Featuring: Dr. Diane Nugent M.D.
Description: Alternative Funding Programs (AFPs) may promise cost savings, but they disrupt care for patients with complex medical needs, leading to delays, higher costs, and worse health outcomes. Learn how to recognize and address AFPs in your healthcare plan.
Discussion Questions:
- How do Alternative Funding Programs affect access to care for people with bleeding disorders?
- What are the long-term risks of AFPs for both patients and the overall healthcare system?
- Why might employers choose AFPs, and what can be done to educate them about the potential consequences?