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STAT+: How UnitedHealth harnesses its physician empire to squeeze profits out of patients

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UnitedHealth Group started out as a small, Minnesota health insurance company and has since morphed into a modern-day Standard Oil, exerting unmatched dominance over health care in the United States. It’s no secret that UnitedHealth is a colossus: It’s the country’s largest health insurer and the fourth-largest company of any type by revenue, just behind Apple.

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KCL study finds cell ageing could reveal early signs of neurodegenerative disease

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Conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s affect over one million people in the UK

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Watch: How insurers use doctors to profit off medical codes

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Insurers like UnitedHealth are profiting off of the Medicare Advantage system, and it’s causing problems for both doctors and patients. Traditional Medicare is run by the federal government, while Medicare Advantage health insurance plans are operated by private companies like UnitedHealth. These privately run plans are still subsidized by government funds.

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MRC grants researcher £1.2m to further understand complex secretory processes

Pharma Times

The research will help to better understand how this pathway is coordinated in the cell

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Opinion: Adding psychotherapy to drug therapy works, but the FDA may not be able to handle it

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Many people were stunned when an FDA advisory committee voted “no” on a new drug application for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) earlier this summer. I was not among them. Several things were stacked against approval: The FDA greenlights only about 50 new drugs each year. Drug development is a high-risk business with an overall success rate between 10% and 20%.

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STAT+: Federal regulation of health data and AI expected to get a boost after HHS revamp

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A little-known office within the Department of Health and Human Services is getting a shot in the arm as part of a major agency reorganization announced on Thursday. The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, better known as ONC, regulates data standards for health care systems, including the electronic health records that underpin patient care and billing.

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Pharmacy bodies join calls for improved contraception access

The Pharmacist

Everyone should have access to a full range of contraceptives in ‘the location of their choosing’, an open letter signed by the National Pharmacy Association (NPA) and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has urged. Dr Janet Barter, secretary of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health (FSRH), wrote to secretary of state Wes Streeting this […] The post Pharmacy bodies join calls for improved contraception access appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Breast cancer study reveals a paradox of mastectomy

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Breast cancer surgeons have tended not to push patients towards bilateral mastectomy, since data have long shown that the complete removal of both breasts doesn’t improve survival. New data from a large epidemiological study affirmed that, but an accompanying finding is puzzling. Breast cancer survivors who ended up developing a second breast cancer in the opposite or contralateral breast had a higher risk of death, even though preventing that cancer with surgery didn’t change outc

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Sanofi’s immunology bet starts to pay off

BioPharma Dive

Some analysts described Sanofi’s pipeline of immune system therapies, which includes more than half a dozen drugs in mid- to late-stage testing, as “underappreciated” by investors, as sales of Dupixent rose over the last quarter.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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STAT+: A preview of Neurocrine’s muscarinic drug readout

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This is the online edition of Adam’s Biotech Scorecard, a subscriber-only newsletter. STAT+ subscribers can sign up  here  to get it delivered to their inbox. Welcome back! I’ve been working from home almost this entire summer because of construction on the Red Line. I hate the MBTA. Boston readers know what I mean. This week: “Muscarinics” are hot and Neurocrine Biosciences is the next biotech with a big study readout.

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Can Pfizer, Sangamo energise haemophilia A gene therapy?

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There has been a gene therapy on the market for people with the bleeding disorder haemophilia A since 2022, but take-up has been very slow. Pfizer and Sangamo are hoping for a faster trajectory with their experimental treatment.The partners' one-shot giroctocogene fitelparvovec therapy has cleared a phase 3 trial, showing it was better than regular prophylaxis injections with Factor VIII (FVIII) replacement therapies at reducing bleeding episodes, and could now be heading for regulatory review.

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Opinion: Sponsored genetic testing programs are under fire, further complicating life for people with rare diseases

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It takes years for most people with a rare disease to learn what is ailing them. Their symptoms may be crystal clear, but the cause isn’t. Efforts by the Department of Justice — an agency not known for its medical expertise — will make things even harder for the millions of Americans , half of them children, with one of these diseases.

