Patients Rising
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees
Based in Washington, DC, Patients Rising operates as a national nonprofit that aims to empower patients and their caregivers to navigate the U.S. healthcare system and influence policy. It works to address persistent barriers such as high medical costs, limited access, insurance denials, and drug pricing challenges by offering education, resources, and advocacy tools. Its programs include the Patient Empowerment Center, the Advocacy Masterclass, and the Patient-Focused Policy Center, which support self-guided learning, storytelling, and actionable policy engagement steps. The organization targets patients with chronic or life-threatening illnesses and their caregivers, helping them articulate experiences and participate with clinicians in healthcare decisions. It amplifies patient voices through events, federal and state advocacy efforts, and partnerships with other groups, including a 2024 collaboration with the Sumaira Foundation on a patient helpline for NMOSD and MOGAD. It also maintains a free community platform that connects patients, caregivers, and advocates to share stories and pursue reforms.
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