<p>Diana Villanova, TrialCard’s VP of Patient Support Services Strategy, joins Landy and Eric on today’s episode, to discuss Alternate Funding Programs (AFPs).  Designed to limit plan sponsors’ financial exposure, the increased use of AFPs has introduced new access challenges for patients, plans, and manufacturers alike.</p>

TrialCard is now Mercalis!

Mercalis is an integrated life sciences commercialization partner that provides comprehensive solutions that span the entire healthcare value chain.&nbsp; The company partners closely with its clients to deliver an end-to-end spectrum of commercial capabilities that work together seamlessly and flexibly.&nbsp; Backed by proven industry expertise and results-driven technology, Mercalis provides the data and strategic insights, patient support services, and healthcare provider engagement tools to help life sciences companies successfully commercialize new products.&nbsp; Above all, Mercalis helps navigate the complex life sciences marketplace to accelerate value and enhance patient lives.&nbsp; Founded in 2000, Mercalis provides commercialization solutions to more than 500 life sciences customers and has provided access and affordability support to millions of patients.&nbsp; The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina.&nbsp; For more information about Mercalis, please visit www.mercalis.com.