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Patient engagement throughout the product lifecycle

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Tune in to the Reverba podcast featuring CEO Cheryl Lubbert as she discusses patient engagement throughout the product lifecycle, sharing insights and strategies for success.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Six questions about Medicare’s proposed plan to cover digital therapeutics

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You’re reading the web edition of STAT’s Health Tech newsletter, our guide to how technology is transforming the life sciences.  Sign up to get it  delivered in your inbox every Tuesday and Thursday. Medicare regulators’ proposal to start paying for some digital therapeutics products created a wave of enthusiasm when it was released earlier this month.

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Ageing Europe - It’s time we prioritised neurological conditions

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Exploring the impact of ageing on Europe and the need to prioritise neurological conditions. Understand the role of neuroscience in addressing these issues.

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STAT+: Roche CEO explains the company’s weight loss drug strategy in crowded market

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LONDON — In the booming field of weight loss drugs, Roche has been riding high in recent months, with back-to-back positive studies of two experimental medicines that sent the company’s shares up — and those of its rivals down. But on Thursday, company executives faced an onslaught of questions from analysts during an earnings presentation about what came next for the company’s weight loss drugs and how they would stand apart in the wildly competitive field.

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Ipsen builds again, licensing Day One glioma drug

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Ipsen has signed yet another portfolio-expanding deal – its fifth of the year so far – claiming rights outside the US to a drug for common brain cancer glioma from Day One Biopharmaceuticals.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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STAT+: Do medical errors creep up at hospitals when interns arrive? Yes, but the ‘July effect’ is minimal.

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For Dr. Jeremy Faust, July 1 is like New Year’s Day. That’s when thousands of new medical school graduates enter teaching hospitals across the country and provide care to patients as doctors for the first time. “Everything is new and full of possibilities,” said Faust, an emergency physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

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How to Develop a Competitive Edge in Generic Drug Development

Drug Patent Watch

Developing a competitive edge in generic drug development is crucial for companies to gain a significant market share and dominate the market.

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Listen: UnitedHealth’s doctor empire, an FDA departure, and Viking’s obesity moves

STAT

What makes UnitedHealth similar to Standard Oil? Is Viking Therapeutics an attractive acquisition target? And is Adam good at math? We discuss all that and more in this week’s episode of “The Readout LOUD,” STAT’s biotech podcast. Tara Bannow, our hospitals and insurance reporter, joins us to talk about a new investigation that shows how UnitedHealth wields its unrivaled physician empire to boost its profits and expand its influence.

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European big pharmas raise guidance on stronger sales

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European pharma groups AstraZeneca, Sanofi, and Roche all raise their financial guidance for the year on stronger sales growth.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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A potential rival for Wegovy and Zepbound enters the fray

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Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today?  Sign up  to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Good morning! Before we get to biotech, check out STAT’s deep dive into how UnitedHealth mobilizes a massive network of physicians and milked the health care system for profit.

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NICE says Boehringer stroke drug 'could save millions'

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NICE clears NHS use of Boehringer's clot-busting drug Metalyse for acute ischaemic stroke, saying it could 'save millions'

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Mankind Pharma set to acquire BSV for Rs 13,630cr

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BSV’s 2500+ employees to join Mankind Pharma Ending months of speculation, Mankind Pharma announced a definitive agreement to acquire a 100 per cent stake in Bharat Serums and Vaccines Limited (BSV) from PE investor Advent International, for an enterprise value of approx. Rs 13,630 crores, subject to closing related adjustments. The move will position Mankind Pharma as a market leader in India’s women’s health and fertility drug market alongside access to other high entry barrier pr

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Linus Health grows in dementia with Together acquisition

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Digital dementia detection specialist Linus Health has expanded its patient care focus with the acquisition of Together Senior Health.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay

Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.