Rethink How Medicines Are Paid For

Patients Rising Podcast

So often on the Patients Rising Podcast, we discuss the affordability of healthcare. This week, guest Peter Kolchinsky outlines how thinking of paying for medicines like paying for a house mortgage leads to lower costs for patients, and encourages investment in the cures of tomorrow.

Plus, Terry and Bob look at the latest healthcare headlines, including a promising framework for a PBM bill to address interactions between PBMs and federal health programs.

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The Great American Drug Deal

Senate Finance Committee News Release: Crapo, Wyden Release Legislative Framework to Address PBMs, Prescription Drug Supply Chain

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