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September 12, 2014 – SOUTHFIELD, Michigan – Hydrocodone Combination Products (HCPs) (Vicodin®, Lorcet®, Norco®, etc.)
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has officially ruled that all hydrocodone combination products be rescheduled as Schedule 2 controlled substances. This rule is effective October 6, 2014 and aims to minimize the misuse of these drugs.
Drugs are classified into five distinct categories or schedules depending upon the drug’s acceptable medical use and the drug’s abuse or dependency potential. As the drug schedule changes -- Schedule 2, Schedule 3, etc., so does the abuse potential -- Schedule 5 drugs represent the least potential for abuse.
HCPs will be reclassified from Schedule 3 to a more-restrictive Schedule 2 category. Thus, traditional HCP prescriptions cannot be faxed, phoned in, or refilled at any retail or mail order pharmacy.
This rule was passed as a federal law and therefore affects everyone regardless of diagnosis, provider, or current prescription for a hydrocodone combination product.
Hydrocodone Combination Products*
- HYDROCOD/APAP 10/325MG TABLETS
- HYDROCOD/APAP 7.5-325 TABLETS
- HYDROCOD/APAP 7.5-325MG SOLUTION
- HYDROCOD/APAP 7.5/325MG TABLETS
- HYDROCOD/HOMATROP 5/1.5MG TABLETS
- HYDROCOD/IBUPROFEN 5-200MG TABLETS
- HYDROCOD/IBUPROFEN 7.5/200MG TABLETS
- HYDROMET (HYDROCODONE/HOMATROPINE)5/1.5MG SYRUP
- LORTAB 10-300MG/15ML ORAL ELIXIR
- LORTAB 10-325MG TABLETS
- NORCO 10-325MG TABLETS
- NORCO 5/325MG TABLETS
- NORCO 7.5/325 TABLETS
- REPREXAIN 10-200MG TABLETS
- VICODIN 5-300MG TABLETS
- VICODIN ES 7.5-300MG TABLETS
- VICODIN HP 10-300MG TABLETS
- VICOPROFEN 7.5MG/200MG TABLETS
- XODOL 10-300MG TABLETS
*This list is intended as a general reference and is not a comprehensive listing of all HCPs
We are strongly encouraging members who are currently being prescribed a hydrocodone combination product to notify their physician to discuss any changes that may affect them.
If you have any questions regarding this update, please feel free to contact the EHIM Pharmacy Call Center at 800-311-3446
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April 14, 2014 – SOUTHFIELD, Michigan – In 2013, thousands of people across the United States disposed of 324 tons of expired and unwanted medications at more than 5,000 Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)-sponsored National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day sites. Officials hope even more people participate in this year’s event, scheduled for April 26, 2014.
At EHIM, we are committed to educating our employer groups, members, and the general public about the risks of expired or unwanted prescription medication and encourage everyone to participate, said Kevin H. Fantich, an EHIM pharmacist.
“Many homes end up with unwanted or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications,” he said. “Old prescriptions left in medicine cabinets or elsewhere in the home can often be an easy source for those who would like to abuse prescription medications.”
Dr. Fantich also warned that large quantities of expired or unwanted medication may lead to confusion among people already taking a large number of medications. Disposing expired medication can also help prevent accidental ingestion by children and pets, he said.
For more information, visit the DEA National Take-Back Initiative website, or search for the nearest collection site where unused or expired medications can be properly disposed of on April 26.
About EHIM Inc.
EHIM is an innovative solution to containing costs in healthcare. Operating as a third party administrator, pharmacy benefit manager and consultant, EHIM is true to what the name stands for: custom-designed programs tailored to the education and overall Employee Health Insurance Management. Founded in 1987, EHIM is a certified WBENC woman-owned business servicing members throughout the country. For more information, visit www.ehimrx.com or call 248.948.9900.
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October 30, 2013 – SOUTHFIELD, Michigan – For more than two decades, EHIM has remained committed to offering innovative healthcare solutions to organizations and businesses across the United States. Despite the speculation of what 2015 will bring, EHIM will continue to offer customized pharmacy programs that provide hands on clinical management which result in significant cost savings to our clients. Our EHIM Cares program has saved our clients over $3M alone since its inception in 2011.
