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Give nowTwo-thirds of Medicare and commercially insured patients report premium increases A recent national poll from the PAN Foundation’s Center for Patient Research finds that most Americans (59 percent) experienced an increase in health insurance premium costs in 2026, with 2 in 5 (41 percent) seeing an increase of 10 percent or more compared to the … Continued
Like any mother, Rebecca is always thinking of her kids. She’s a proud stay-at-home mom to two children, whose bright smiles are “always the best part of the day.” But sometimes, Rebecca can’t catch her breath—and it holds her back from enjoying these everyday moments. “I’ll be eating dinner, and then I can’t breathe. There … Continued
The PAN Foundation, a leading charitable foundation and healthcare advocacy organization, today announced its healthcare policy and education priorities for 2026. Through these priorities, PAN outlines the legislation we will champion and our approach to patient education as we work to increase equitable access to healthcare for all. The PAN Foundation will continue to address … Continued
Today, the PAN Foundation opened a financial assistance copay program designed to help with out-of-pocket medication costs for eligible patients living with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). PAN’s idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis copay assistance program provides a grant of $3,500 for out-of-pocket expenses for covered medications. If patients need more assistance within the same 12-month period and … Continued
Today, the PAN Foundation—a leading charitable foundation and healthcare advocacy organization—announced its 2026 Board of Directors, which provides governance, oversight, and strategic direction to the organization. The PAN Foundation also announced its 2026 slate of board officers, which include: PAN Board members continuing to serve in 2026 include: “I’m thrilled to have this prestigious Board … Continued
Today, the PAN Foundation expressed deep disappointment that Congress allowed the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits to expire as of December 31, 2025. These credits have helped keep monthly premiums affordable for those who purchase coverage through the health insurance marketplace. PAN, however, remains hopeful that there will be a resolution in early 2026, including an … Continued
Decades of living with multiple sclerosis (MS) have taught Scott to be more patient. Patient with himself. Patient getting the healthcare he needs. Patient as he advocates for himself and others with chronic conditions. But patience doesn’t come easily to Scott, a former “adrenaline junkie” who dedicated his career to the airline industry, where every second counts. “I had … Continued
The PAN Foundation submitted a letter to Senate and House representative sponsors in support of their reintroduction of the NIH Clinical Integrity Act. A bipartisan and bicameral bill, the NIH Clinical Integrity Act seeks to bolster participation in NIH funded clinical trials to ensure that treatments and interventions are safe and effective for all patient … Continued
Today, the PAN Foundation announced the opening of its financial assistance copay program designed to help with out-of-pocket medication costs for eligible patients living with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). PAN’s MASH copay assistance program provides a grant of $2,100 for out-of-pocket expenses for covered medications. If patients need more assistance within the same 12-month period … Continued
The PAN Foundation and more than 100 patient and healthcare advocacy organizations joined a letter to Congress urging them to support the Senior Savings Protection Act (S. 2466 / H.R. 6210). This bipartisan legislation is essential in continuing outreach and enrollment assistance that helps millions of low-income older adults and people with disabilities afford Medicare. … Continued
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