The first-ever Externally Led Patient Focused Drug Development (EL-PFDD) meeting on June 7 offered a critical way for patients and their family members to highlight what life with DM is like.
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Raising the voice of patients in research
TMA medical advisor and patient advocate Ingrid de Groot insists patients be involved in medical research.
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Copay accumulator programs struck down
In a victory for patients, a federal judge recently struck down a policy that allowed health insurance plans to use copay accumulator and maximizer programs, thereby charging patients more for essential prescription medications. This is good news for those who live with myositis and want to use a manufacturer’s assistance coupon to help them afford…
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Financial resources available
Myositis can make it hard to earn a living. Financial resources are available for qualified individuals. It never hurts to ask.
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Breaking news: Medicare coverage for power wheelchairs
TMA is excited to share the news about Medicare coverage for seat elevation for Medicare beneficiaries using power wheelchairs. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has made a significant expansion to its coverage policies for individuals relying on power wheelchairs. Effective immediately, Medicare will now cover seat elevation in power wheelchairs for Medicare…
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