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ACCCBuzz brings you the latest news and policy updates affecting US health care and oncology/hematology, while offering the how-to perspective in cancer care delivery, program and practice operations, and so much more.

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The Role of Patient Advocates in Clinical Research

January 25, 2021

Carla Strom, MLA, speaks with ACCCBuzz about her role as an advocate, how this role has evolved, and why listening to the community's voice early and often in clinical trial development and cancer research is vital.

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Community Outreach to Address Disparities in Cancer Care

January 14, 2021

Learn how the PECaD program at Siteman Cancer Center is decreasing disparities in care by monitoring data, engaging the community, supporting research, and ensuring diverse representation in research.

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Leading by Example

January 4, 2021

Learn how the American Board of Internal Medicine is urging physicians to publicly share their COVID-19 vaccinations on social media to promote the importance of vaccination.

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The Best (and Worst) of 2020

December 30, 2020

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CMS Enters 2021

December 21, 2020

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Moving Immunotherapy Patients Into Survivorship: A Conversation

December 11, 2020

Recent advances in immuno-oncology (IO) therapies have led to rapid, effective treatments for subsets of patients with cancers that have proven resistant to conventional treatments.

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Addressing Racial Equity in the C-Suite

December 8, 2020

This Modern Healthcare town hall gathered healthcare leaders across the nation to discuss how they can best address racial inequity in their respective organizations from a leadership perspective.

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Preventing and Treating HIV-Related Cancers ​

November 30, 2020

December 1 is World AIDS Day, a time to reflect on the phenomenal progress that has been made in fighting this disease.

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Access Free Webinars from ACCC’s Financial Advocacy Network Virtual Summit

November 24, 2020

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Navigating Billing for Pharmacy Services

November 19, 2020

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Fostering Excellence in Care and Outcomes for Patients with Stage III and IV NSCLC

November 13, 2020

Growing knowledge of NSCLC subtypes and molecular biomarkers for this disease has led to changes in how NSCLC is diagnosed and staged.

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Liver Cancer “Heatmap” Helps Organizations Tailor Outreach and Research

October 29, 2020

I see the liver cancer heatmap being used as a source of networking between institutions and as a way to help patients find a medical facility to help navigate their care closer to home.

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Navigating in a New Era: Crisis and Opportunity

October 28, 2020

Navigators are problem solvers. ... We're filling in gaps where we’re needed, helping with screening, implementing cleaning protocols, and helping staff transition to virtual work.

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ACCC Comments on CMS Radiation Oncology Final Rule; CMS Delays Implementation

October 27, 2020

The RO Model will test whether bundled, prospective, site-neutral, and episode-based reimbursement can reduce Medicare expenditures while preserving or enhancing the quality of care.

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Learning to Die: Real-life Stories of Ordinary People With Extraordinary Bravery

October 20, 2020

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ACCC Launches Webinar Series on Oncology Pharmacy

October 19, 2020

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ACCC Comments on 2021 Proposed OPPS and PFS Rules

October 14, 2020

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Oncology Social Workers Promote Self-Care in the Workplace

October 12, 2020

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Cancer Center Brings Clinical Trials to Diverse Population

October 7, 2020

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Reframing Financial Navigation During COVID-19

September 28, 2020

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The SHE Experience: ACCC Conference Promotes Women in Oncology

September 25, 2020

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Behind the Curtain: 2020 Innovator Award Winners and Their Champions Share the Secrets to their Success

September 22, 2020

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Oncology Social Worker Survey Closes September 25

September 21, 2020

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Using Resiliency to Drive Positive Change

September 15, 2020

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Shifting Community Outreach Priorities During COVID-19

September 11, 2020

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Talk Live with Your Peers About Outreach and Prevention Efforts in a COVID-19 World

September 4, 2020

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Financial Advocacy During a Pandemic

August 21, 2020

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Beyond the Pandemic: A Long-Term View of Medical Environments

August 10, 2020

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2020 ACCC Innovator Awards: Making Outpatient Chemo Possible

August 6, 2020

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ACCC Responds to Executive Orders on Drug Pricing Reform

August 3, 2020

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