All Management & Operations ACCCBuzz Articles

Building Conversations Around Patient Identity

May 07, 2024

ACCCBuzz explores building respectful conversations with patients around their identity.

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Revolutionizing Oncology: The Center for Practice Transformation and Integration

April 24, 2024

Discover highlights from the Oncology Practice Transformation and Integration Center preconference at #AMCCBS.

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Addressing Challenges in EHR Integration

April 03, 2024

ACCCBuzz engaged in a discussion Josiah Allen, PharmD, a clinical pharmacogenomic pharmacist and Jake Barnes, an IS application manager, both from St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Kentucky, focused on the obstacles encountered in integrating a biomarker testing add-on module in their EHR.

ACCC & Inova Schar Cancer Institute Meet with Swedish Delegates

By Molly Kisiel, MSN, FNP-BC
March 14, 2024

Explore key takeaways from a meeting between ACCC, Inova Schar Cancer Institute, and delegates from the Swedish Ministry of Health and Social Affairs.

Promoting Health Equity: Unite for HER's Vision for Equitable Cancer Care

March 13, 2024

Discover the mission of Unite for HER—a national nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the health and well-being of those affected by breast and ovarian cancers.

#AMCCBS: The Future, Empathy, & Deep Dives

March 05, 2024

Highlights from the second day of the ACCC 50th Annual Meeting & Cancer Center Business Summit (#AMCCBS).

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Building a Precision Medicine Team: EHR Integration for Timely Biomarker Testing

February 26, 2024

ACCCBuzz spoke with the co-directors of a precision medicine Initiative at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania about their work in building a team to champion EHR integration to support precision medicine.

CMS Finalizes Rule to Improve the Prior Authorization Process

By Monique J. Marino
February 22, 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized the CMS Interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule, establishing requirements for certain payers to streamline the prior authorization process.

Workforce Diversity: African Americans in Healthcare

February 14, 2024

An overview of the modern health care workforce reveals a concerning disparity in the amount of African American medical professionals.

The Importance of Developing Health Equity Initiatives

February 07, 2024

Modern Healthcare's latest symposium on social drivers of health, gathered industry leaders to develop practical strategies for the promotion of health equity initiatives.

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Talk About It: Cancer Care and Mental Health

February 05, 2024

BeiGene hosted its second annual Talk About It: Cancer and Mental Health LinkedIn Live event. This year’s theme focused on bridging cancer centers and community partners to help meet acute needs.

Social Drivers of Health: The Role of Representation in the Healthcare Workforce

By Rania Emara
January 15, 2024

This is the second post of a three-part series on Modern Healthcare’s Social Determinants of Health Symposium.

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Improving Care Coordination for Patients with Lung Cancer: The Basics

November 16, 2023

ACCC's Improving Care Coordination Model can lead to improved care and treatment outcomes for patients with lung cancer.

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ACCC Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 25, 2023

ACCC recognizes breast cancer awareness month.

Humility: The Most Important Attribute of Leadership

By Josh Hendricks BSN, OCN
October 23, 2023

Josh Hendricks BSN, OCN, operations manager for Corewell Health West, discusses the importance of humility as a leader.

#ACCCNOC: Fostering Ingenuity + Collaboration

October 11, 2023

Highlights from the third and final day of #ACCCNOC.

#ACCCNOC: Innovation + Leadership

October 06, 2023

Highlights from a day of learning at day 2 of #ACCCNOC.

Improving Care Coordination for Patients with Lung Cancer: A Look at Best Practices

October 03, 2023

Insight from 2 ACCC members on the implementation of the Improving Care Coordination Model.

Examining a System in Distress: The Present and Future of Oncology Nursing

September 28, 2023

Amid rising nursing strikes in the United States, healthcare organizations must understand their causes and effects, as well as potential solutions.

Implementing an Advanced Practice Radiation Therapist Role

September 19, 2023

Learn how the creation of the first advanced practice radiation therapist (APRT) role in the United States established a new model of inpatient care, elevating the radiation therapy skill set and allowing for intervention at key points along the radiation oncology care pathway.

Closing the Testing Gap: Standardization of Comprehensive Biomarker Testing in NSCLC

August 25, 2023

Oncology Hematology Care, Inc. launched a one-year quality improvement project to implement and standardize comprehensive biomarker testing in patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer.

A Model for Demonstrating Sustainable Outreach for Cancer Screening

August 24, 2023

St. Elizabeth Cancer Center launched a comprehensive program to perform outreach to patients with outstanding orders for lung, breast, and colon cancer screenings.

Conflict: What it is + Best Management Strategies

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
August 22, 2023

In her monthly leadership series, Dr Barbara Schmidtman—vice president of cancer health operations at Corewell Health West—offers her perspective on managing conflict in the workplace.

The Role of a Pharmacist in Managing irAEs

By Sita Bhatt, PharmD and Radhika Jhaveri, PharmD, BCOP
August 17, 2023

Managing immunotherapy related adverse events (irAEs) requires a team-based effort, with pharmacists playing an integral role in their identification and management within both outpatient and inpatient multidisciplinary teams.

e-Consults for Immune-Related Toxicities Improve Patient Access and Reduce Costs

July 26, 2023

By implementing e-consults for patients experiencing endocrine immune-related adverse events, Duke Cancer Institute improved patient access and reduced healthcare utilization.

Discussions that Matter: Managing Drug Shortages and Empowering Oncology Pharmacists

July 18, 2023

In the face of an unprecedented drug shortage, HOPA partnered with ACCC and AVAHO to lead a virtual round table discussing best practices the multidisciplinary cancer care team can use to mitigate its effects.

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Discussions that Matter: A Look at the Current Drug Shortage

July 10, 2023

In the face of an unprecedented drug shortage, Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) partnered with the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) and Association of VA Hematology/Oncology (AVAHO) to lead a virtual round table aimed at developing practical strategies healthcare organizations around the country can adopt.

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Regional Disparities in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: A GPS for Cancer Care

June 22, 2023

ACCC set out to identify and understand specific regional challenges to appropriate and equitable care for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, the most common form of leukemia in adults.

