
Opinion|Videos|January 19, 2026
Addressing Access Barriers and Formulary Restrictions
Panelists discuss how addressing payer restrictions and leveraging data-driven advocacy are essential for timely access to care.
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Panelists discuss how payer-imposed step edits and prior authorizations continue to delay patient access to needed treatments. These administrative barriers often exacerbate symptom relapse and caregiver strain.
Panelists discuss how providers rely on real-world evidence and outcomes data to justify coverage approvals and ensure continuity of care.
Panelists discuss how policy reform and closer collaboration between clinicians, payers, and advocacy groups can streamline access and reduce inequities.
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