Improving Access to Care Through State Policy
People living with arthritis face unique barriers to health care. Thanks to our nationwide network of advocates, we are making progress on key policy issues by bringing state and federal lawmakers, regulators, insurers and employers together to create an improved model of care for patients.
State Policy Priority Issues
Step Therapy Reform
Step therapy requires patients to try insurer-preferred medications before accessing the treatment their doctor recommends. We're fighting for fair exceptions and timely access to care.
Copay Accumulator Reform
Copay accumulator programs prevent manufacturer copay assistance from counting toward a patient's deductible or out-of-pocket maximum, leaving patients with unexpected costs.
Biomarker Testing Coverage
Biomarker testing helps identify the most effective treatments for individual patients. We advocate for insurance coverage of these critical diagnostic tools.
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