Trans-Inclusive Cancer Care: Why It’s an Important Part of Health Equity

June 21, 2023

For National Pride Month this year, the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) is highlighting the transgender community and what it means for cancer programs and practices nationwide to provide trans-inclusive care.

A New Decade for Advancements in Immunotherapy

June 08, 2023

June is Cancer Immunotherapy Month, and ACCC is highlighting the important work that it and its partners are doing to increase patient access to these novel therapies.

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National Cancer Survivors Day: Stories from ACCC Staff

June 01, 2023

ACCC recognizes National Cancer Survivors Day with stories from two survivors who are members of its staff.

Healthcare Leadership Strategies: Taking Time Off for Yourself

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
May 25, 2023

Dr. Barbara Schmidtman shares why taking time off this spring or summer is important for leaders and their teams' self-care and job satisfaction.

ACCC Recognizes National Cancer Research Month

May 23, 2023

ACCCBuzz spoke with Erika Siegrist at Luminis Health Research Institute to learn more about how technology has helped expand patient access to cancer clinical trials.

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ACCC Recognizes Bladder Cancer Awareness Month

May 16, 2023

This May, ACCC is recognizing Bladder Cancer Awareness Month with a message highlighting the importance of awareness, patient education, and support.

2023 NMQF Summit: Improving Diversity in Cancer Clinical Trials

May 03, 2023

At the 2023 National Minority Quality Forum Summit on Health Disparities and Spring Health Braintrust, panelists discussed strategies that can be implemented to improve diversity in clinical trials.

Entrepreneurs Tackle Workforce Issues and Lung Cancer Screenings

May 02, 2023

ACCC Buzz had an opportunity to speak with Jonathan Govette, co-founder and chief operating officer at Oatmeal Health, to learn more about its virtual clinic and patient engagement services and cancer screenings.

Managing Side Effects and Nutritional Needs for Patients with Myelofibrosis

April 27, 2023

ACCCBuzz spoke with Dr. Gabriela Hobbs, MD, at Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center to learn how to best manage patients' care for those with myelofibrosis.

Returning to "Normal": The End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

By Teri Bedard, RT(R)(T), CPC
April 25, 2023

The COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) is set to end early next month. To better understand what's to come, Teri Bedard discusses what PHE-related waivers and extensions will end or change on May 11, 2023.

Achieving Health Equity in Oncology with Precision Medicine Stewards

April 20, 2023

ACCCBuzz spoke with Luis E. Raez, MD, FACP, FCCP, to learn more about the importance of closing the gap in access to biomarker testing and strategies to improve equity and inclusion in precision medicine.

Strengthening Your Oncology Workforce: How to Approach Leadership and Team Building

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD, and Josh Hendricks, BSN, OCN
April 18, 2023

Josh Hendricks joins Dr. Barbara Schmidtman on ACCCBuzz's healthcare leadership series. Learn how your approach to leadership may impede your team's professional growth or allow them to flourish.

(Re)Building the Oncology Workforce: ACCC President Dr. Ajayi’s 2023-2024 Theme

April 12, 2023

Dr. Olalekan Ajayi has dedicated his 2023-2024 ACCC President's Theme to the oncology workforce—mentoring a new generation of leaders and diversifying cancer care teams to ensure better representation of the different communities within which patients live.

The Psychosocial and Financial Aspects of Treating Myelofibrosis

April 11, 2023

ACCCBuzz spoke with Julie Huynh-Lu, PA-C—physician assistant in the Department of Leukemia at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center—to learn more about enhancing the care for patients with myelofibrosis by assessing and addressing their psychosocial and financial health.

Health for All: Addressing Health Equity Among American Indians + Alaska Natives

By Chidi Ike
April 06, 2023

April 7 marks the 75th anniversary of World Health Day, with this year's theme centered around achieving health for all. This directive can be accomplished in part by increasing access to high-quality healthcare nationwide.

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ACCC Recognizes Social Work Month

March 30, 2023

In recognition of March as social work month, ACCCBuzz discusses the value of social workers as a member of the multidisciplinary cancer care team with Sarah Conning, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, APHSW-C.

Healthy Leadership Strategies: Take a Time Out to Walk

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
March 29, 2023

With Dr. Barbara Schmidtman's blog this month, she hopes to remind you (and your teams) that simple things like taking a time out, going on quick walk, and more can help you with self-care during the workday.

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First Oncology-Focused, Age-Friendly Health Systems Action Community

March 28, 2023

The U.S. population is aging. So ACCC—in partnership with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)—developed the Oncology Action Community to help participating cancer programs and practices become age-friendly health systems.

ACCC Spotlights Critical Lung Cancer Screening Needs in Appalachia

March 23, 2023

ACCC held a LinkedIn live event on March 13, 2023, with subject matter experts, who shared strategies for tackling lung cancer disparities in the Appalachian Region and beyond.

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An Update on Healthcare Legislation at the State Level

By Christian G. Downs, MHA, JD
March 22, 2023

If you are looking for legislative action, look no further than your state's legislatures. Most—if not all—states have had issues relating to oncology care and healthcare in general come up during their 2023 sessions.

Precision Medicine Trends: Stewardship Is on the Rise

March 16, 2023

With the variety of models and titles that have emerged under precision medicine stewardship, learn how one cancer program is breaking down the this complex landscape into streamlined workflows to improve efficiency and better support growing test volumes.

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Effective Patient-Provider Communication for Colorectal Cancer Screening

March 15, 2023

ACCC is recognizing National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month by highlighting the importance of cancer screenings and early detection.

#AMCCBS: A Robotic Oncology Pharmacy, NYC Nursing Strike, & More

March 14, 2023

On Friday, March 10, the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) concluded its ACCC 49th Annual Meeting & Cancer Center. The conference came to a close with a keynote on leveraging robotics in the pharmacy, as well as a session discussing the challenges of the recent nursing strike.

#AMCCBS: Clinical & Operational Updates in Oncology

March 09, 2023

Before opening the ACCC 49th Annual Meeting & Cancer Center Business Summit to its membership, ACCC held two pre-conference events on Wednesday, March 8. Learn more about what was discussed among invited speakers during these events.

