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By requiring LDL-C testing and returning to achievement of defined goals, NCQA and CMS can transform care delivery, reduce recurrent cardiac events and save lives.

Rural patients face more barriers and have higher rates of hypertension. In fact, the unadjusted prevalence of hypertension is 40% in the most rural areas, compared to 29.4% in the most urban areas.

On March 13, 2026, the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association released updated guidelines to both manage and prevent cardiovascular disease. These updates are the first in thirteen years, providing much-needed clarity for providers and patients alike.

Heart valve disease is the name given to any malfunction or abnormality of one or more of the heart’s four valves, affecting the blood flow through the heart.

Heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart muscle becomes weakened and is unable to pump sufficient blood and oxygen to meet the body’s needs.

According to recent studies, unchecked tactics from pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) are leaving Medicare patients with increased costs for the treatments they need.

The HEARTS Act was passed in response to the increasing awareness of sudden cardiac arrest incidents among young individuals, particularly in school settings.

It is important to recognize how hypertension affects women.

Avalere study

Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. A key risk factor is high cholesterol—specifically, high low-density lipoprotein (LDL), cholesterol.

Veterans suffer from higher rates of cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension.

Step therapy can be especially hazardous for patients with heart problems.