Welcome to the March edition of BioMatrix Abstract!
BioMatrix Specialty Infusion Pharmacy
BioMatrix is a trusted specialty pharmacy to patients, prescribers, pharmaceutical manufacturers and payers nationwide.
BioMatrix Abstract informs readers of our leading efforts in the specialty pharmacy space while providing updates on relevant legislative efforts, research initiatives, and current events in healthcare.
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March is Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month!?
Securing access to prescribed therapy, resolving insurance issues, and dealing with medically related financial burdens represent some of the health system challenges faced by members of the bleeding disorders community.?
Our Patient Navigation Program supports bleeding disorders patients through these challenges.
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP): Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) is a rare autoimmune disorder affecting the nervous system. Here we discuss CIDP signs, symptoms, treatment options, and helpful resources.
Insurance Appeal Letter & Template?
Have you been denied insurance coverage for much needed treatment? Use this letter template as a guide to help you or a loved one appeal insurance claim denials.
BioMatrix on the Move!
Upcoming Events?
Catch up with BioMatrix at these upcoming events. We can't wait to see you!
BioMatrix Was Proud to Attend and Support These Meetings
Thanks to all who participated!
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Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) is a rare but debilitating autoimmune disorder affecting the peripheral nervous system. Although there is no cure for CIDP, various treatment options can help manage symptoms, slow disease progression, and help people keep doing the things they love. ?
Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy can help suppress an overactive immune response, therefore lowering inflammation and reducing symptoms for many patients. ?
BioMatrix helps manage the individual needs of patients requiring IVIG therapy. Knowledgeable pharmacists and care coordination staff guide each patient through the potential medication side effects and, working with the prescribing physician, help manage treatment to reduce the prevalence and severity of relapses.
Specialty Pharmacies
Along with their recent acquisition of BioPlus and Paragon specialty pharmacies, CarelonRx has acquired Kroger pharmacies. Owned by Elevance Health (formerly Anthem Health), CarelonRx is expanding its internal dispensing capabilities and plans to reduce its dependence on pharmacy-giant CVS.
Change Cyberattack
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) met to explore “concrete actions” to support patients impacted by the Change Healthcare cyberattack. A push targeting vulnerable populations in small communities was suggested; support via expedited claims reimbursements to rural and safety-net providers was encouraged. United Health has responded by releasing about $2 billion in advanced payments and has re-launched their payment platform. However, some providers are likely to experience damaged credit reports, especially those relying on the company for financial services.
340B
Pharmaceutical manufacturers lost in a recent Arkansas court case where the state was granted the authority to block a manufacturer’s limits on the availability of certain discounted drugs to 340B contract pharmacies. The suit could be picked up by other states looking to push back on the limits the manufacturers have also placed on those 340B programs.
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