In spite of the confusion and what is being communicated by many insurance carriers on their stance of carve-out programs, EHIM’s self funded pharmacy program continues to be a viable healthcare option for employer groups.
We encourage all clients to take advantage of the transitional rules that apply in 2014 with respect to carve out. In addition to the financial savings that can be achieved with a self funded pharmacy benefit, there are other benefits to a client and their members with pharmacy carve out:
- In 2014, as EHIM understands under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) clarification FAQs that were issued in February 2013, plan sponsors are not required to implement a maximum out of pocket accumulator for the pharmacy program, if the pharmacy benefits are administered by a separate vendor than your medical benefits and the group does not currently have a maximum out of pocket in place.
- With a self funded prescription benefit program, groups are generally not obligated to meet the “metal” plans nor are they mandated to include all “essential” health benefits.
- The new “insurance tax” under the ACA is NOT assessed on self funded benefits. This “insurance tax” will only be assessed to fully insured plans and is estimated to be between 2% - 4% of the premium.
- With a prescription carve out, it provides the client two independent sets of data to analyze their overall health care package and compare and contrast the utilization trends and patterns reported by each for verification and validation of one another.
The client can consolidate and offer one prescription benefit to all employees, regardless of the medical program. With a carve out, the medical benefit does not have to dictate the prescription coverage that is provided.
As always, EHIM encourages all clients to consult with their benefit advisors on how various aspects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) may impact healthcare offerings. EHIM is here to support and work with the agents and their clients regarding the different healthcare changes and mandates taking effect over the course of the next couple of years. We are dedicated to providing and designing new long-term healthcare solutions for our clients that will increase cost savings as well as the overall health and wellbeing of our members.
Company Promotes Self-Funded as Viable Healthcare Option for Employer Groups
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BREAKING NEWS:
U.S. Treasury officials announced late yesterday that employers will not be required to provide health insurance to their full-time employees working an average of 30 or more hours a week until 2015. Employers who do not provide coverage before the extended deadline will not be subject to penalties under the employer shared responsibility provisions.
Requirements that employers and insurance carriers notify the IRS regarding who is covered under their plans are similarly delayed.
Treasury officials announced that guidance explaining the delayed effective date will be issued within the coming week. The individual mandate and other key provisions of the Act are not impacted by this delay and are expected to roll out in accordance with existing time schedules.
EHIM will continue to keep clients informed of new developments and the ramifications of these changes.
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FDA concerns about therapeutic equivalence with two generic versions of Concerta® tablets (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release)
Based on a recent analysis of data, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has voiced concerns about whether or not two approved generic versions of Concerta® tablets (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release tablets) are therapeutically equivalent to the brand-name drug, Concerta®.
Concerta® is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults and children. The FDA has not identified any serious safety concerns with these two generic products.
This change may result in a change in copay for some EHIM members if they choose to continue to receive a product that is not therapeutically equivalent. Products that are not therapeutically equivalent to their brand counterparts are recognized as a branded medication according to the FDA.
It is important to note that the FDA has not identified any serious safety concerns with these products. Patients should not make changes to their treatment except in consultation with their health care professional.
The FDA has changed the therapeutic equivalence rating for the Mallinckrodt and Kudco products ONLY. The Actavis version has been deemed therapeutically equivalent to its brand counterpart, Concerta®. This means the Mallinckrodt and Kudco products are still approved and can be prescribed, but are no longer recommended as automatically substitutable at the pharmacy (or by a pharmacist) for Concerta®.
If you have any questions regarding this update, please feel free to contact the EHIM Pharmacy Call Center at 800-311-3446.
Concerta® tablets (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release) [based on therapeutic equivalence]
- Currently APPROVED Generic Manufacturer:
- Actavis
- Currently UNAPPROVED Generic Manufacturers:
- Mallinckrodt
- Kudco
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Announcing EHIM’s 2015 Maximum Out-Of-Pocket Partners!
December 4, 2014 – Southfield, Michigan -- EHIM is pleased to announce we continue to increase the number of health benefits administrators we are working with to successfully integrate all components of the Accountable Care Act provisions which will affect most employer health plans in 2015.