ACCC Announces its 2023 Advocacy Agenda

March 07, 2023

For 2023, ACCC members have identified four core areas of focus (e.g., reimbursement, utilization management, provider-patient choice), among a larger set of issues and concerns, that the association will be supporting this year.

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Technology & the Ideal Future State of Oncology

March 06, 2023

ACCC President Dr. David R. Penberthy's final Tech Talk featured 4 panelists, who shared their perspectives on how technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the use of big data are currently impacting cancer care delivery, as well as their vision of the ideal future state.

The American Healthcare Cost Crisis: Addressing Administrative Waste and More

March 02, 2023

Marty Makary, MD, MPH, discusses the American healthcare cost crisis, in his keynote address at the North Carolina Oncology Association and South Carolina Oncology Society annual joint conference.

How to Lead Effective Meetings

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
February 22, 2023

Dr. Barbara Schmidtman shares valuable strategies for leading effective meetings in a virtual setting.

Robots, Biologics, and Advocates: Lessons from the Pharmacy

February 02, 2023

Dr. Andre Harvin previews his keynote address at the upcoming Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) 49th Annual Meeting & Cancer Center Business Summit (AMCCBS).

Effective Leadership Strategies: Defining + Helping Others with Their Purpose

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
January 26, 2023

By building camaraderie and strong relationships with their employees, healthcare leaders can reduce the effects of burnout, boost morale, and reduce turnover.

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ACCC Recognizes Cervical Health Awareness Month

January 17, 2023

Approximately 13,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with cervical cancer annually, with the highest incidence rates among the Appalachian region. Learn how the ACCC Appalachian Community Cancer Alliance is working to improve cancer care delivery in this region and beyond.

Combatting Healthcare Workforce Issues with Proven Leadership Skills

January 03, 2023

ACCC highlights 2022 workforce trends and how healthcare organizations can improve employee moral with proven leadership.

Subspecialty Insights in Immuno-Oncology: A Closer Look at APPs

By Sarah Sagorsky, MPAS, PA-C
December 27, 2022

The first post in ACCC's "Subspeciality Immuno-Oncology Insights" series—the APP perspective and real-world strategies for tackling current challenges in the delivery of immunotherapies for cancer.

Precision Medicine Stewards: The Next Step in Personalized Medicine

December 15, 2022

ACCC shares how a precision medicine steward—a dedicated navigator focused specifically on biopsy samples and biomarker testing processes and results—can make a daunting biomarker testing process incredibly efficient for cancer programs and practices everywhere.

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ACCC President-Led Forum Addresses RPM Technologies + Health Equity

December 08, 2022

On November 10, 2022, ACCC President Dr. David R. Penberthy, MBA, held his third in a series of four Tech Talks, where invited subject matter experts and ACCC members discussed remote patient monitoring (RPM) in cancer care.

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Triplet vs. Quadruplet Therapy: Choosing the Right Multiple Myeloma Treatment

November 23, 2022

ACCCBuzz spoke with Dr. Jessica Unzaga at Baptist Health’s Miami Cancer Institute, to help consider the use of triplet vs. quadruplet regimens in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Manipulating Data to Make Precision Medicine Magic

November 22, 2022

Dr. John Strickler from Duke Cancer Institute sat down with ACCCBuzz to talk about molecular profiling and data, including the cancer institute's own journey in oncology precision medicine.

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Financial Measurement Streamlines Revenue Cycle Management

By Thea Sinclair
November 17, 2022

Learn how a thriving revenue cycle management process ensures well-timed revenue, steady collection, and healthy financial viability for a healthcare organization, while focusing on providing high-quality care to patients.

Recognizing National Nurse Practitioner Week Through Thought Leaders

November 16, 2022

November 13 to 19 is dedicated to National Nurse Practitioner Week, and the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) is taking this opportunity to recognize its nurse practitioner (NP) members—highlighting the work NPs do to improve access to care, the patient and clinician experience, and patient outcomes.

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ACCC Honors National Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November 10, 2022

Every November we remember National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. So ACCCBuzz spoke with Caroline Wolf to learn more about CHI Memorial's lung screening outreach efforts and Breathe Easy Mobile Lung Screening Program.

Burnout in Oncology: Results from ACCC’s 2022 Mini Z Survey

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
November 08, 2022

Dr. Barbara Schmidtman highlights key findings from the 2022 ACCC Mini Z burnout survey, comparing results from the pre-pandemic 2019 to now.

Better Supporting Patients with HR+, HER2- Breast Cancer

November 02, 2022

ACCC has engaged experts through a vodcast series from CANCER BUZZ TV, focusing on specific issues regarding treatment adherence to oral therapies, treatment-related side effects, patient education, and financial barriers for patients with HR+, HER2- breast cancer.

Healthcare Digitization: Looking to the Future

November 01, 2022

In the 7th Annual Becker's Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, held virtually October 10 to 12, panelists discussed the influence of digital technology in healthcare over the next decade.

Rare Cancer and the Cancer Patient Equity Act of 2021

October 25, 2022

Introduced in 2021, the Cancer Patient Equity Act seeks to provide coverage of certain cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests under Medicare, Medicaid, and the Children's Health Insurance Program, and more.

The Multifaceted Role of an Oncology Pharmacist

By Chidi Ike
October 20, 2022

In recognition of American Pharmacists Month, ACCCBuzz spoke to Dr. Sarah Hudson-DiSalle at The James Cancer Hospital to learn more about her role on the cancer care team.

ACCC Recognizes Pharmacy Technician Day

October 18, 2022

In recognition of Pharmacy Technician Day today (October 18), ACCCBuzz spoke with Danielle Duy, CPhT, to learn more about her role on the multidisciplinary cancer care team.

#ACCCNOC: Little Big Bangs—Innovation in Action

October 14, 2022

Healthcare—especially oncology—is rife with competing demands that make it particularly challenging to engage oncology staff in innovation. #ACCCNOC keynote speaker Julie Holmes shares her principles for innovating in healthcare through “little big bangs” (or micro-innovations).

#ACCCNOC: What Does the Future of Cancer Care Look Like?

