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Why Medication Therapy Management Is More Important Than Ever?

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released its 2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Final Rule in April. Proposed changes to eligibility requirements for the Part D Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Program. Notably absent from all 724 pages of the final rule?

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MTM & Star Ratings: Preparing Your Health Plan for Potential Changes

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In early April 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Final Rule. Most of us expected it to finalize several significant changes related to the Part D Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Program, most notably the eligibility criteria.

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Unlocking Heart Health: A Comprehensive Guide from Ancient History to Modern Prevention

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CAD can result in severe health issues such as myocardial infarction (heart attack) and stroke [[Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2023], [ American Heart Association, 2024 ]. In severe cases, arrhythmias can cause sudden cardiac arrest [ Mayo Clinic, 2024 ]. ” [link] American Heart Association (AHA), 2024.

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CMS Issues Sweeping End-Of Year Rule on Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D

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Part D Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Program Eligibility Criteria Ensuring access to Part D medication is crucial in closing coverage gaps. CMS is proposing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease to be a part of the Part D Medication Therapy Management (MTM) program.

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Cardiovascular Health in Women: Unmasking the Silent Killer Beyond Pink Ribbons

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The American Heart Association (AHA) reports that 1 in 3 women will die from cardiovascular disease (CVD), yet many women remain undiagnosed until the disease is advanced American Heart Association, 2024. These approaches focus on medication adherence, lifestyle modifications, and ongoing education to optimize health outcomes.

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Adapting to the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Reduction: How PharmD Live Supports Providers in Value-Based Care

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Providers face heightened pressure to deliver care more cost-effectively, especially in areas like chronic care management (CCM) and preventive services. Virtual consultations for medication therapy management (MTM) ensure that medications are used safely and effectively, reducing the risk of ADE.

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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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Part D Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Program Eligibility Criteria The NHC welcomes CMS proposal to expand eligibility criteria for the Medicare Part D MTM program to include beneficiaries with other forms of dementia in addition to Alzheimers disease. ” Kaiser Permanente, August 19, 2024.