As of January 1, 2015, EHIM will have integrated EDI feeds, including maximum out of pocket benefit limits to comply with the Affordable Care Act, established with many providers such as:
- Activa
- Ameraplan
- ASR
- Auxient
- Blue Care Network (2nd quarter 2015)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
- CBG
- Consumers Mutual
- Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
- Health First
- Health Plus
- Health Scope
- HealthSmart
- IMS
- KBA
- Meritain
- NGS
- Priority Health
This list of providers will increase with additional requests for integrations continuing throughout 2015. If your current medical carrier or TPA is not listed above, and you are seeking confirmation that they are set up to support an EDI out of pocket maximum integration with EHIM, please contact us.
“We are very happy that EHIM has the opportunity to work with so many different Trading Partners. Establishing successful integrations with a multiple carriers is both crucial in dealing with the many complexities of healthcare reform, and also reinforces our ability and commitment to providing cutting-edge and cost-effective solutions for employer healthcare needs,” said Mindi Fynke, EHIM President and CEO.
As companies continue to struggle with the rising cost of employee healthcare benefits and the multiple challenges of healthcare reform, partnering with EHIM is critical for controlling expenses and profitability. EHIM has created several unique strategies clients can adopt to further manage Essential Health Benefits mandated by the Affordable Care Act, and related Maximum out of Pocket (MOOP) which impact how employees health benefits are administered.
For more information, please call EHIM at 248-948-9900. We can assist you.
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EHIM Presents Generic Drug Study at the 27th AMCP Annual Meeting & Expo
Southfield, Michigan (April 23, 2015): EHIM, Inc. recently exhibited at the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy’s (AMCP) 27th Annual Meeting & Expo. The Annual Expo was held in San Diego, California from April 7-10th and brought together the nation’s largest assembly of managed care pharmacists. Over 125 other exhibiting companies discussed the latest drug therapies, technologies, products and services affecting professionals working in managed care pharmacy today.
EHIM’s team displayed a study they conducted, which evaluated the cost impact of generic price increases of generic Tetracycline antibiotics across a self-insured population. This topic was chosen due to the rising cost of generic drugs in the marketplace, which has resulted in an increased financial burden for self-funded employers. The study was a retrospective analysis of Tetracycline antibiotic claims from January 2011 through October 2014 and concluded that over 50% of the drugs evaluated incurred a cost increase. Among the drugs concluded to have experienced an increase in ingredient cost, half increased by more than 100%. Although generic Tetracyclines have been on the U.S. market for decades, they are not necessarily the most cost effective therapies to date. Therefore, plan design and tier placements of these drugs should be considered and perhaps modified.
“Our goal at this year’s event was to share professional knowledge on cutting edge research and innovative formulary decision-making strategies while networking with experts from around the country. We were honored to have our study selected for exhibition and look forward to presenting again in the future,” Barb Goldberg, BS Pharm, RPh, EHIM Clinical Pharmacist.
About EHIM Inc.
EHIM, Inc. is one of the 25 largest privately held, woman owned (WBENC) Pharmacy Benefit Management companies in the United States, servicing over two and a half million members. Nationally notarized for never accepting a single rebate from the pharmaceutical industry, EHIM’s distinct approach to managing benefits truly focuses on the members they serve. Their customer-centered model provides unique programs for cost management to both members and employers. EHIM’s customized approach to designing healthcare solutions is the catalyst for their more than 95% client retention rate and continuous growth over the past 10 years.
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DEA’s 10th Annual National Take-Back Day Initiative Scheduled for September 26, 2015
August 11, 2015 – SOUTHFIELD, Michigan – Between 2010 and 2014, thousands of people across the United States disposed of more than 2,400 tons of expired and unwanted medications at Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)-sponsored National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day sites in their communities. This year’s event, the 10th, is scheduled for September 26th between 10 am and 2 pm in every state except Pennsylvania and Delaware. Those states are sponsoring collection sites on September 12.
Kevin H. Fantich, an EHIM pharmacist, reiterated the company’s commitment to educating employer groups, members, and the general public of the risks of expired or unwanted prescription medication. He strongly encourages everywhere to participate in this year’s take-back event.
“Many homes end up with unwanted or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications,” he said. “Old prescriptions left in medicine cabinets or elsewhere in the home can often be an easy source for those who would like to abuse prescription medications.”
