If you've ever fought to get a prescribed biologic or advanced therapy covered, only to be told “you must try this first”, you've encountered step therapy, sometimes called “fail-first”. In 2026, step therapy remains a major hurdle for patients and practices, but...
“Dealing with insurance and the pharmacy is like playing hide-and-seek… except the rules keep changing and nobody wins.” Some days you’re caring for patients, supporting family, answering questions, and holding it all together like a slightly exhausted superhero—the...
Q: What is an interesting fact about you that we would not find on your resume? A: I LOVE the Grinch and pickles Q: What was your first job? A: Working at my grandmother’s home decor store from ages 13-15 Q: What does a typical weekend look like for you? A: Sports:...
Hidradenitis suppurativa is a common disease, but the evidence defining it has failed to keep pace with its clinical burden. Although it is a chronic inflammatory skin condition, it remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed. For many patients, its impact extends...
December is here and chaos showed up early. At work, my days are filled with prior authorization renewals, insurance phone calls that somehow all sound the same, and the constant responsibility of making sure patients don’t miss the biologic therapies they rely on. As...
December stands as one of the highest-pressure operational cycles for dermatology access teams. PAP renewals, insurance transitions, Medicare changes, and January preparations often hit simultaneously, creating a fast-paced landscape where disciplined time management...
Q: What is an interesting fact about you that we would not find on your resume? A: I built a year-round greenhouse with grow lights and heaters to grow things whenever I want 😊 Q: What was your first job? A: Target as a cashier Q: What does a typical weekend look like...
As we approach the end of the year, many patients on biologic therapies start noticing something unexpected — their copay cards have reached their annual maximum. For patients relying on these high-cost specialty medications, this can be stressful and confusing. But...
Who’s ready for the 2025 BCoD Conference in Atlanta? Whether you’re new to biologic coordinating or a seasoned expert, the BCoD 2025 Conference is your opportunity to gain fresh insights, connect with peers and return to your practice inspired and better equipped to...
Q: What is an interesting fact about you that we would not find on your resume?A: I make a mean homemade green chicken enchilada with plant-based cheese. It’s a favorite in my house and always a hit. Q: What was your first job?A: My first job was as a cashier at Pic N...
