Newswise — CHICAGO, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — On behalf of all those living with Alzheimer’s disease, their caregivers, and their families, we appreciate the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) thoughtful consideration on coverage considerations for monoclonal antibodies targeting amyloid for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, including aducanumab, which was recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
We welcome today’s announcement of a National Coverage Determination (NCD) analysis, consistent with the Alzheimer’s Association position. An NCD would help prevent regional and community level disparities due to barriers that would be difficult to overcome, particularly by those who have greater challenges accessing health care services.
As the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research, the Alzheimer’s…