According to Dr. Fantich, people already taking a large number of medications may become further confused by the presence of large quantities of expired or unwanted medication, leading to other risks. He also reminds consumers that disposing expired medication can also help prevent accidental ingestion by children and pets.
For more information, visit the DEA National Take-Back Initiative website, or search for the nearest collection site where unused or expired medications can be properly disposed of on September 26.
About EHIM Inc.
EHIM is an innovative solution to containing costs in healthcare. Operating as a third party administrator, pharmacy benefit manager and consultant, EHIM is true to what the name stands for: custom-designed programs tailored to the education and overall Employee Health Insurance Management. Founded in 1987, EHIM is a certified WBENC woman-owned business servicing members throughout the country. For more information, visit www.ehimrx.com or call 248.948.9900.
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Defective Sprays Prompt Recall of 350,000+ Inhalers
August 17, 2015 – SOUTHFIELD, Michigan – Boehringer Ingelheim has announced the voluntary recall of more than 350,000 inhalers due to a defective delivery system, which results in the device either not dispensing or only dispensing a short spray. The inhalers, with an expiration date of 11/30/2017, were distributed on April 15, 2015.
Please visit the Monthly Prescribing Reference website for more information.
About EHIM Inc.
EHIM is an innovative solution to containing costs in healthcare. Operating as a third party administrator, pharmacy benefit manager and consultant, EHIM is true to what the name stands for: custom-designed programs tailored to the education and overall Employee Health Insurance Management. Founded in 1987, EHIM is a certified WBENC woman-owned business servicing members throughout the country. For more information, visit www.ehimrx.com or call 248.948.9900.
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Americans Concerned About Prescription Painkiller Addiction
October 14, 2015 – SOUTHFIELD, Michigan – A new study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health shows Americans’ concerns about the use of prescription painkillers, and what they feel can be done about abuse of such drugs.
The study calls attention too many key findings, including:
- According to a study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 25 percent of Americans reported taking a prescription painkiller last year, with 70 percent saying they had taken a prescription painkiller at some point in their lives.
- In the study, 20 percent of Americans said they used a prescription painkiller that had been prescribed for someone else.
- According to researchers, the study shows many Americans have “misused or abused” prescription painkillers themselves, but 60 percent of the population believes such abuse is a “significant public health concern.”
- Costs related to abuse of such drugs is about $50 billion a year.
- Survey respondents said they believed doctors prescribing these drugs are to blame for “the current healthcare crisis.”
- Those surveyed also said patients are kept on prescription painkillers too long, and that such prescriptions are too easy to get refilled.
- Survey respondents indicated they support policy changes at a national level, related to access to prescription painkillers.
- The survey also found that respondents support more physician training for controlling patients’ pain and how to treat addictions.
- The study showed broad support for measures to keep patients from getting multiple painkiller prescriptions from different doctors.
- In the study, less than half of respondents want more distribution of medication that counteracts an overdose from prescription painkillers, and “only 39 percent supported more government spending on addiction treatment.”
The full article is available online at HealthDay.
About EHIM Inc.
EHIM is an innovative solution to containing costs in healthcare. Operating as a third party administrator, pharmacy benefit manager and consultant, EHIM is true to what the name stands for: custom-designed programs tailored to the education and overall Employee Health Insurance Management. Founded in 1987, EHIM is a certified WBENC woman-owned business servicing members throughout the country. For more information, visit www.ehimrx.com or call 248.948.9900.
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Sanofi US Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Auvi-Q® Due to Potential Inaccurate Dosage Delivery
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For Immediate Release
October 28, 2015
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Bridgewater, N.J. - Sanofi US is voluntarily recalling all Auvi-Q® (epinephrine injection, USP). The recall involves all Auvi-Q currently on the market and includes both the 0.15 mg and 0.3 mg strengths for hospitals, retailers and consumers. This includes lot number 2299596 through 3037230, which expire March 2016 through December 2016. The products have been found to potentially have inaccurate dosage delivery.
