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Post by tchalaa on Jun 8, 2015 5:04:34 GMT -5
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Post by oscarlonzo on Jun 8, 2015 10:01:58 GMT -5
"Time limit of 5 minutes per product, inclusive of any set-up/take-down time, will be strictly enforced"  Why even bother having presentations? |
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Post by eztopickit on Jul 9, 2015 13:58:21 GMT -5
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Post by notamnkdmillionaire on Jul 9, 2015 14:05:48 GMT -5
Seems that afrezza wasnt represented or mentioned at all. |
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Post by liane on Jul 9, 2015 14:09:39 GMT -5
Page 47 - PA required.
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Post by compound26 on Jul 9, 2015 14:14:37 GMT -5
Seems that afrezza wasnt represented or mentioned at all. See section 2 of the minutes. "2. Preferred Drug List (PDL) proposal Dr. Hunter recognized Dr. Hunton to present recommendations from Xerox and ODM for the preferred drug list (PDL). A copy of the proposed PDL as well as the presentation used by Dr. Hunton showing clinical changes in each drug class, market share, and recommendations, is attached to this document. The minutes reflect only those drug classes that produced discussion.
The recommendations presented for all other drug classes were approved by the committee
unanimously." This, when read in line with page 170 of the document, "Recommendations", "Add as Non-preferred", Afrezza and Toujeo, appears to indicate that Afrezza and Toujeo were added as "Non-preferred" with unanimous approval of the committee without any discussion of them during the meeting. |
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Post by notamnkdmillionaire on Jul 9, 2015 14:15:27 GMT -5
I am referring to the actual minutes of the meeting. |
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Post by scottiemac on Jul 9, 2015 14:22:34 GMT -5
Both Afrezza and Toujeo are added, with prior authorization (PA) - Apidra also requires PA, as does Toujeo for pregnant patients. I used my Find function to bring up 4 references to Afrezza in the minutes. Neither Afrezza nor Toujeo are listed as "preferred" - normal for new drugs. Authorization is for one year, expect another review next year, will likely move to preferred by then, and may drop PA requirement except for initial script.
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Post by tchalaa on Jul 10, 2015 5:17:03 GMT -5
Both Afrezza and Toujeo are added, with prior authorization (PA) - Apidra also requires PA, as does Toujeo for pregnant patients. I used my Find function to bring up 4 references to Afrezza in the minutes. Neither Afrezza nor Toujeo are listed as "preferred" - normal for new drugs. Authorization is for one year, expect another review next year, will likely move to preferred by then, and may drop PA requirement except for initial script. I will expect it to be by their next meeting depending on the resonance from DTC : "The meeting was adjourned with a reminder that the next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14. " |
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Post by tchalaa on Jul 10, 2015 6:38:33 GMT -5
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Post by beardawg on Jul 10, 2015 7:02:34 GMT -5
Not sure if it makes a difference, but it's a 2 tier plan. |
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Post by tchalaa on Jul 13, 2015 1:35:34 GMT -5
MEDICA 2015 Comprehensive Preferred Drug List (PDL) AFREZZA. Tier 3 without requirements (No PA) Attachment DeletedKeep in mind that currently the best positioned rapid acting insulin is HUMALOG not NOVOLOG and SANOFI is currently scientifically proving the superiority of Afrezza though we observe it already from Afrezza's users. |
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Post by tchalaa on Jul 14, 2015 8:25:09 GMT -5
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Post by gwb on Jul 14, 2015 9:06:54 GMT -5
Fantastic find tchalaa ! According to Wikipedia there are 70 million members in Untied Heathcare ? That seems like a lot ? if true 10 percent would have a diabetic problem and 65 percent of them would be on some diabetes medication . en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UnitedHealth_Group
UnitedHealth Group Inc. is a diversified managed health care company headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, U.S. It is No. 14 on the Fortune 500.[5] UnitedHealth Group offers a spectrum of products and services through two operating businesses: UnitedHealthcare and Optum. Through its family of subsidiaries and divisions, UnitedHealth Group serves approximately 70 million individuals throughout the United States. In 2011, the company posted a net earnings of $5.142 billion
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Post by gwb on Jul 14, 2015 9:15:31 GMT -5
United Healthcare also appears to covers a many seniors !
www.unitedhealthgroup.com/About/History.aspx#!prettyPhoto
Health Plans for Seniors
From its earliest days, United HealthCare Corporation has focused strongly on the health needs of seniors. More than 30 years ago, we participated in early experimental programs offering private market alternatives for Medicare and developed the first policies designed specifically for seniors. This was a strong indicator of the future. We have become a leading provider of health care products and services to seniors, including Medicare Supplement plans in association with AARP. |
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Why even bother having presentations? 
