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Before & After: Pharmacy’s Digital Revolution

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The Digital Revolution in numbers: 721 million UK Prescriptions Dispensed in 2005 (Pharmaceutical Journal). billion UK Prescriptions Dispensed in 2022 ( NHSBSA ). 34.7million views of our Google Adverts for pharmacies since 2021. 56 UK Online Pharmacies in 2008/9 ( Statista ). It was a simpler time, but it had its limitations.

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NHC Comments on Negotiation Data Elements and Drug Price Negotiation Process for Initial Price Applicability Year 2027 under Sections 11001 and 11002 of the IRA ICR Forms

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Furthermore, it is crucial to understand how patients perceive the communication and support they receive from health care providers regarding the management of their medications. Additionally, the NHC recommends including questions that explore how these access challenges were communicated and managed by health care providers.

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NHC Comments on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program: Draft Guidance, Implementation of Sections 1191 – 1198 of the Social Security Act for Initial Price Applicability Year 2027 and Manufacturer Effectuation of the Maximum Fair Price (MFP) in 2026 and 2027

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As noted in our previous communications, while the NHC would prefer a more traditional Notice and Comment rulemaking opportunity that would ensure the Agency directly responds to stakeholder feedback, we welcome this opportunity to express our reactions to CMS’ thinking on the negotiation program. Health Affairs, 38(11) , [link] v Durham, D.,

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NHC Comments on Response to the Medicare Program; Request for Information on Medicare Advantage Data

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We believe in the power of high-quality patient engagement that is characterized by sustained, reciprocal communication between patients and decision- makers. The NHC urges CMS to engage collaboratively with MA plans to track the clarity, accuracy, and transparency of marketing materials and communications. and Keating, N. and Thom, B.

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NHC Submits Comments to CMS RE CY 2026 Policy & Technical Changes to MA and Part D Proposed Rule

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This includes clear communication about how AI tools are used in clinical and administrative Transparency fosters trust and empowers patients and providers to actively participate in care decisions. Comprehensive Transparency: AI applications should be fully disclosed, explainable, and accessible to patients and providers in layperson terms.

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Too Much of a Good Thing? Unpacking the Rise of Polypharmacy in Seniors

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According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, about 40% of older adults in the community and up to 60% of those in nursing homes are on five or more medications. “Socioeconomic Factors and Polypharmacy Among Elderly Medicare Recipients,” Economic Journal of Health Economics , 2021). Reference: Nguyen, H.