October 13, 2022

The ACCC 39th National Oncology Conference opened with two pre-conferences, covering financial advocacy in oncology and the future of cancer care. Learn what care delivery may look like in 2040 and how ACCC is supporting cancer programs and practices through its Financial Advocacy Network.

Integrating Oral Oncolytics into Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Practice

October 07, 2022

With the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) shifting substantially in the last five years, learn how ACCC is supporting oncology professionals in integrating oral oncolytics in CLL practice.

ACCC Webinar Series Bridges Oncology Care Knowledge Gaps

October 06, 2022

An ACCC Oncology Practice Transformation and Integration Center (OPTIC) program webinar series is supporting oncology professionals, so they can provide the highest quality of care to their patients. Find out what experts are saying in strategic planning, data collection and analysis, and quality improvement.

Challenges to Advancing Cancer Risk Identification & Reduction

October 04, 2022

ACCCBuzz shares highlights from the NCCN Policy Summit: Reducing the Cancer Burden through Prevention and Early Detection, highlighting the real impacts felt by patients and providers in cancer risk identification and reduction.

State Legislation Requiring Coverage of Biomarker Testing Gains Momentum

By Matt Devino, MPH
September 30, 2022

State legislation across the U.S. is tackling health insurance coverage for comprehensive biomarker testing. Learn more about what's going on where you live and across the nation.

Multiple Myeloma: Considering First-Line Treatment Options

September 28, 2022

ACCCBuzz spoke with Dr. Dan Vogl to learn more about the treatment options available to patients with multiple myeloma, including the benefits of adding anti-CD38 monoclonal antibodies in either first- or second-line treatment.

Quality Improvement in Stages III & IV Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Care

September 23, 2022

Care optimization is everything in today’s rapidly changing healthcare landscape. Learn how ACCC's nationwide quality improvement (QI) initiative helped Southern Ohio Medical Center Cancer Center develop and implement plans to support the optimization of care for patients diagnosed with Stages III and IV non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Converging Goals: Public Health & the Cancer Moonshot Initiative

September 22, 2022

On September 16, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network convened experts and stakeholders in D.C. for a policy summit spotlighting today’s cancer screening and prevention landscape. Learn what speakers discussed, including what changes need to happen to create an equitable future for all people at risk—or not—for cancer.

Digital Solutions Connect Resources to Patients at the Right Time

September 15, 2022

Cancer programs and practices can leverage technology to mitigate the impact of social determinants of health (SDOH). Learn about three companies and their technology that is developed to advance equity in cancer care delivery.

ACCC Forum Focuses on Technology Solutions to Mitigate Workforce Shortages

September 06, 2022

On August 18, ACCC President David R. Penberthy, MD, hosted his second Tech Talk, as 40 ACCC members came together to brainstorm technology solutions to mitigate oncology workforce shortages. Learn about the day’s discussion and the variety of artificial intelligence (AI)- and business intelligence (BI)-enabled platforms that are available to support your workforce.

Enhancing Advanced Ovarian Cancer Care Delivery

August 30, 2022

September is Ovarian Cancer and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. In recognition, ACCC shares how its Barriers to Quality Care in Ovarian Cancer Phase II will test the model developed in the previous phase to optimize care for patients with advanced epithelial ovarian cancer.

Improving Oral Oncolytic Compliance with Technology

August 22, 2022

By turning to technology solutions that are already being used by the health system and that were well understood by their healthcare teams and patients, Baptist Health South Florida, Miami Cancer Institute staff are providing high-quality cancer care without having to dip deeper into its operating budget.

Highlights from the CY2023 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule

By Teri Bedard, RT(R)(T), CPC
August 18, 2022

Teri Bedard, RT(R)(T), CPC, shares her highlights of the calendar year 2023 HOPPS proposed rule and its potential impact on oncology/hematology.

Highlights from the CY2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule

By Teri Bedard, RT(R)(T), CPC
August 16, 2022

Teri Bedard, RT(R)(T), CPC, shares her highlights of the calendar year 2023 MPFS proposed rule and its potential impact on oncology/hematology.

Student Entrepreneurs Tackle Healthcare Burnout with Technology-Based Platform

August 11, 2022

ACCCBuzz spoke with Sanketh Andhavarapu, co-founder and chief of product and strategy, and Veeraj Shah, chief executive officer, to learn how Vitalize—a wellness-based platform—is addressing burnout among healthcare providers.

Optimizing Telehealth for Older Adults with Cancer

August 09, 2022

ACCCBuzz shares a brief on the its" Digital Bridges: Optimizing Telehealth for Older Adults With Cancer," including more about the benefits of developing a telehealth-based geriatric oncology clinic.

Expanding Access to Bispecific Antibodies in Community Cancer Care

August 03, 2022

Learn how ACCC's bispecific antibody initiative “Best Practices in Expanding Access to Bispecific Antibodies and Adverse Event Management”—developed in partnership with the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer—will help expand the use of these novel therapies and optimize care for patients with cancer.

ACCC Commemorates World Lung Cancer Day—10 Years Strong

August 01, 2022

Communities around the globe recognize August 1 as World Lung Cancer Day—a day to commemorate, educate, and support individuals and families impacted by lung cancer. Read highlights on a few ACCC initiatives that are helping cancer care teams better support their patients with this disease.

Life Lessons: Finding Joy in Challenging Times

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
July 27, 2022

Dr. Barbara Schmidtman discusses how life's challenges have taught her to embrace joy in the workplace through redefining "failure" and taking control of the uncontrollable.

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Advocating in Oncology: The Importance of State-Based Grassroots

July 26, 2022

Dr. David Eagle shares why grassroot advocacy efforts are so important to furthering health equity and person-centered care in oncology, including how state-based efforts curbed harmful pharmacy benefit manager practices in New York.

How Does the EOM Compare to the OCM?

By Matt Devino, MPH
July 20, 2022

ACCC Director Cancer Care Delivery and Health Policy Matt Devino, MPH, lays out the four key differences between the OCM and EOM that interested applicants need to consider.

