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Is India capable of ensuring equitable access to biopharmaceuticals?

Express Pharma

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), an estimated two billion people across the world do not have access to essential medicines for life threatening diseases like cancer, AIDS and even autoimmune diseases like Type 1 diabetes.

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Express Scripts on the Road to Damascus?

Ramblings of a pharmacist

Separately, I don’t believe that 90-day supplies actually drive true adherence or clinical improvement - they just move the process measure of PDC. A1c, strep A, influenza are just terms they saw on a spreadsheet or on a blog somewhere about what independents do. It’s all just numbers on a spreadsheet.

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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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NHC Comments on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program: Draft Guidance, Implementation of Sections 1191 – 1198 of the Social Security Act for Initial Price Applicability Year 2027 and Manufacturer Effectuation of the Maximum Fair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 Submits Comments to CMS RE CY 2026 Policy & Technical Changes to MA and Part D Proposed Rule

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Coverage of Anti-Obesity Medications (AOMs) The NHC applauds CMS for aligning with the medical community and proposing to recognize obesity as a chronic disease and allow Medicare Part D coverage for AOMs. Below, we provide detailed comments and recommendations on key provisions of the proposed rule.

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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

Putting Patients First Blog

As these technologies become increasingly integral to patient care, it is essential for CMS to develop clear and consistent guidelines for the payment and coverage of AI-enabled services. Providing clear guidance, technical assistance, and streamlined processes can help facilitate the adoption of this innovative care model.

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Towards a healthier, more equitable and innovative Indian healthcare sector

Express Pharma

Specific highlights of the budget for the sector include an increase in outlay for research and development and for the Ayushman BharatPradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), the government’s universal health coverage scheme, which saw a 10 per cent budget increase to Rs 7,300 crores.