Off-Label Coverage of High-Cost Drugs by Independent Charity Patient Assistance Programs
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DOI: 10.1007/s11606-020-05682-9
Abstract: Independent charity patient assistance programs are funded by pharmaceutical companies to help eligible patients cover their out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs. Pharmaceutical companies are prohibited from advertising or distributing information about off-label uses of their… read more here.
Keywords: assistance; patient assistance; assistance programs; independent charity ... See more keywords
Assessment of an In-Sourced Patient Assistance Program at a Health System in West Virginia
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DOI: 10.1177/00185787221108718
Abstract: Background: Lack of insurance coverage in conjunction with the high cost of prescription drugs plays a large role in patient’s obtaining and properly taking their medications. Many drug manufacturers provide assistance opportunities for indigent patients… read more here.
Keywords: medication; assistance; cost; program ... See more keywords
Impact of Patient Assistance Programs on Hospital Visits in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or Asthma.
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DOI: 10.1177/08971900221087136
Abstract: BACKGROUND The inability to afford medications can lead to nonadherence and uncontrolled disease states. As a result, patients may require an increase in acute healthcare utilization to control potential complications. Qualifying patients can apply for… read more here.
Keywords: pap enrollment; chronic obstructive; patient assistance; obstructive pulmonary ... See more keywords
Concordance study of treatment guidance from an online patient assistance algorithm (OCPAP) and treatment recommendation of a multidisciplinary panel of oncologists in India.
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DOI: 10.1200/jco.2020.38.15_suppl.2049
Abstract: 2049Background: OCPAP (online cancer patient assistance pathway) is an algorithm-based online platform for patients to help them understand their treatment options. It is based on basic inputs like... read more here.
Keywords: study treatment; treatment; concordance study; patient assistance ... See more keywords
Giving A Buck Or Making A Buck? Donations By Pharmaceutical Manufacturers To Independent Patient Assistance Charities.
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DOI: 10.1377/hlthaff.2022.00177
Abstract: The federal Anti-Kickback Statute prohibits biopharmaceutical manufacturers from directly covering Medicare enrollees' out-of-pocket spending for the drugs they manufacture, but manufacturers may donate to independent patient assistance charities and earmark donations for a condition treated… read more here.
Keywords: independent patient; buck making; giving buck; patient assistance ... See more keywords
Interprofessional relationships of a patient assistance team in critical care.
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DOI: 10.1590/0034-7167-2019-0420
Abstract: OBJECTIVES to identify perceptions of teamwork according to the professionals of an Adult Intensive Care Unit. METHODS descriptive research with qualitative approach. The methodological framework was thematic content analysis. The theoretical framework of the work… read more here.
Keywords: work; patient assistance; relationships patient; assistance team ... See more keywords