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PatientEngagementHIT: Chronic care access limits diagnosis and quality for women

It could take women more than a year longer to get a diagnosis for a chronic condition than men, one of several disparities highlighted in the PAN Foundation’s inaugural State of Patient Access report. An article for PatientEngagementHIT looked at the findings of the new report, which details a survey of chronically ill patients conducted by … Continued

National polling: Medicare patients seeing premium costs increase in 2024

A recent national poll from the PAN Foundation finds nearly one-in-three (28 percent) Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in Part D plans say the cost of the monthly premium for their prescription drug plan is higher in 2024 than it was in 2023. And among those who reported an increase, 11 percent say their premiums increased by … Continued

Managed Healthcare Executive: Chronic health conditions and access to care

Across the country, adults with chronic illnesses are struggling to access care and afford their treatment, according to the PAN Foundation’s inaugural State of Patient Access report. A recent article by Managed Healthcare Executive discussed the key findings of the new report, which grades various aspects of the healthcare experience, including affordability of prescription medications and … Continued

Pharmaceutical Commerce interviews PAN’s Chief Mission Officer about access and affordability

During the recent 2024 Informa PAP conference, Pharmaceutical Commerce interviewed PAN’s Chief Mission Officer Amy Niles about our mission, impact, and State of Patient Access report. The interviews, which are available to read or watch, highlight the findings in PAN’s inaugural State of Patient Access report, which debuted at Informa PAP. “The bottom line is … Continued

Patient Access Network Foundation and OutCare Health collaborate to advance LGBTQ+ health equity

The Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation today announced a collaboration with OutCare Health, a nonprofit organization leading the charge for LGBTQ+ health equity worldwide, empowering millions of LGBTQ+ individuals with comprehensive resources, support, and education.  OutCare Health works to further healthcare equity and accessibility for all individuals regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, … Continued

Pharmaceutical Commerce: PAP 2024: Examining Patient Access and Affordability

The PAN Foundation debuted the results of its inaugural “State of Patient Access” report at Patient Assistance & Access Programs on March 19, in a session moderated by Chief Mission Officer Amy Niles. The report explores the various obstacles patients are facing when it comes to healthcare access, including how those challenges affect various communities. … Continued

The PAN Foundation’s Center for Patient Research issues new healthcare scorecard that reveals access issues for chronically ill patients

Cornerstone research by the Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation’s Center for Patient Research highlights continued inequities facing patients with chronic illnesses across the U.S. Today the PAN Foundation’s Center for Patient Research released its inaugural 2024 State of Patient Access Report, which reveals adults with chronic conditions (referred to as ‘patients’ throughout) across demographics face … Continued

Patient Access Network Foundation announces Chief Mission Officer and Chief Experience Officer

The PAN Foundation is pleased to announce two new senior leadership positions, naming Amy Niles as Chief Mission Officer and Jeanine Jones as Chief Experience Officer. Niles and Jones have been integral members of the PAN Foundation leadership team and these new roles include expanding portfolios and leadership for the organization. “These two new positions … Continued

New Pompe disease premium fund opens

The PAN Foundation today is proud to open a new Pompe disease premium fund, providing up to $4,700 per year to help eligible patients pay for their out-of-pocket health insurance premium costs. Pompe disease is a rare, inherited disorder caused by the buildup of glycogen in certain organs, muscles, and tissues that causes progressive weakness. … Continued

National polling: Large percentages of Medicare patients unaware about their preventive health benefits

A recent national poll from the PAN Foundation finds one-in-three (33 percent) Medicare beneficiaries say they do not know what preventive health screenings are covered by Medicare Part B medical insurance. In addition, more than two-thirds (68 percent) of respondents did not correctly identify all five screenings listed in the survey that are covered by … Continued