Inefficiencies and Impact of Healthcare Policies

This chapter examines the administrative burdens and negative patient outcomes associated with prior authorization in healthcare. It discusses the role of pharmacy benefit managers and profit-driven insurance companies in inflating drug prices and complicating care access. By analyzing the effects of the Affordable Care Act and systemic inefficiencies, the chapter critiques the current healthcare landscape and highlights the disparities faced by vulnerable populations.

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