If a patient experiencing a serious allergic reaction (i.e., anaphylaxis) did not receive the intended dose, there could be significant health consequences, including death because anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening condition. As of October 26, 2015, Sanofi has received 26 reports of suspected device malfunctions in the US and Canada. None of these device malfunction reports have been confirmed. In these reports, patients have described symptoms of the underlying hypersensitivity reaction. No fatal outcomes have been reported among these cases.
Auvi-Q (epinephrine injection, USP) is used to treat life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in people who are at risk for or have a history of these reactions. Auvi-Q is packaged with two active devices and one trainer device in a corrugate box. Auvi-Q was distributed throughout the United States via wholesalers, pharmacies and hospitals. All Auvi-Q is being recalled.
Sanofi US is notifying its distributors and customers who include doctors, pharmacies, wholesalers and other customers in the supply chain by letter, fax, email and phone calls and is arranging for return and reimbursement of all recalled products.
Customers with questions regarding this recall can go to www.Auvi-Q.com and call 1-866-726-6340 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET for information about how to return their Auvi-Q devices. Customers may also email cs@sanofi.com. Sanofi US will provide reimbursement for out of pocket costs incurred for the purchase of new epinephrine auto-injectors with proof of purchase.
Customers should immediately contact their healthcare provider (HCP) for a prescription for an alternate epinephrine auto-injector. In the event of a life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), patients should only use their Auvi-Q device if another epinephrine auto-injector is not available, and then call 911 or local medical emergency services. Customers should contact their physician or HCP if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this drug product.
Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.
Complete and submit the report Online: http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
Regular Mail or Fax: Download form http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Sanofi US is committed to patient safety and the quality of Auvi-Q, and will continue to work closely with customers and regulatory authorities to resolve this issue in a timely manner.
Important Safety Information
Auvi-Q is for immediate self (or caregiver) administration and does not take the place of emergency medical care. Seek immediate medical treatment after use. Each Auvi-Q contains a single dose of epinephrine. Auvi-Q should only be injected into your outer thigh. DO NOT INJECT INTO BUTTOCK OR INTRAVENOUSLY. If you accidentally inject Auvi-Q into any other part of your body, seek immediate medical treatment. Epinephrine should be used with caution if you have heart disease or are taking certain medicines that can cause heart-related (cardiac) symptoms.
If you take certain medicines, you may develop serious life-threatening side effects from epinephrine. Be sure to tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, especially medicines for asthma. Side effects may be increased in patients with certain medical conditions, or who take certain medicines. These include asthma, allergies, depression, thyroid disease, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
The most common side effects may include increase in heart rate, stronger or irregular heartbeat, sweating, nausea and vomiting, difficulty breathing, paleness, dizziness, weakness or shakiness, headache, apprehension, nervousness, or anxiety. These side effects go away quickly, especially if you rest.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs. In the US, contact the FDA by visiting www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Please click here for Full Prescribing Information.
About Sanofi US
Sanofi, an integrated global healthcare leader, discovers, develops and distributes therapeutic solutions focused on patients’ needs. Sanofi has core strengths in the field of healthcare with seven growth platforms: diabetes solutions, human vaccines, innovative drugs, consumer healthcare, emerging markets, animal health and the new Genzyme. Sanofi is listed in Paris (EURONEXT: SAN) and in New York (NYSE: SNY).
Sanofi is the holding company of a consolidated group of subsidiaries and operates in the United States as Sanofi US. For more information on Sanofi US, please visit http://www.sanofi.us and http://www.news.sanofi.us/social-media or call 1-800-981-2491.
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This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. These statements include projections and estimates and their underlying assumptions, statements regarding plans, objectives, intentions and expectations with respect to future financial results, events, operations, services, product development and potential, and statements regarding future performance. Forward-looking statements are generally identified by the words "expects", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "plans" and similar expressions. Although Sanofi's management believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, investors are cautioned that forward-looking information and statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict and generally beyond the control of Sanofi, that could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied or projected by, the forward-looking information and statements. These risks and uncertainties include among other things, the uncertainties inherent in research and development, future clinical data and analysis, including post marketing, decisions by regulatory authorities, such as the FDA or the EMA, regarding whether and when to approve any drug, device or biological application that may be filed for any such product candidates as well as their decisions regarding labelling and other matters that could affect the availability or commercial potential of such product candidates, the absence of guarantee that the product candidates if approved will be commercially successful, the future approval and commercial success of therapeutic alternatives, the Group's ability to benefit from external growth opportunities, trends in exchange rates and prevailing interest rates, the impact of cost containment policies and subsequent changes thereto, the average number of shares outstanding as well as those discussed or identified in the public filings with the SEC and the AMF made by Sanofi, including those listed under "Risk Factors" and "Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" in Sanofi's annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2014. Other than as required by applicable law, Sanofi does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information or statements.
