HealthWell Foundation to Host Panel Discussion Focused on Patient Assistance at NASP inSPire 2026 Conference

HealthWell Foundation to Host Panel Discussion at NASP inSPire 2026

The HealthWell Foundation, a prominent organization dedicated to supporting underinsured patients, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming NASP inSPire 2026 Specialty Pharmacy Conference. The event will take place from September 22 to 25, 2026, in National Harbor, Maryland.

During this year’s conference, the HealthWell Foundation will lead a noteworthy panel discussion aimed at enhancing the patient experience at pharmacies and addressing the critical need for better navigation resources. The specific session is titled "From Policy to the Pharmacy Counter: Navigating Patient Assistance in an Era of Legislative Shifts" and is scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 10:50 AM EST.

In recent years, changes in healthcare legislation have significantly impacted prescription drug pricing and accessibility to specialty medications. The Inflation Reduction Act has introduced new policies that lower the out-of-pocket costs for many beneficiaries under Medicare Part D, while simultaneously adjusting affordability protections. Alongside this, the expiration of enhanced ACA marketplace subsidies has resulted in increased premium costs for many commercially insured individuals. This creates a complex scenario where patients must navigate a maze of financial support systems and specialty pharmacy practices.

The session at NASP inSPire 2026 will gather industry experts, including healthcare professionals and a HealthWell grant recipient, to engage in dialogue about these vital topics. The discussion will not only focus on how legislative changes impact patient assistance programs but also explore real-world solutions to improve patient navigation and address affordability challenges that many face when accessing medications.

Michael Heimall, President and CEO of the HealthWell Foundation, expressed his enthusiasm for participating in inSPire 2026, underscoring the organization’s commitment to enhancing patient outcomes: "We are thrilled to participate in inSPire 2026 and to contribute to conversations that advance the work of pharmacy professionals and improve patient outcomes. Enhancing the patient experience and improving patients' lives remain central to HealthWell's mission."

Attendees are encouraged to join this important panel to deepen their understanding of how recent policy shifts can affect specialty pharmacies and the essential assistance programs they often rely on. The HealthWell Foundation team will also be available at exhibit booth #405, where participants can learn more about the foundation's extensive disease fund portfolio and discuss potential collaborations to better support patient needs.

To gain more insights into the NASP inSPire 2026 conference, please visit the official conference website. Also, for further information on the HealthWell Foundation and its programs, check out their website at HealthWellFoundation.org.

Founded in 2003, the HealthWell Foundation has become a key resource for underinsured patients across over 100 disease categories, providing more than $5.2 billion in financial assistance through approximately 2.2 million grants. The organization is devoted to eliminating the financial barriers that prevent access to necessary medical treatments, thus playing a pivotal role in the healthcare landscape.

For more details about the sessions at the conference and the HealthWell Foundation’s continued efforts, stay connected with their latest updates.