Complimentary Live Webinar
Unlocking Hidden Revenue:
The Financial Impact of Patient Drug
Assistance Programs
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | 1 PM ET | 60 minutes
The Financial Impact of Patient Drug
Learn How Drug Assistance Programs Improve Hospital Financial Health
This presentation explores how Patient Drug Assistance Programs (PAPs)—including copay support, foundation funding, and free drug programs—help hospitals and health systems reduce patient out-of-pocket costs, improve adherence to treatment, and minimize uncompensated care. By implementing a structured, proactive assistance process, providers can enhance patient access to life-saving therapies, improve financial outcomes, and strengthen their reputation as advocates for patient well-being.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Define the key components of patient drug assistance programs and explain how each type (copay, foundation, free drug) works to reduce patient responsibility.
- Evaluate the financial and clinical benefits of a formalized program, including improved medication adherence, reduced bad debt, and enhanced patient satisfaction.
- Compare prospective versus retrospective enrollment approaches and identify which model best supports operational efficiency and financial recovery.
- Outline practical steps to implement or optimize a hospital-based drug assistance program that ensures compliance, streamlines workflows, and maximizes both patient and hospital benefit.
Meet the Presenters
Moderator
Kevin Chmura
Chief Executive Officer
Panacea Healthcare Solutions
Speaker
BreAnn Meadows
President, Revenue Integrity Services
Panacea Healthcare Solutions