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EHIM Proudly Supports JVS Human Services
This year, Mindi Fynke, President & CEO of EHIM, has been selected to be the Honorary Chair and Keynote Speaker at the JVS Human Services’ 11th Annual Trade Secrets Event.
The event, taking place on Thursday, April 11, 2019 at the Troy Marriott, makes it possible for JVS Human Services to provide women in Michigan’s workforce with the services and support they need through the JVS Human Services Women to Work Program.
Women account for more than half of Michigan’s workforce, but many women in the Detroit community are struggling to support their families – unable to gain adequate employment after they have been away from the workforce. JVS Human Services helps women and their families in the Metro Detroit area maximize their potential by providing counseling, training and supportive services for people with disabilities, job seekers, seniors, and others in need.
EHIM is honored to be a part of this event and proud to support women in the Detroit community!
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“Reconstructing Healthcare” Interview with Mindi Fynke
Mindi Fynke, President and CEO of Employee Health Insurance Management (EHiM), was interviewed for Reconstructing HealthcareTM, a podcast run by Michael Menerey, Senior Vice President and Benefits Consultant with one of the largest Employee Benefits Brokerage & Consulting firms in the country.
In this 40-minute interview, Mindi and Michael discuss EHIM’s unique service-oriented PBM model and how it effectively lowers an employer-sponsored health plan’s drug spend.
- Mindi Fynke’s clinical experience and why she founded EHIM
- How rebates from drug manufacturers are intended to move market share and the act of taking rebates from drug manufacturers can be a misaligned incentive and contribute to increased healthcare costs
- How EHIM seeks to address pharmacy waste in an employer’s pharmacy drug spend with custom formulary design and clinical programs for each client’s unique demographics and claims
- The conflict of interest that may exist when PBM’s own their own specialty pharmacies
- How EHIM’s book of business Specialty Trend is 6% relative to National Specialty Trend of 18%
And much more! Click the link below to hear the entire episode!
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EHIM to Present Clinical Abstract at AMCP Annual Meeting
Members of the EHIM Clinical Staff have been selected to present an abstract for the AMCP Annual Meeting 2019 to be held in San Diego, California, March 25-28, 2019. The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) is the nation’s leading professional association dedicated to increasing patient access to affordable medicines, improving health outcomes and ensuring the wise use of health care dollars.
The abstract, entitled “Analysis of Anti-Narcotic Therapy Across a Self-insured Population”, will be displayed and discussed with thousands of attendees from across the nation, the majority of whom are pharmacists, physicians, nurses and other practitioners who manage medication therapies for the 270 million Americans served by health plans, pharmacy benefit management firms, emerging care models and government.
AMCP received over 450 abstract submissions for the AMCP Annual Meeting 2019 for possible publication in the Journal of Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy (JMCP). They use a 2-tier peer-review process in which each abstract is reviewed and scored by independent reviewers and then reviewed by a JMCP editor. It is an honor and a true testament to the knowledge and insight of the EHIM team that this study was selected from among such esteemed researchers.
EHIM is passionate about ending the opioid epidemic and providing members with the care they need to treat their medical conditions while supporting them in the transition to a medication-free lifestyle. We are honored and thrilled to be able to share the insights of this study with colleagues and medical professionals at AMCP.
The poster presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, March 27, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Posters will also be displayed on Tuesday, March 26, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, during the opening night reception in the Expo and Thursday, March 28, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. A member of our team will be present to discuss the findings and answer any questions you may have. We hope to see you there!
Industry Updates
Generic Drugs Should Look Similar to the Drugs They Reference, FDA Says
See more at: http://www.raps.org/Regulatory-Focus/News/2015/06/18/22727/Generic-Drugs-Should-Look-Similar-to-the-Drugs-They-Reference-FDA-Says/
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