National Institute for Public Employee Health Care Policy

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?? Meet Our Board ?? ?? Board Member Spotlight: Amanda Frost Amanda Frost is Vice President of Research at PCMA and Vice President of the PCMA Foundation, leading all internal and external research efforts. With a background in big health care data analysis at the Health Care Cost Institute and a PhD in Political Science from the University of Iowa, Amanda brings valuable insights to our work. We’re grateful for her insight as she serves as an industry representative for our board! Learn more about Amanda: https://lnkd.in/e_6Haij6

?? Meet Executive Committee Member David Iseminger! As Director of the ERB Division at the Washington State Health Care Authority, Dave oversees benefits strategy and operations for PEBB and SEBB, covering 700,000+ Washingtonians. With expertise in litigation, contract negotiations, and program launches, he’s a vital leader in shaping health benefits. We’re proud to have David’s leadership and insights guiding our work! ?? Learn more about David: https://lnkd.in/e69erzYm

?? Meet Our Board ?? Next up our Board Secretary/Treasurer: Jessica Linart! Jessica Linart brings her expertise in health benefits and strategic planning to our board. As the Director of Insurance at Colorado PERA, she oversees health benefits for more than 135,000 retirees and their dependents, ensuring quality coverage for those who have served Colorado. We're grateful for Jessica's leadership and dedication! ?? Learn more about Jessica: https://lnkd.in/e_6Haij6

?? Meet Our Board ?? First up is our Board Chair, Katrina Daniel! As the Chief Health Care Officer for the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), Katrina leads the TRS-Care and TRS-ActiveCare health plans, overseeing coverage for nearly 750,000 individuals and managing nearly $4 billion in health care spending annually. We are grateful for her leadership, guidance, and commitment to advancing our mission. ?? Learn more about Katrina: https://lnkd.in/e_6Haij6?

ICYMI: Assessing the Unsustainable Cost of Specialty Medications 2024 Survey of Public Sector Health Plans The National Institute for Public Employee Health Care Policy Employee Healthcare Policy, in collaboration with the The Public Sector HealthCare Roundtable, has published its annual report on the rising cost of specialty medications. Key highlights: ?? Surveyed plan sponsors provided 17 responses across 13 states. ?? Representing over 78 health plans covering 1.2 million lives. ?? Total drug spending reached $8.9 billion in 2023, with $4.1 billion allocated to specialty drugs. Dive into the full report to explore the challenges and opportunities in addressing these unsustainable costs. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e3kwCujf Look for follow-up Resources soon!

??? National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day ??? Today, we honor the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of our law enforcement officers who work tirelessly to protect and serve our communities. Join us in thanking these everyday heroes for their service! ?????? #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay #ThankYouOfficers #PublicService #CommunitySafety #SupportLawEnforcement

The Public Sector HealthCare Roundtable?kicks off the year with its first webinar! Join them to stay informed on key issues that the new Congress may address, impacting public sector employees' health plans!

?? As we begin the New Year, the National Institute for Public Employee Health Policy reaffirms our commitment to championing the health and well-being of public employees nationwide. Together, we’ll make this year one of progress, collaboration, and impact. Here’s to a healthier, brighter future for all! ??

Just released ?? Our annual report, Assessing the Unsustainable Cost of Specialty Medications: A Survey of Public Sector Health Plans 2024, in partnership with The Public Sector HealthCare Roundtable, sheds light on the unsustainable cost of specialty #medications. Drawing on data from 17 plan sponsors across 13 states and over 78 health plans covering 1.2 million lives, the report explores how public sector health plans address the challenge of rising #drugcosts. Discover strategies and recommended #policy actions public sector health care plans can take to safeguard access to vital medications at fair, affordable, and sustainable prices for every American. Read the report now: https://lnkd.in/e3kwCujf