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Vol. 13, No. 10
October 2004
Argument: Assuring that whoever needs drugs most pays least is not only humane, but also makes business sense.
Consumer-Rejected Health Care?
The push to give patients more control over benefits disregards human nature. Enrollees may not be up to the task.
A review of current treatment options for patients who are candidates for systemic therapy.
Fed Jump Starts Electronic Prescribing
Both political parties are climbing on the bandwagon.
Health plan hires independent, patient advocacy company.
Make the Most of That Conference!
Tips from a medical director who's been there, done that.
Good Bet: Health Risk Assessments
HMOs are using good old HRAs in new ways.
In the absence of a crystal ball...
Formularies too often hurt patients.
News and Commentary
Consumer-Directed Insurance Plans Problematic for Patients, Docs, HMOs
AMA to Congress: Make Plans Respond Within 5 Minutes
Kaiser seen as biggest earner as HMO profits soared in 2003 [chart]
Headlines On Deadline
Medicare shows faith in DM.
Concierge medicine isn't always better.
NCQA likes what it sees.
How payment method affects care.
Pediatric antidepressant use drops.
Improved skin repair.
Expect a slowdown in cost increases.