July 14, 2008 By:
Reid Paul
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In settling a class action suit, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has agreed to make changes to the low income subsidy program for Medicare Part D.

June 16, 2008
By:
Heidi Belden, Pharm.D.
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GSK and Aldolor's alvimopan is approved to improve GI recovery following surgery.

June 16, 2008 By:
Judy Chi
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The American Academy of Dermatology has issued new guidelines on the management of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

June 16, 2008 By:
Judy Chi
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A DEA final rule allows prescribers to order narcotics for up to 100 patients at one time for detoxification purposes.

June 16, 2008 By:
Sandra Levy
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CMS announed the names of the 325 winning suppliers that have signed contracts with Medicare to provide DMEPOS.

June 16, 2008 By:
Judy Chi
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In comments to FDA, NACDS suggests several ways in which medication guides can be improved.

June 16, 2008 By:
Reid Paul
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The American Pharmacists Association has already put in place plans for a smooth transition to a new chief executive officer in 2009

June 16, 2008 By:
Judy Chi
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FDA will review claims data from Medicare and other sources to identify unsafe drugs and devices.

June 16, 2008 By:
Heidi Belden, Pharm.D.
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CDC updates vaccine recommendation for herpes zoster.
