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Benefit Design Barriers Continue to Undermine “Fair” Access for Patients
NPC responds to ICER's latest Fair Access report, noting that while the report has limitations, it highlights a persistent challenge in the U.S. healthcare system: patients continue to face…
NPC's John O'Brien Delivers 2024 Hooding Ceremony Address at Washington State University
Dr. John M. O'Brien spoke to graduates of Washington State University's College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the hooding ceremony on Thursday, May 9, 2024.
Acknowledging the Challenges in Gene Therapy: Perspectives on ICER's White Paper
The ICER/NEWDIGS white paper identifies market solutions and policy reforms to mitigate the challenges of paying for gene therapies. In this analysis, NPC summarizes the key takeaways and note a few…
ICER’s UPI Report: Unsupported Policy Information
The 2023 iteration of ICER's Unsupported Price Increase report is misguided at best and harmful to patients and society at worst. NPC outlines why the report should not be used to determine policy or…
Three Takeaways from CMS's Patient-Focused Listening Sessions: Toward Improved Patient Engagement
CMS hosted patient-focused listening sessions to discuss the first 10 drugs selected for the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program. In this analysis, NPC offers three takeaways to inform how the…
NPC’s John O’Brien Talks IRA, Drug Pricing, Patient Costs & Access on The Real Chemistry Podcast
In the latest episode of The Real Chemistry Podcast, NPC President and CEO John M. O'Brien spoke with Real Chemistry’s Founder and Chairman, Jim Weiss, on pressing health policy issues.
NPC Evaluates ICER’s Revised 2023 Value Assessment Framework: A Missed Opportunity for Patients and the Field
The Institute for Clinical and Economic Review (ICER) released its revised value assessment framework. NPC outlines key concerns about the framework and the impact on both patients and those who…
Addressing Critical Ambiguities in CMS’s Drug Evaluation Process
With CMS's release of the list of drugs selected for evaluation under the IRA's Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, all eyes turn from the list to what’s next in the process. In this blog, NPC's…
Getting Patient Input Right During the IRA Implementation
Important questions remain on how patient input will be incorporated in the IRA process as we approach the release of the list of drugs selected for negotiation.
NPC Shares Input on CMS’ Data Collection Requirements
NPC comments offer input on CMS' approach to data collection that would inform the agency's implementation of provisions within the Inflation Reduction Act that enable government price-setting for…
Medicaid Best Price Reforms Can Encourage Innovative Payment Arrangements for Chronic Therapies
This NPC study extends previous work analyzing reforms to CMS’ Medicaid Best Price reporting rules to encourage the uptake of value-based purchasing agreements for chronic disease treatments.
The President’s victory lap on the success of price controls is premature
In a commentary published in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, NPC's John M. O’Brien discusses the potential effects of new price controls and what the future holds for Medicare.
Innovating to Help Patients with Rare Diseases
One out of every 10 Americans live with a rare disease. Rare Disease Day serves as a reminder of their many needs and challenges and the work that researchers, clinicians, and our member companies do…
In 2023, Decision Makers Should Dig into Data About Our Drug Pricing System
In Chain Drug Review, NPC's John O'Brien discusses how 2023 brings renewed imperative to root health policy decisions in evidence.
Shared Decision-Making Makes Sense for Patients and the Bottom Line
If shared decision-making is good for patients, is it good for the bottom line as well? A new study from NPC and Real Chemistry sheds light.
ICER Misses…Again
The latest Unsupported Price Increase Report from ICER lacks balance, uses flawed methods and may harm patients.
Skyrocketing Deductibles Should Be a Focus of Open-Enrollment Season
The dizzyingly complex process of shopping for health insurance can obscure some of the most important factors in making a choice.
After 30 years of 340B, it's time for data and an honest conversation
In a commentary published in STAT, NPC's John M. O’Brien outlines why transparency is essential to assessing the true impact of 340B.