Kelly Ke

Kelly Ke

Sep 13, 2023

Wonder Sir Founder Chen Yiwei on China’s Rare Disease Definition and Recent Policy Boost for Foreign CGT Investment

Motivated by a profound sense of purpose and deeply moved by the suffering of Chinese rare disease patients, Chen Yiwei,
Aug 30, 2023

Improving Access to Innovative Drugs: Can China’s Dual-Channel Policy Deliver?

To tackle the hospital formulary access issues faced by some NRDL-negotiated drugs, the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) introduced
Aug 16, 2023

Shanghai Enhances Payment Mechanisms to Drive Pharma and Medical Innovation

Shortly after the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) introduced its more industry-friendly renewal rules for older NRDL-negotiated drugs,
Aug 02, 2023

China Implements More Moderate and Predictable Price Reduction for Older NRDL-Negotiated Drugs

In late June, the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) commenced the 2023 National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL) Dynamic Update, aiming
Jul 19, 2023

Chinese Organization for Rare Disorders Founder Kevin Huang: China is Focusing on Solving Orphan Drug Access Issues

On a beautiful Wednesday morning, just after celebrating July 4th, I sat down with Kevin Huang, the visionary founder of
Jul 05, 2023

Behind the Scenes: Exploring the Roadblocks to Formulary Listing for NRDL-Negotiated Drugs in China Public Hospitals

China's National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL) is increasingly incorporating innovative drugs. Once included in the NRDL, these drugs
Jun 21, 2023

Navigating China's Access Landscape for Orphan Therapies: Insights into Funding Pathways

Welcome back to the final installment of our three-part series exploring China's access landscape of rare disease
Jun 07, 2023

Understanding China’s Access Environment for Orphan Therapies: Advancing Policies and Diagnosis & Treatment Capacities

In our previous installment, we delved into the distinctive characteristics and commercial challenges surrounding rare diseases, highlighting a comprehensive solution
May 24, 2023

Understanding China’s Access Environment for Orphan Therapies: 3 Key Considerations

Biopharmaceutical companies face distinctive challenges when it comes to developing and commercializing treatments for rare diseases, as these conditions affect
May 10, 2023

How China’s Provider Payment Reform Will Impact Key Healthcare Stakeholders

Our last article discussed the context behind the DRG/DIP payment reform and how China has adopted this dual-track