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PATIENT 101
IAF Dictionary
Healthcare is confusing. We’ve defined a few commonly used words and terms for you.
PATIENT 101
How to Purchase Health Insurance in the Marketplace
It’s time to sign up for health insurance (open enrollment) - now what? Here are some tips on navigating the healthcare.gov website
ADVOCACY 101
Advocacy 101
As a patient, you are your own best advocate. Learn how to fight for your treatment and for your fellow warriors.
PATIENT 101
Medigap
What is Medigap and why should you consider signing up as an infusion or injectable patient?
ADVOCACY 101
Non-medical Switching
If your insurance company tells you to switch to a different medicine, you have experienced non-medical switching. Learn more about this harmful practice here.
PATIENT 101
How to Prepare for Your Infusion
Your doctor prescribed an infusion or injection. Here’s how to get ready for your first appointment.
PATIENT 101
Gout Infusion Guide
If you have gout, start here to learn more about infusion.
PATIENT 101
NMOSD Infusion Guide
If you have NMOSD, start here to learn more about infusion.
PATIENT 101
Unbranded Biologics
What are biologics, biosimilars, interchangeable biosimilars, and unbranded biologics? Learn how their differences might impact your insurance and treatment decisions.
ADVOCACY 101
Copay Accumulators
What are Copay Accumulators? Insurers use copay accumulator policies to limit how much third party cost assistance, like a copay card or charitable contribution, counts towards a patient’s out-of-pocket expenses.
ADVOCACY 101
Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
What are pharmacy benefit managers or PBMs? Pharmacy benefit managers or PBMs are companies that serve as the "middlemen" between insurance companies and drug manufacturers. Even though they claim to be "third party administrators," PBMs are often owned by insurance companies.
PATIENT 101
Iron Infusion Resources
Have you been prescribed Iron Infusions for any reason? Click here to get started.
PATIENT 101
Infusion Therapy for Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN)
Multifocal motor neuropathy (MMN) is a rare autoimmune disorder that affects your body’s ability to send electrical signals that move your body, which makes your hands and arms feel weak. If left untreated, MMN will slowly worsen over time.
PATIENT 101
Infusion Therapy for Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) is a rare disorder when your immune system attacks your nerves. Check out these FAQs to prepare for your infusion.
PATIENT 101
Multiple Sclerosis Infusion Guide
If you have Multiple Sclerosis start here.
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