Does the EAP require an application from the patient?

The Extended Access Program (EAP) involves access to certain medications under specific circumstances that may not be covered through standard insurance plans or provincial drug formulary. The key aspect of the EAP is that it primarily operates through healthcare professionals, specifically physicians, who understand the patient's medical background and the necessity for the medication in question.

In this context, the process usually entails a physician submitting an application on behalf of the patient. This process ensures that a qualified healthcare provider evaluates the patient's needs, validates the appropriateness of the medication, and completes any necessary documentation to facilitate access to the required treatment. By structuring the application process this way, the EAP maintains a level of oversight and ensures that medications prescribed under the program are clinically justified and based on professional medical advice.

The other options imply either direct engagement or consent directly from the patient, which is not aligned with the specifications of the EAP. An application from the patient is not a requirement of the process, highlighting the importance of the physician’s role in advocating for the patient's access to necessary therapies.