Seattle Genetics Will Test Oncology Pricing Acceptance With Adcetris
Executive Summary
Now that Seattle Genetics Inc. is making the transition into a commercial drug company with the FDA approval of its oncologic Adcetris, its success will depend on how effectively it can convince payers, patients and physicians that Adcetris is worth its premium price and how well it can extend the drug’s reach to larger patient markets.
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