Policy Resources

• Market Stabilization

  What can the Administration do now to stabilize the insurance market? Learn about cost reduction payments, mandates and other enforceable policies that can help bring down costs in both the long- and short-term.

• Patient Protections

  What protections did the Affordable Care Act extend to patients? Get the facts in this resource.

• Palliative Care

  Palliative care is a team-based approach that focuses on relieving pain, symptoms and stress of serious illness. NPAF supports expanded access to these services, along with further outreach and education.

• Step Therapy

  Step therapy policies can keep patients from the medications they need. We support reasonable solutions that prioritize the doctor-patient relationship while keeping costs down.

• Telehealth

  Telehealth is a great way to overcome many access barriers faced by patients. This sheet explains why it's important and how we can improve telehealth to expand access and improve the quality of care patients receive through telehealth appointments.

• Tips for Your Telehealth Appointment

  Expert advice from the Patient Advocate Foundation on how to prepare for your telehealth appointment and maximize its benefits.