Rapid Access Diagnostic Clinic Expedites Cancer Treatment

July 19, 2022

To fill a care gap, The James Cancer Hospital opened a new set of front doors to its facility—The James Cancer Diagnostic Center—to ensure all patients with a concern for cancer could be quickly evaluated, even if they didn’t have a confirmed diagnosis.

A Collaborative Primary and Cancer Care Model

July 12, 2022

Learn how ChristianaCare has embedded primary care within its cancer service line to help oncology patients manage their comorbidities to maximize their anti-cancer treatment.

VCU’s Medical-Legal Partnership Meets Oncology Patients’ Needs

July 07, 2022

The VCU Massey Cancer Center incorporated a legal service at their center because more work had to be done to address social determinants of health rooted in legal problems in order to offer comprehensive services that met the full gamut of its patients’ needs.

MRD Testing in Multiple Myeloma

By Eva Pan, PharmD, BCOP
July 05, 2022

Measurable residual disease (MRD) has gained traction as a compelling marker for disease status across various hematologic malignancies, including multiple myeloma. Learn how MRD is uniquely suited to help evaluate the depth of treatment response.

Leading in Oncology Through Change

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
June 30, 2022

Though managing and adapting to change can be two of the most stressful and intimidating elements of leadership, Dr. Schmidtman shares why leaders should embrace change just as their patients do.

MRD Testing in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

By Eva Pan, PharmD, BCOP
June 29, 2022

With data already demonstrating the role of MRD for CLL response assessment and prognosis, cancer programs should prepare themselves for implementation of MRD testing for appropriate patients.

Bringing Hospital Care Home: Transitional or Transformative?

June 28, 2022

Through a virtual panel on advancing acute care into the home, Modern Healthcare's Hospital at Home virtual briefing lays out three key needs any cancer program or practice should address when implementing an acute care hospital-at-home program.

2022 ACCC Hill Day: Members Meet with Congress

June 24, 2022

Advocating on behalf of their patients and programs, ACCC members from 14 states participated in Virtual Hill Day, speaking with Congress and their staff on key legislation asks regarding access to care, telehealth, prior authorizations, and more.

Medicare Ahead: Equity, Accountability, Sustainability

June 21, 2022

Looking to the future, CMS is seeking to leverage the agency’s strength to advance health equity; drive high-quality, person-centered care; and promote the affordability and sustainability of the Medicare Program.

ACCC Promotes Cancer Awareness Through #BlackFamCan

June 16, 2022

June 16 to 22 is National Black Family Cancer Awareness Week—a week dedicated to increase awareness of the importance of clinical trial participation and specimen donations for cancer research among Black Americans. Learn what ACCC is doing to address health disparities for all underserved populations across America.

PCP Insights Needed to Improve Cancer Screening in Rural Appalachia

By Richard Ingram, MD
June 15, 2022

Dr. Richard Ingram shares why he got involved in ACCC's Appalachian Community Cancer Alliance and why it's so important for this initiative to collaborate closely with primary care providers in the region.

Financial Advocates Discuss Challenges in Radiation Oncology

June 13, 2022

It is no surprise to financial advocates that accessing treatment cost assistance for radiation oncology patients is a major challenge. In response, ACCC’s Financial Advocacy Network held two small-group coffee chats to assist its members in identifying and addressing barriers to financial support for patients receiving radiation therapy.

Infusion Wallboard Improves the Patient Experience

By Cody Stansel, RN, MSN, NE-BC, OCN, CMSRN; Wendy Howell RN, MSN, OCN; and Heather Jackson, PhD, APRN, NEA-BC, FAANP
June 09, 2022

Patients receiving anti-cancer infusions often experience lengthy appointment wait times due to the highly complex nature of their care. To address this lack in communication, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center developed a digital wallboard to better inform patients of their appointment status.

ACCC Forms Alliance to Improve Cancer Care Continuum

June 08, 2022

ACCC has partnered with several of its oncology state societies to establish the Appalachian Community Cancer Alliance—a key effort to address disparities in cancer screening and care delivery in the region.

Hospital at Home: Success Factors & Challenges

June 07, 2022

During a recent virtual briefing by Modern Healthcare, one session explored the current trends and models of excellence in at-home care. ACCCBuzz highlights panelists' insights on the common characteristics and challenges of successful hospital-at-home programs.

ACCC Tools for Immuno-Oncology Survivorship Care

June 03, 2022

In recognizing Cancer Immunotherapy Month and National Cancer Survivors Day (June 5), ACCC is highlighting the resources it has created to assist the multidisciplinary team in creating and adapting survivorship care plans to meet these patients’ unique needs and support toxicity management for better outcomes.

Hospital Care Comes Home

June 02, 2022

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, patients with cancer received care in three settings: hospital inpatient, hospital emergency room, and the outpatient clinic. But just as the pandemic overturned deep-rooted barriers to telehealth uptake, it also brought renewed attention to the hospital-at-home model.

Leading Through Trust

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
May 31, 2022

The last time I wrote for ACCCBuzz, I shared that I would try to find nuggets of wisdom that were inspiring me in my work and day-to-day life in hope of inspiring you. One topic that keeps coming to my mind: building trust among our teams and colleagues.

Speaker Reflections: Attending ACCC’s Oncology Reimbursement Meetings

By Wendi Waugh, RT(R)(T), CMD, CTR
May 27, 2022

ACCC Board Member Wendi Waugh tells ACCCBuzz about her experience speaking at and attending the in-person Oncology Reimbursement Meetings this spring, covering topics from financial advocacy in oncology to formulary management and networking with colleagues to address workforce concerns at your cancer center.

Achieving Health Equity in Bladder Cancer Care

May 26, 2022

In recognition of Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, ACCC would like to stress the importance of reducing existing disparities in bladder cancer care.

Study Highlights Need for Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization Reform

By Matt Devino, MPH
May 24, 2022

ACCC is supporting the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2021, which would require Medicare Advantage plans to standardize and streamline prior authorization processes and increase the transparency of their requirements to prevent unnecessary denials and delays in patient care.

