Public Policy at the National Health Council
The National Health Council (NHC) monitors and advocates on a variety of issues that impact the health of people living with chronic conditions, disabilities, and their family caregivers.
View our Policy Priorities here.
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Issues
Policy Priorities
The NHC advocates for federal policies that improve access to high-quality, affordable care; support innovation; and strengthen the nonprofit health ecosystem.
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Medicare Drug Pricing Negotiation Program
The NHC has been actively involved in the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program since its inception, particularly focused on building patient engagement opportunities to ensure the patient’s perspective in negotiations.
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Value
The U.S. health care system is undergoing a transformation in how it delivers and pays for care. As traditional fee-for-service gives way to value-based arrangements…
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Real-World Evidence
As health researchers, policymakers, and regulators establish standards and structure for using real-world data (RWD) as evidence in regulatory and clinical…
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Health Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
Piecemeal solutions are no longer an option. It is time for a complete transformation of the health care system to promote unbiased structures and processes to advance equitable access to quality health care for all.
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