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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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State of Well-Being 2023-2024

The Happy PharmD

Based on the data, the average distress level among pharmacists has decreased compared to previous reports spanning from 2019 to 2022. in 2019 to 2.59. Or perhaps it’s the constant back-and-forth with insurance companies over coverage? It has declined from 3.25 Share your thoughts down below!

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NHC Comments on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program: Draft Guidance, Implementation of Sections 1191 – 1198 of the Social Security Act for Initial Price Applicability Year 2027 and Manufacturer Effectuation of the Maximum Fair Price (MFP) in 2026 and 2027

Putting Patients First Blog

We believe that patient-centric engagement is essential to ensure that the negotiation process leads to outcomes that genuinely benefit patients. Patient Engagement The NHC recognizes and commends CMS’ willingness to improve the listening sessions and the data submission processes. Improving the Data Collection (ICR) Process.

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NHC Comments on Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in response to the CY 2025 OPPS proposed rule

Putting Patients First Blog

16 We encourage CMS to continue refining these data collection processes to ensure they capture meaningful and actionable information. We believe this process is crucial for adapting the payment system to evolving clinical practices and emerging medical technologies.

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NHC Comments on the Federal Evidence Agenda on Disability Equity

Putting Patients First Blog

The DDIWG should actively seek input from individuals with disabilities who also belong to other marginalized groups, such as people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and low-income communities. This process respects their autonomy by involving them in decision-making to the extent that they are able.

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MTHFR, Hashimoto’s and Nutrients

The Thyroid Pharmacist

4] One of the key things to note is that this gene variation also prevents people from properly methylating, which is one of the body’s key detox processes that helps them get rid of toxins. However, some may be concerned with this genetic information getting reported on insurance or to employers.

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The ACA Contraceptive Mandate (Part 2)

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

Since that blog post, an important step forward was the decoupling of the coverage requirement from the FDA Birth Control Guide in the guidance provided by the Department to plans and issuers.