Combatting the Great Resignation: Strategies for Healthcare Organizations

May 19, 2022

ACCC recently partnered with Hallmark Health Care Solutions to host a live broadcast, where expert panelists discussed barriers and effective practices to ensure the recruitment and retainment of a quality workforce.

ACCC Celebrates Oncology Nursing Month

May 17, 2022

May celebrates Oncology Nursing Month, and ACCC recognizes the integral role oncology nurses play in cancer care delivery.

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NOLA + Pathways Partnership: Meeting Patients’ Needs Locally

May 11, 2022

The final post in a three-blog series, ACCCBuzz spoke to Megan Morava, PA-C, and Alexandra Greenawalt who share how one independent oncology practice and local community center are taking action to improve equitable cancer care delivery at the local level.

The Promise of MRD Testing in Hematologic Malignancies

May 05, 2022

Testing for measurable residual disease can shape treatment choices and patient management to achieve better outcomes, and the need persists for members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team to better understand the purpose, use, and significance of this testing in all cancer treatment settings.

Optimizing Cancer Care Delivery in 2022, Part 2

May 03, 2022

Technology has a key role to play in the future of cancer care delivery. Read how artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to help cancer programs and practices stay financially viable, while offering high-quality care.

Local Action Improves Access to Key Oncology Services

April 28, 2022

The second post in a three-blog series, ACCCBuzz shares how Carolina Blood and Cancer Care Associates' NOLA initiative is addressing access to care, clinical trials, biomarker testing, and more.

Optimizing Cancer Care Delivery in 2022, Part 1

April 26, 2022

This blog is the first in a two-part series on value-based care transformation, focusing on new site of care settings like patients' homes.

Act Locally: No One Is Left Alone

April 20, 2022

Carolina Blood and Cancer Care Associate's No One Left Alone (or NOLA) initiative is a multi-phase pilot program aimed at lessening disparities in cancer care in three key areas: care access, biomarker testing, and clinical trials.

ACCC Recognizes National Minority Health Month

April 12, 2022

ACCC—which has made mitigating disparities in cancer care a core component of its mission—recognizes the importance of National Minority Health Month and National Minority Cancer Awareness Week this April.

Leading With My Heart

By Barbara Schmidtman, PhD
April 07, 2022

This is the first post in an ACCCBuzz series on effective leadership practices in cancer care, written by Dr. Barbara Schmidtman.

Tips for Assisting Uninsured Patients with Treatment Costs

March 24, 2022

Jeanie Troy, a financial navigator at Lake Region Healthcare in the Cancer Care and Research Center, discusses how to help uninsured patients access their anti-cancer treatment if they are not eligible for Medicare or Medicaid.

Expanding Awareness of Multiple Myeloma

March 23, 2022

March is Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month. Learn how ACCC is supporting collaboration among healthcare providers with practical, scalable solutions to the real-world challenges of improving quality care delivery for patients with multiple myeloma.

Recap: ACCC’s 48th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit, Part 2

March 15, 2022

After convening its members, sponsors, and industry partners in Washington, DC, for the first time since the dawn of COVID-19, ACCC Buzz shares a glimpse of the activities and insights the final day at ACCC’s 48th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit.

Recap: ACCC’s 48th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit, Part 1

March 09, 2022

ACCC convened its members, sponsors, and industry partners in person (for the first time since the dawn of the COVID-19 pandemic) and online for the 48th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit in Washington, D.C., enabling more people to participate in ways in which they were most comfortable.

ACCC Updates Financial Advocacy Services Guidelines

February 28, 2022

In response to the ever-changing landscape of healthcare and financial advocacy, the ACCC Financial Advocacy Network is collaborating this year with its partners to update ACCC’s Financial Advocacy Services Guidelines.

The Long Road to Recovery, Part IV: Cancer Screening in the U.S. (Munson Healthcare, Michigan)

February 04, 2022

As in other areas of the country, COVID-19 surges during the past two years have led to the cancellation, postponement, or downsizing of planned community outreach and screening events at Munson Healthcare in Michigan. Oncologists at Munson think it’s likely that northern Michigan will see an increase in late-stage cancer cases as a result.

Notes on Nursing: The “Real Work” of Nurses, Relational Practice

By Robin B. Atkins, RN, OCN
January 24, 2022

Relational work does not require a doctor’s orders, but without it there is no humanity in the delivery of patient care. Nurses who do not have time to deliver relational care can become unfulfilled, disappointed with their work, and burned out—the altruism for which many of them entered the profession gone.

Spotlight on Financial Advocates

December 16, 2021

As we approach the end of 2021, ACCCBuzz is recognizing the individuals who have been featured in our Financial Advocate Spotlights and the incredible stories they have shared with us.

Offering Free Patient Services Can Be Rewarding and Compliant

By Rachel Marquez, MPH
December 09, 2021

Because transportation disruptions can result in missed appointments, treatment delays, and potentially adverse health outcomes, we must help ensure that our patients have access to safe and reliable means of transportation.

Oncology Staff Share Staffing, Morale Concerns

November 10, 2021

Discussions about staffing shortages, burnout, and heavy workloads have taken center stage during recent meetings with ACCC members. Learn what financial advocates and others are experiencing in their cancer program or practice and leadership are doing or plan to do to rebuild morale and team connections.

Transforming Complex to Clear: New Precision Medicine Tools

November 09, 2021

ACCC has launched Transforming Complex to Clear—a precision medicine campaign that has developed a range of tools and resources to help bring clarity to complex patient care decisions. Designed for multidisciplinary cancer teams, learn more about how these resources can enable clinicians to make educated and confident decisions.

ACCC Launches Precision Medicine Campaign

November 04, 2021

In launching its new campaign, "Transforming Complex To Clear," ACCC brought together expert panelists to discuss effective practices and offer tips to address current barriers to biomarker testing in the community setting.

ACCC Pursues Health Equity Through ACORI

October 05, 2021

In 2021, ACCC launched the ACCC Community Oncology Research Institute (ACORI), which builds on ACCC’s mission to achieve equitable cancer care for all patients by forming key community partnerships. As part of this mission, ACCC hosted the ACORI Call to Action Summit, a two-day virtual event held September 13-14, 2021, to garner participant feedback and guide the future of the institute.

