Season 1 Episode 21 | July 15, 2025
Advocating for Access: How Policy and Paperwork Shape ITP Treatment
U.S. insurance coverage can be just as challenging as the diagnosis itself. In this episode of Bruised but Not Broken: Living with ITP, we sit down with Becky Burns, Chief Operating Officer of the Bleeding and Clotting Disorders Institute, to unpack the complicated world of U.S. insurance and access to care. Becky shares real-life scenarios, breaks down confusing terms like prior authorizations and copay accumulators, and offers practical advice for navigating financial barriers to treatment. Whether you've struggled with high copays, coverage denials, or just understanding your plan, this episode offers clarity and hope.
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