Biosimilar's Role in Improving Patient Access

Biosimilars are entering the market at their fastest pace ever. In this episode, we interview a renowned health economist and an expert consultant in biosimilar distribution and patient support to explore the complex landscape of biosimilars, including examining the hurdles and breakthroughs in achieving acceptance by payers and providers and how best to improve patient access and affordability in a market dominated by established brands. Dr. Jason Shafrin, Senior Managing Director, Center for Healthcare Economics and Policy at FTI Consulting Marina Allen, SVP, Fingerpaint Market Access, Patient Support & Access Strategy Leader in Pharma-Biotech Biosimilars The Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act of 2009 PBMs (Pharmacy Benefit Managers) Medicare Advantage Humira (biosimilars) 340B program Inflation Reduction Act Medicare Part D "brown bagging and white bagging" Mark Cuban (CostPlusDrugs) GoodRx average sales price (ASP) electronic health record (EHR) system Questions or comments?Email us at [email protected] us on social media! Follow us on X, LinkedIn, YouTube and Threads.