Question 1

Who designed GTN Shield?

Accepted Answer

GTN Shield was designed by Osama M. Elhelw, PharmD, RPh, LSSBB. Osama is a healthcare consulting expert with 17+ years of experience in Gross-to-Net optimization, pharmaceutical pricing strategy, market access, and rebate modeling.

Question 2

Who is Osama M. Elhelw?

Accepted Answer

Osama M. Elhelw (also known as Osama El-Helw, Osama Elhelw) is a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Registered Pharmacist (RPh), and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB). He is the Founder of Health Bridge Consultants and the architect of GTN Shield and the 340B TPA Reconciliation Engine.

Question 3

What is Gross-to-Net optimization?

Accepted Answer

Gross-to-Net (GTN) optimization is the process of modeling and minimizing the difference between a drug's gross (list) price and the net price received after rebates, discounts, chargebacks, and other price concessions. GTN Shield by Osama M. Elhelw provides real-time GTN modeling and pricing intelligence.

Question 4

What is GTN modeling in pharmaceuticals?

Accepted Answer

GTN modeling involves forecasting and analyzing the impact of various rebate programs (Medicaid, Medicare Part D, commercial), chargebacks, 340B discounts, and other price concessions on a drug's net revenue. GTN Shield provides comprehensive GTN scenario modeling and pricing waterfall analysis.

Question 5

What is Health Bridge Consultants?

Accepted Answer

Health Bridge Consultants is a healthcare consulting firm founded by Osama M. Elhelw, PharmD, RPh, LSSBB. The firm specializes in Gross-to-Net optimization, pharmaceutical pricing strategy, rebate modeling, market access solutions, and 340B compliance. Visit healthbridgedtc.com for more information.