Money and mental health: experts, lawmakers say lack of funding is limiting access

Money and mental health: experts, lawmakers say lack of funding is limiting access

Experts say a lack of funding and resources could keep Americans from getting the mental health care they need. “Let’s talk about resources, and then we can talk about the mental health crisis,” Susan Gurley, executive director of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, said at the morning conference. Wednesday: “It’s All About the … Read more

PBM fee separation improves patient outcomes

PBM fee separation improves patient outcomes

This piece was co-authored by Sally C. Pipes and Wayne Winegarden. The pharmaceutical supply chain is rife with improper incentives. Because of these disincentives, reasonable policies under most market conditions will create problems that harm patients. The combination of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) fees with the discounts they negotiate exemplifies this problem. The three largest … Read more