Maryland Matters
May 23, 2023
Danielle J. Brown
Excerpt:
“Maryland’s Prescription Drug Affordability Board will issue revised proposed regulations meant to guide the panel’s work on making some medications more affordable, following criticisms and feedback during a public comment period, according to Andrew York, the board’s executive director…
Maryland Healthcare for All recommended that the board make a strong effort to ensure that Marylanders who are affected by the cost of prescription drugs are heard during the board’s deliberations.
“We feel there is opportunity for more patient-centric input collection in this process,” wrote Catherine Kirk Robins, deputy director for the group.
She elaborated: “Beyond looking at prices for the product, rebates, and copay/coinsurance amounts, it would be beneficial for the Board to hear directly from patients who use the prescription drug product. We would encourage that the process includes a public hearing that is specifically designed to help the Board engage with patients, providers, and advocacy groups regarding the prescription drug product, beyond the standard open meeting.”
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Last modified: May 23, 2023
