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IN HR0069
Resolution
Status
3/10/2014
Primary Sponsor
Edward Clere
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AI Summary
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Urges the legislative council to assign a study committee to examine public policy that removes barriers to long-term access to effective eye disease treatment therapies
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Identifies macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy as leading preventable causes of blindness in Indiana and the United States
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Notes that late-onset vision impairment creates significantly higher treatment and care costs compared to preventative treatment of underlying diseases
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Recognizes that patient adherence to long-term eye drop therapy drops off at higher rates than traditional medicines due to the self-administered nature of viscous eye drop products
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Points out that medical professionals and CMS acknowledge barriers to therapy access contribute to declining patient adherence to chronic medicine regimens over time
Legislative Description
A HOUSE RESOLUTION urging the legislative council to assign to the appropriate study committee the topic of public policy which assists individuals with chronic eye disease in removing barriers to long-term access to effective treatment therapies.
Last Action
First reading: adopted voice vote
3/10/2014