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Pharmacist Participation in Medical Homes Aids Outcomes
by modernClinician Editorial Team
A program that integrates clinical pharmacists into established primary care medical home practices helps patients achieve better disease management for high blood pressure and diabetes mellitus, compared to usual care, according to a study published recently in the Journal of International Medical Research.
CVS-Aetna Merger Has Implications for Doctors’ Offices
by modernClinician Editorial Team
CVS Health's planned purchase of insurance giant Aetna, a $69 billion deal, was announced Sunday.
Doctor Density Linked to Billing for Dermatology Procedures
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Higher dermatologist density is associated with increased use of dermatology procedures and billing to Medicare, according to a study published online Nov. 29 in JAMA Dermatology.
Relevant Health Care Price Info Hard to Find Online
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Overall, 17 percent of websites provide geographically relevant health care price estimates relating to specific interventions, according to a research letter published online Dec. 4 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
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