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Analyzing Accelerated Approval for Oncology Drugs: NPC Commentary Evaluates Evidence on FDA Program Effectiveness, Concludes Benefits Outweigh Risks
A new publication in AJMC examines evidence regarding the clinical benefit of the FDA’s Accelerated Approval Program and finds it is working for patients
New Study Sheds Light on Rebate Guarantees and the Role of Employer Benefits Consultants and Brokers in PBM Selection
NPC research published in the American Journal of Managed Care underscores the role employer benefits consultants may play in perpetuating employer reliance on guaranteed rebate arrangements.
New Primer Highlights Unanswered Questions and Unintended Consequences of State Prescription Drug Affordability Boards
Four states have given these boards authority to set drug prices. A new Health Affairs Forefront publication highlights the uncertainties, challenges, and unintended consequences for patients amid…
New Research Demonstrates Disproportionate Access to Specialty Drugs by Wage and Race
A review of employer-sponsored health plan data found that non-white and low-wage workers may struggle to access specialty medicines for autoimmune diseases.
New Research Finds Patient Access to Drugs Selected for IRA Is Often High (JAMA Health Forum)
A review of Medicare Part D coverage for 10 drugs in the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program raises concerns about how program implementation may impact patient access.
NPC Releases Updated Guiding Practices to Improve Patient-Centricity in Value Assessments
The Guiding Practices include 33 specific recommendations to ensure value assessments account for the full value pharmaceuticals provide to patients and society
Global Experts Highlight Concerns With Implementation of IRA-Mandated Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program
Value in Health highlights commentary contributed by NPC's John O'Brien and NPC board member Jan E. Hansen on the implications of the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program.
New Analysis Shows IRA May Lead to Delayed Launches, Fewer Subsequent Indications, and Less Evidence Generation
NPC writes in Health Affairs Forefront about the unintended consequences of the IRA and the impact of the changing economic incentives for clinical development programs.
Why It Is Critical to Include Dynamic Drug Pricing in Cost-Effectiveness Analysis in a Post-IRA World
The drug price-related provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act make the case for including dynamic drug pricing in cost-effectiveness analysis even more compelling.
New Research Finds Commercial Health Plans' Use of Prescriber Requirements Doubled and Use of Step Therapy Increased by More Than 31% for Specialty Drug Coverage
New research co-authored by NPC examines how health plan policies have become more restrictive over time.
National Pharmaceutical Council Adds Executive Leaders, Names Dr. Jon Campbell as Chief Science Officer
Michael Pratt named Chief Communications Officer as NPC boosts research and engagement capabilities
Employers Identify Best Practices for High-Deductible Health Plans in New Research From the National Pharmaceutical Council and Gallagher Research & Insights
Webinar highlights new research and steps employers can take to implement better HDHP designs.
National Pharmaceutical Council Appoints Dr. Sharon Phares as Chief Scientific Officer
NPC announced the appointment of Sharon Phares, PhD, MPH, as Chief Scientific Officer.