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NHC’s comments in response to the 2025 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters (NBPP)

Putting Patients First Blog

Making available more specific information about total costs and coverage will ensure that all consumers have comprehensive information to help them make smart health care decisions. These resources should aim to clarify insurance terms and concepts, aiding consumers in navigating the complexities of selecting a health plan.

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External control arms and debunking real-world data myths

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Christopher Boone, global head of health economics and outcomes research at AbbVie, advises: “Evidence generation in drug development is ripe for innovation in the digital era and the expanded use of real-world evidence presents a clear enabler to saving time and money.

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MTHFR, Hashimoto’s and Nutrients

The Thyroid Pharmacist

In fact, it’s present in up to 55 percent of the European population, is naturally occurring, and often has no negative health consequences – unless expressed. [1] Unfortunately, synthetic folic acid can be highly problematic for individuals with the MTHFR gene variation, as they may have a difficult time processing this form of folate.

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NHC Comments on the Federal Evidence Agenda on Disability Equity

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15): Standards for Maintaining, Collecting, and Presenting Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity. Too often the formal notice and comment process does not reach these marginalized communities and federal agencies must actively work to seek their input in non-traditional ways. 15 (Directive No.

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NHC Comments on Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in response to the proposed rule Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Calendar Year 2025 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies

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15, which enhances standards for collecting and presenting race and ethnicity data across federal agencies, CMS should ensure that its data collection efforts are inclusive and representative of all Medicare beneficiaries. CY 2025 PFS proposed rule). In line with the recent revisions to OMB’s Statistical Policy Directive No.

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NHC Comments on CMS 2026 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters

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General Support for CMS Proposals The NHC commends CMS for its ongoing commitment to advancing health equity, improving access to care, ensuring program integrity, and maintaining affordability through Marketplace coverage. Copay Assistance and Drug Coverage in Large Group Plans Accumulator Adjustment Programs and Cost Sharing.

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Finding Your Root Cause: Key Lab Tests

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I’ll specify which tests are usually covered on insurance if you have a willing practitioner that can bill insurance, which tests can be self-ordered and then submitted to insurance, and which ones are usually an out-of-pocket expense that you may need to save for. You can use Health Savings Accounts for most.)