Loopback Analytics Partners with Ballad Health to Expand Specialty Pharmacy Access and Improve Patient Care

DALLAS, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Loopback Analytics, a leading provider of data-driven market access solutions for health system specialty pharmacies, today announced a strategic partnership with Ballad Health, a 20-hospital health system based in Tennessee. This collaboration aims to accelerate the growth of Ballad Health's specialty pharmacy, ensuring more patients with chronic and complex conditions receive high-touch, coordinated care.

Health system specialty pharmacies play a crucial role in improving care quality and clinical outcomes for patients requiring specialty medications. However, challenges such as access restrictions to limited distribution drugs (LDDs) and payer networks often create barriers to optimal care. By leveraging Loopback's advanced analytics platform and deep industry expertise, Ballad Health will be better positioned to overcome these challenges and expand specialty pharmacy access.

"We are excited to partner with Ballad Health to break down access barriers and empower their specialty pharmacy to serve more patients," said Neil Smiley, CEO of Loopback Analytics. "With data-driven insights, health system specialty pharmacies can demonstrate their value and secure the access they need to deliver life-saving therapies."

"Loopback Analytics brings the data analytics capabilities and market access expertise we need to enhance our specialty pharmacy services," said Angel Crabtree, Corporate Director of Ambulatory Pharmacy Services at Ballad Health. "With their support, we can better demonstrate our impact on patient outcomes and strengthen our engagement with key stakeholders."

About Ballad Health
Ballad Health is an integrated community health improvement organization serving 29 counties across Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, Northwest North Carolina, and Southeast Kentucky. Its system includes 20 hospitals, post-acute care and behavioral health services, and a large multi-specialty physician group. Ballad Health collaborates with independent medical providers and community stakeholders to enhance the health and well-being of nearly one million people. Learn more at www.balladhealth.org.

About Loopback Analytics
Loopback Analytics is a leading provider of data-driven solutions that connect health systems and life sciences companies to improve specialty care access and innovation. By leveraging advanced analytics, Loopback enables health systems to secure market access, optimize specialty pharmacy performance, and enhance patient outcomes. Learn more at www.loopbackanalytics.com.

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