CMS Continues to Block People Living with Alzheimer's from Access to FDA-Approved Treatments
Despite significant new evidence published since the release of its decision, CMS has denied the Alzheimer’s Association’s request to change its policy. CMS covers all FDA-approved drugs except for monoclonal antibodies directed against amyloid for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Bipartisan Legislation to Streamline Dementia Care Reintroduced in Senate
Comprehensive Care for Alzheimer’s Act Washington, D.C., March 3, 2023 — The Alzheimer’s Association and the Alzheimer’s Impact Movement (AIM) are proud to support the bipartisan Comprehensive Care...
Alzheimer’s Policy in the States
Across the nation AIM advocates are working to advance public policies to improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Learn about Alzheimer’s policies and advocacy in your state.