What Does HRSA Do with AMR Data?
On a monthly basis, AMR participants report on client enrollment and utilization, program expenditures, and any major changes to their State ADAP. Each quarter, ADAPs submit information on the prices paid for primary HIV antiretroviral medications. HRSA uses AMR information to monitor nationwide trends in client utilization, program costs, changing patterns of enrollment and program use. The information collected from the AMR assists HRSA in assessing the capacity of State ADAPs to maintain services for clients throughout the fiscal year. Data collected quarterly on the prices paid by State ADAPs for primary HIV pharmaceuticals allows HRSA to track nationwide pricing trends and ensure that State ADAPs are receiving the best prices possible. In addition, AMR data is used by HAB to identify emerging issues and technical assistance needs and to share information among State ADAPs. HRSA utilizes AMR data to generate reports that graphically highlight individual programs, comparisons betwee