ACCC Unveils New Tool for Financial Advocates

September 28, 2021

To help cancer programs and practices establish and maintain robust financial navigation programs, ACCC's Financial Advocacy Network recently developed the “Ready, Set, Go! Financial Advocacy Playbook” for all members of the cancer care team—particularly those who provide any level of financial advocacy services.

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ACCC Recognizes Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

September 14, 2021

ACCC has long highlighted the racial and ethnic disparities that exist in oncology and hematology care delivery to advocate for true health equity for all patients with cancer. Through various programs, ACCC helps teach members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team how they can help patients overcome barriers and disparities in various treatment settings.

Building a Team During the Darkest Days of COVID-19

By Amanda Henson, MSHA, MBA, FACHE
August 30, 2021

Amanda Henson writes a regular blog series for ACCCBuzz about how she created and helps manage a streamlined oncology service line within the Baptist Health System in Kentucky. In this post, Henson talks about Baptist Health's oncology leaders and how they united to problem-solve in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Medical Nutrition Therapy Act Would Benefit Medicare Recipients

August 24, 2021

If passed, the Medical Nutrition Therapy Act could expand Medicare Part B to cover medical nutrition therapy services for patients with cancer, who need to maintain their strength and keep a health body weight during treatment. ACCCBuzz shares more about this legislation and why its benefits are essential for oncology.

Notes on Nursing: Learning From a Noble Expert

By Robin B. Atkins, RN, OCN
August 05, 2021

Noble experts make some of the best teachers who often do their work in the trenches, consistently performing with humility and compassion. Their influence extends beyond the workplace into both their own lives and the lives of others, and often into history. In this blog, Robin Atkins, RN, OCN, remembers The James River Clinic and its noble experts.

State by State: Colorado Expands Scope of Practice for Pharmacy Professionals

By Matt Devino, MPH
August 03, 2021

Led by the Colorado Pharmacists Society and the sponsorship of Colorado state senators Faith Winter and Joann Ginal and Representatives Dylan Roberts and David Ortiz, Senate Bill 94 was signed into law June 24, 2021 by Colorado Governor Jared Polis, greatly expanding the scope of practice for state pharmacy professionals. Read how the expansion of collaborative practice agreements under the new legislation can enhance oncology patient care in several key ways.

Using Medicaid to Help Uninsured Patients Afford Their Care

July 27, 2021

ACCC worked with members of the ACCC Financial Advocacy Network to provide guidance on how to help patients access much-need financial assistance regardless of their insurance status. Here, a financial navigator at Kettering Cancer Care in Kettering, Ohio, discusses how to help patients afford their cancer care if they are uninsured or underinsured and if they are eligible to participate in their state’s Medicaid program.

Early Palliative Care Program Proactively Meets Patient Needs

July 22, 2021

Palliative care services are an important element of comprehensive cancer care. However, patients are not usually introduced to palliative care providers until their services are needed. Read how Cancer Care Associates of York—a community-based private practice in York, Penn.—is changing this by identifying high-risk patients suitable for palliative interventions up front and allowing patients to access palliative care services as early as possible.

Catch a Ride, Save a Life: Transportation Program Reduces No-Shows

July 20, 2021

Cone Health Cancer Center—a 2021 ACCC Innovator Award winner—is fighting for health equity by addressing the barriers to care that unequally affect lower-resourced communities in the rural and urban setting of Greensboro, N.C. Learn how the cancer center has built a transportation program that provides free round-trip rides to all patients from their homes to their medical appointments.

New Legislation Expands Access to Clinical Trials

By Matt Devino, MPH
July 14, 2021

Beginning January 2022, CMS will be required to cover for Medicaid patients the routine costs associated with participating in clinical trials. Learn what states and provider organizations can do to leverage this mandate to address barriers to care in the community and reduce inequities in clinical trial participation.

Integrating Community Paramedics into the Cancer Care Team

July 08, 2021

Through a partnership with Albuquerque Ambulance Service, a local community paramedic group that is a division of Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian enables qualifying patients with cancer access to certain clinical interventions and wellness checks in their homes from a specialized paramedicine oncology team. The goal of the program is to reduce patient utilization of the ED and reduce inpatient admissions by addressing some patients’ treatment-related symptoms at home.

Managing COVID+ Oncology Patients at Home During Treatment

July 07, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic posed many new complications for cancer programs and practices across the United States. To keep COVID-19-positive patients with cancer out of the hospital where they could potentially infect others, Inova Schar Cancer Institute in Fairfax, Va., implemented remote patient monitoring technology to continually track patients’ vitals while they are at home and in between their outpatient treatments.

Cancer Care’s Road to Recovery from the Global Pandemic

July 01, 2021

An interview with Debra Patt, MD, PhD, MBA, FASCO, Executive Vice President, Public Policy and Strategic Initiatives, at Texas Oncology. Learn about what you can expect from Dr. Patt's keynote at the 38th ACCC National Oncology Conference.

Pride Month & Equality in Cancer Care

June 28, 2021

“I had difficulty trusting providers enough to seek the care that I needed. When my partner saw something unusual on my back and I had to try a new dermatologist, I had to be dragged kicking and screaming to his office,” says Scout, PhD, MA, executive director of the National LGBT Cancer Network. Learn more about the needs of LGBTQ patients and how you can help create a safe, inclusive space.

Virtual Reality Brings Patient Education to Life

June 23, 2021

Effective patient education helps patients better understand their diagnoses and participate in shared decision-making with their providers. Douglas Holt, MD, chief resident of radiation oncology at the University of Colorado Cancer Center, UCHealth-Oncology Services, is taking patient education to the next level: virtual reality.

Building Relationships: The Foundation for a Successful Service Line

By Amanda Henson, MSHA, MBA, FACHE 
June 22, 2021

"Upon assuming my role in Baptist Health’s new oncology service line, I knew it was essential for me to continue strengthening my relationships with the physicians and leadership at the nine Baptist hospitals across Kentucky and Southern Indiana," says ACCC Board Member Amanda Henson, MSHA, MBA, FACHE. Learn how she achieved clinical, operational, and financial efficiencies to facilitate reliable, quality patient care across all sites while in her role.

