From application to funded medicine: PHARMAC's process PHARMAC has a process for all funding applications to ensure that every application is treated fairly. Their job is to prioritise which new medicines will deliver the best possible health outcomes for New Zealanders. See the application flowchart:
Source: PHARMAC | Download in PDF: https://pharmac.govt.nz/assets/PHARMAC-Funding-on-a-pagediagram.pdf
A supplier, health professional, or an everyday New Zealander can apply for a medicine or related product to be funded. The following steps are required: 1.
Prepare your application by collating all relevant information.
2.
Discuss your application with someone from PHARMAC.
3.
Submit your application via PharmConnect.
4.
Review: PHARMAC reviews and evaluates the evidence, including others' submissions on the same medicine.
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