National Association of Medication Access & Patient Advocacy (NAMAPA)

What does our organization of #advocates do? We empower healthcare advocates by providing a collaborative community focused on resources to navigate medication access and support. Join us today to become a better advocate. https://namapa.org/join-us #NAMAPA #healthcare #healthcareadvocate #healthcarenonprofit Healthcare Advocate Summit

How have things with M3P (Medicare Prescription Payment Plan) been for you and your team…aside from lots of questions? Feedback from those closest to the patients will be able to provide insights that data will not capture for quite some time. However, if you have not heard much yet, here is one scenario, using my Grandma as an example: 1?? As caregivers, we often advise collecting any mail or bills and holding onto them until we can review and explain them. 2?? If I am unfamiliar with M3P, I am going to do some research before paying a bill that now comes directly from the insurance company. 3?? That bill might sit long enough that the patient is automatically unenrolled for non-payment, without the patient or caregiver even realizing why. Now the patient goes to pick up their medication and is suddenly hit with an unexpected out-of-pocket cost when it’s been $0. Here is what we are hearing so far: ? Patients, Caregivers, Pharmacies, and Offices still need more education. ? Pharmacy Adjudication codes saying they are enrolled on the back end are being missed for various reasons. ? There is still lots of discussion from the healthcare workers (Medication Access Coordinators) on foundation grant navigation. And the list goes on… We will be diving deeper into some of these challenges and solutions during the Webinar Panel on March 27th hosted by Accessia Health (Link for registration: https://lnkd.in/eDcRg5_8 ) I will be continuing the conversation with The HealthWell Foundation at Asembia's AXS25 Summit this April for Part III of this discussion we have had since 2023. I love that we have a platform and organizations that allow us to collaborate with those closest to the patients for actionable insights. Interested in partnering with the National Association of Medication Access & Patient Advocacy (NAMAPA) to develop or share education on a topic important to your brand or organization? Reach out to me or our Vice President, Lacey Varnon. We would love to collaborate! ?? Any other feedback or questions you have on M3P? Send them my way, and I will add them to our list and help get the answers! #M3P #MedicareD

Have you or someone you know been affected by the recent changes to #Medicare #PartD??We want to hear from you! We’ve launched a survey to better understand experiences with the Medicare #Prescription Payment Plan and out-of-pocket cap on prescriptions covered under Part D.? Your feedback will shape an important discussion in an upcoming webinar on the Inflation Reduction Act and its changes to Medicare.? ???Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/4biZ8zQ #AccessiaHealth #Healthcare #MedicareSurvey?#M3P #smoothing #copays

?? DRUMROLL, PLEASE… ?? ?? Your Opportunity to Take the Stage at THE Premier Event for Medication Access, Navigation, Reimbursement, and Advocacy! ?? ?? 2025 Call for Speakers | Healthcare Advocate Summit ?? ?? Submission Deadline: March 26, 2025, by 11:59 PM EST ?? Location: Las Vegas, NV | ?? Caesars Palace | September 2-5, 2025 We are seeking engaging, knowledgeable speakers to share insights, strategies, and solutions across key areas in healthcare access, affordability, reimbursement, advocacy, industry innovation, and career development Join a powerful lineup of market access specialists, field reimbursement experts, patient services professionals, advocacy organizations, specialty pharmacies, payers, technology innovators, charitable patient assistance programs (CPAPs), nonprofits, and healthcare change agents as we collaborate to advance access, break barriers, and drive meaningful impact. ?? Submit your proposal today and help shape the conversation at #AdvocateSummit2025! ?? https://buff.ly/4gIij7p #CallForSpeakers

??What is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)? Briana O'Dwyer from the National Association of Medication Access & Patient Advocacy (NAMAPA) breaks it down for us! ?? HDHPs might offer lower monthly premiums, but they come with higher deductibles and out-of-pocket costs. For those managing chronic conditions like asthma and allergies, these plans can make accessing care and medication more challenging, as out-of-pocket expenses can add up before meeting the deductible. Before choosing a plan, consider your healthcare needs carefully. The right plan can make all the difference in managing your health and finances! ?? Check out https://lnkd.in/e7HJGB6E for more information! Special thanks to Amgen and Blueprint Medicines for sponsoring this awareness campaign. #HealthCareAccess #PatientAdvocacy #AsthmaAndAllergyCare #InsuranceTips #HealthLiteracy

Thank you to Briana O'Dwyer, for your collaboration and help! #NAMAPA

?? Join us for our monthly?"NAMAPA After Dark"?series, where we dive into engaging group discussions on topics that matter most to us all. Whether you want to watch or actively participate, this is your chance to connect and share your passion. Do you have a topic in mind? Drop your suggestions in the comments! We are hosting these engaging discussions on our Community Platform! Not a member yet? RSVP today for the exciting community platform relaunch happening soon! ?? -> https://lnkd.in/e7Hniwa2 #MedicationAccessCoordinators #BiologicCoordinators #Industry #EveryoneIsInvited

Mastering Manufacturer and HUB Communication: The Secret to Your Success ?? It's just a fax communication... What now? ???? We dove into how leveraging support from reimbursement personnel and teams can make your year smoother and more efficient! ?? Don’t overlook these key resources—your ultimate success in helping patients depends on teamwork and smart strategies! ?? ?? Did you Miss our NAMAPA After Dark Discussion? You can watch the full LIVE session here! ?? https://lnkd.in/ecdcBcRF #FieldReimbursement #BenefitsInvestigation #PatientCare #HealthcareInsights #TherapyManagement #TeamWork #EfficiencyInHealthcare #PatientSupport #HealthPartnerships #CareQuality #HealthcareChallenges #BlizzardSeason ??

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Your advocacy, dedication and support have made a lasting impact on your patients, their loved ones, and the families you have guided and helped this year. May you find time to rest, recharge, and be present with your own family and friends this holiday season. Thank you! #NAMAPA #MedicationAccess #Gratitude

Insurance coverage doesn't have to be a mystery! ???♀?? Elizabeth Johnson from National Association of Medication Access & Patient Advocacy (NAMAPA) breaks down how to find and understand what's covered, costs, and key terms in your plan—whether it's commercial or government-provided insurance like Medicare. ???? Don't know where to start? Ask your insurer or employer for resources! And make sure to visit https://lnkd.in/e7HJGB6E for more helpful information! Special thanks to Amgen for sponsoring this awareness campaign. #HealthLiteracy #Insurance101 #NAMAPA #MedicareTips