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Jun 5

Modern Medical Mafia was pulled from Prime & Vimeo after PBMs called it “defamatory.” No lies—just truth. Cole’s story is real. Watch it at PatientProtector.us. YouTube is free. Education Center supports the mission. #JusticeForCole #PBMReform #Truth

Jun 3

The High Cost of Medicine: A Tragic Loss and a Call for Reform In January 2024, 22-year-old Cole Schmidtknecht of Appleton, Wisconsin, lost his life to a preventable asthma attack—triggered not by a lack of awareness or medical neglect, but by the unaffordable cost of a medication he had depended o...Read more

The High Cost of Medicine: A Tragic Loss and a Call for Reform In January 2024, 22-year-old Cole Schmidtknecht of Appleton, Wisconsin, lost his life to a preventable asthma attack—triggered not by a lack of awareness or medical neglect, but by the unaffordable cost of a medication he had depended on for years. Cole’s daily inhaler, Advair Diskus, had always been accessible—typically costing between $35 and $66. But when he went to refill his prescription, he was blindsided by a new out-of-pocket price: $539.19. Unbeknownst to him, the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) OptumRx had removed it from their formulary without providing the legally required 30-day notice. Faced with an impossible decision, Cole chose to pay rent instead of buying the medication that helped him breathe. Five days later, he suffered a fatal asthma attack. His family has since filed a lawsuit against OptumRx and Walgreens, alleging wrongful death, negligence, and violations of state law. Cole’s death isn’t just a personal tragedy—it’s a national outrage. It exposes how PBM practices, hidden costs, and broken communication can result in life-or-death consequences for everyday Americans. If you or someone you love has faced a similar healthcare failure—whether it’s due to high drug prices, insurance denials, or pharmacy closures—we want to hear from you. Visit PatientProtector.us to share your story. Your voice matters. Every experience helps us fight for transparency, fairness, and life-saving reform. Together, we can demand a system that protects patients—not profits.

Jun 3

UPDATE: Modern Medical Mafia Amazon Prime Video may have taken it down, but the truth doesn’t go away that easy. Episode 1 is now FREE on YouTube — and we’re just getting started. Watch, share, and help us expose the corruption hurting patients and closing pharmacies across America. Watch here: ...Read more

UPDATE: Modern Medical Mafia Amazon Prime Video may have taken it down, but the truth doesn’t go away that easy. Episode 1 is now FREE on YouTube — and we’re just getting started. Watch, share, and help us expose the corruption hurting patients and closing pharmacies across America. Watch here: https://buff.ly/HQaXFV4 Thank you for standing with us in the fight against powerful Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs). Your voice matters. #ModernMedicalMafia #PBMReform #JusticeForCole #ProtectPatientsNotProfits #IndependentPharmacies

May 28

On May 28, 2025, at 1:00 PM Central Time, I will present testimony during a public hearing regarding SB-203, also known as Cole's Act Protecting Patients and Independent Pharmacies. You can view the proceedings live on Wisconsin Eye. https://buff.ly/D4D6Ifb

May 19

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