New Louisiana Law Bans White Bagging

By Matt Devino, MPH
June 17, 2021

On June 1, 2021, the Governor of Louisiana signed legislation that banned “white bagging” in the state, ensuring that health insurers cannot refuse to pay for approved physician-administered drugs and related services to covered patients. It is the first such law in the United States.

ACCC Raises Awareness for National Black Family Cancer Awareness Week

June 14, 2021

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Oncology Center of Excellence, Project Community, has designated June 17 to June 23 as National Black Family Cancer Awareness Week. The week coincides with Juneteenth—an important date in our nation’s history that marks and celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. By participating in the #BlackFamCan social media effort, ACCC is building support and sharing knowledge with key stakeholders about the importance of including Black patients in cancer clinical trials and genetic databases for oncology research to improve access and effect change in cancer care delivery.

Building “Systemness” through Service Lines

May 24, 2021

This is the first of a monthly blog series on how the author created a streamlined oncology service line within her health system to help improve clinical outcomes across all sites.

Extending Telehealth Beyond the Pandemic

By Olalekan Ajayi, PharmD, MBA
May 17, 2021

Many patients with cancer now enjoy the invaluable benefits and flexibilities that telehealth makes possible. Patients have more convenient access to appointments, increased support from family caregivers who can attend virtual visits, and more time to focus on their work and families. Olalekan Ajayi, PharmD, MBA explains how the Telehealth Modernization Act can make this expanded healthcare access available beyond the pandemic.

Bill to Improve Access to Genetic Counseling Introduced in House and Senate

May 06, 2021

In March 2021, ACCC joined other stakeholders in stating our support of the Access to Genetic Counselors Services Act "to update Medicare law and improve access to genetic counselors for Medicare beneficiaries." Now, ACCC is supporting S. 1450, a bill that would authorize CMS to recognize certified genetic counselors as healthcare providers.

Older Adults with Cancer & Clinical Trials

April 27, 2021

Older adults with cancer are consistently precluded from participating in clinical trials for promising new treatments. A multi-pronged approach is required to ensure trials are developed for all patients, including paying specific attention to inclusion/exclusion criteria and creating clinically meaningful endpoints that can enhance enrollment efforts in underserved populations.

Helping Financial Advocates Track Patient Assistance & Preauthorizations

April 15, 2021

The interactive and virtual ACCC Financial Advocacy Network Town Hall: Tips for Tracking Impact, held March 23, 2021, featured financial navigation experts sharing tips and tools to address patient financial need. The town hall is now available on demand.

New Geriatric Assessment Guide Gives Cancer Care Teams Tools to Help Aging Patients

April 08, 2021

ACCC released its compact geriatric oncology guide for community cancer centers to help cancer care teams improve treatment decision-making, guide supportive care interventions, and improve patient and caregiver satisfaction. This guide will provide you with the information you need to efficiently conduct comprehensive geriatric assessments in your cancer program or practice.

Closing Care Gaps for LGBTQI+ Cancer Providers

By Scout, MA, PhD, Executive Director of the National LGBT Cancer Network
April 06, 2021

LGBTQI+ communities have a long history of experiencing barriers to healthcare, have increased risk factors for cancer, and are less satisfied with their cancer care. One survey demonstrates that these patients want their providers to show them they are welcome and make that welcome real.

The Role of Community Partners in Serving AYA Patients

By Lilibeth Torno, MD
April 01, 2021

Poor access to care among AYA patients is not only evident in low clinical trial enrollment. The struggle to access much-needed care continues when treatment concludes. Most AYA cancer survivors must learn to navigate follow-up medical care on their own.

Applying COVID-19 Lessons Learned to Improve Cancer Care & Research

March 18, 2021

The Road to Recovery Report makes specific recommendations for maintaining the adaptations made necessary to accommodate the disruptions caused by the pandemic. Where possible, the report recommends building on that momentum to spur much-needed change in cancer care and research.

Why Social Workers Are Essential: A Q&A With ACCC’s New President

March 17, 2021

ACCC President Krista Nelson, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, shares with us why she believes the theme of this year’s Social Work Month is important and how it ties into her own theme as ACCC’s new president.

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Improving Access to Clinical Trials for Rural Populations

March 08, 2021

Montana is one of the most rural states in the U.S., with nearly half of its population living in rural regions. Accordingly, accessing healthcare services can be difficult for Montana’s citizens, and gaining access to clinical trials is particularly challenging.

AMCCBS Virtual, Day 4: Managing for Success

February 18, 2021

AMCCBS Virtual sessions on Thursday, March 4, will focus on practical strategies for better managing your organization. There is no specific roadmap to success for your cancer program or practice, but AMCCBS Virtual can help by hosting sessions that will share new perspectives and ideas for expanding your service line portfolio to better meet the needs of your patients.

AMCCBS Virtual, Day 3: Cancer Service Line Efficiency and Revenue Optimization

February 11, 2021

On Wednesday, March 3, AMCCBS Virtual will focus on cancer service line efficiency and revenue optimization. Some of the biggest impacts on cancer programs and practices stemming from the pandemic have been regarding their clinical and financial performance. Attendees will gain new perspectives and learn new strategies to help them navigate and potentially rebuild their service lines to meet the demands and challenges brought on by COVID-19.

A Conversation With ASCO’s Dr. Richard Schilsky

January 28, 2021

ACCCBuzz sat down with ASCO's Dr. Richard L. Schilsky to look back on his career and look forward to the future breakthroughs in this era and beyond.

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.

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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Oncology Research in Community: Leveraging the Role of Pharmacist

January 12, 2021

In the final installment of ACCC’s webinar series honoring American Pharmacists Month, experts discussed the integral role pharmacists play in supporting clinical trial research in the community setting, and they identified opportunities for extending the pharmacist role in an increasingly complex research landscape.

Leading by Example

January 04, 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.

The Best (and Worst) of 2020

December 30, 2020

CMS Enters 2021

December 21, 2020

Navigating Billing for Pharmacy Services

November 19, 2020

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."