. Not only is insomnia very common, it is also associated with increased risk of stroke,[1] diabetes,[2] obesity,[3] alcohol misuse,[4] depression[5] and anxiety.[6] When individuals have insomnia and another one of these conditions, it can be particularly problematic….
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Magellan Rx Management is hosting its annual Specialty Summit from August 28-30, 2017 in New York City. This premier event provides insights, innovations and solutions for some of the pharmaceutical industry’s hottest topics. DO YOU HAVE A STORY TO TELL? If you have compelling research or new ways to drive innovative thinking that can help…
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, but you can make healthy changes to lower your risk of developing heart disease. Controlling and preventing risk factors is also important for people who already have heart disease. According to the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, ways to…
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