Expert 340B Guidance

Transforming Health Center 340B Programs with Improved Revenue, Decreased Expenses and Airtight Compliance

We partner with covered entities to design referral capture, expense reduction and compliance audit programs that optimize financial performance to strengthen patient care and outcomes for vulnerable populations— all tailored to your workflows.

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COMPREHENSIVE 340B SOLUTIONS

We operationalize every phase of your 340B strategy

From Walgreens data access to CVS network expansion, audit defense, and patient growth campaigns, Cooper Strategy brings the muscle memory to execute faster than in-house teams alone. Leverage our specialists as an extension of your staff to accelerate compliance, revenue, and patient reach.

Why Leading Health Centers Choose Cooper Strategy

Exclusive partnerships, cutting-edge AI technology, and proven results that deliver measurable impact for your 340B program

Higher Capture Rates

Our AI-enabled technology incorporates significantly more provider patient data than any other referral capture solution.

  • Maximum shared savings revenue generation
  • Advanced data analytics and matching
  • Real-time optimization algorithms

Airtight Compliance

Double-scrutinized claims ensure complete regulatory adherence and audit readiness.

  • AI-powered initial screening
  • Expert human verification
  • Comprehensive audit defense

Streamlined Efficiency

Optimized workflows reduce overhead expenses while improving operational effectiveness.

  • Lower operational costs
  • Automated reporting systems
  • Cost savings passed to clients

Exclusive Walgreens Partnership

Cooper Strategy is one of only two companies nationally with direct access to Walgreens referral data. This exclusive partnership, established in 2019, positions us uniquely to help covered entities maximize their 340B savings while building healthier communities for underserved populations.

One of Only Two Nationally
$90M+ Client Savings Generated
289+ Covered Entities Served
18+ Years 340B Expertise
74M+ Patient Referrals Processed
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Deploy Cooper Strategy experts to translate 340B potential into measurable performance

Every engagement is engineered to reveal hidden revenue, modernize pharmacy operations, and safeguard compliance for 340B covered entities. Explore how Cooper Strategy converts complex referrals, contracting, audits, and patient acquisition challenges into sustained financial and clinical wins.

50+ yrs Combined audit experience across every hospital and health center entity type.
⅓ Rx Walgreens share of U.S. prescriptions captured through our exclusive referral data access.
$7M+ Net annual upside for new patient procurement partners after year two.
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340B Program Optimization

Activate untapped referral capture and align prescribing data with real-world dispensing through our exclusive Walgreens intelligence. Cooper Strategy is one of only two sources for Covered Entities needing Walgreens referral data—covering roughly one-third of U.S. prescriptions. Missing those referrals can cost large health centers millions annually.

  • Deploy precision analytics to surface Walgreens referral leakage down to the prescriber and facility level.
  • Coordinate with Walgreens teams to streamline claims qualification and shorten revenue realization cycles.
  • Deliver executive-ready dashboards so leaders can monitor financial lift in near real-time.
⅓ of Rx Access Walgreens referrals that competitors cannot touch and reclaim millions in annual revenue.
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Pharmacy Network Development

Build, expand, and optimize a contract pharmacy ecosystem that pays dividends for years. We do the heavy lifting—from opportunity analysis to HRSA registration—so your team can stay focused on patient care.

  • Assess geographic coverage to prioritize high-yield retail and specialty partners, including CVS, Walgreens, and regional grocers.
  • Manage credentialing, data-sharing, and split-billing integrations to accelerate go-live timelines.
  • Deliver quarterly performance reviews and optimization plans to maintain multi-million-dollar run rates.
$200K+/mo Revenue generated after registering 18 CVS pharmacies for one health center through Cooper-led expansion.
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Audit & Compliance Mastery

De-risk every aspect of your 340B program with a team that has logged over five decades of combined audit experience and a perfect success record across all covered entity types.

  • Mock audit packages that mirror HRSA scrutiny—complete with policy reviews, sample tracing, and corrective action roadmaps.
  • End-to-end HRSA audit representation, evidence management, and onsite coaching.
  • Targeted training for pharmacies, prescribers, and compliance teams to reinforce airtight governance.
100% Success Serving all six hospital covered entity types plus every health center category with zero adverse findings.
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New Patient Procurement

Unlock new patient volume from self-insured employers and PBMs who are ready to partner on cost containment and clinical quality. Our turnkey campaigns guide thousands of eligible lives directly into FQHC and DSH care settings.

  • Analyze employer and PBM rosters to identify attributed patients already interacting with your network.
  • Launch engagement playbooks that meet patients where they are—digital, workplace, and community touchpoints.
  • Track conversion, adherence, and savings metrics to prove value to employers and internal stakeholders.
$7M+ Net Gain Projected net gain by year two for entities that opt into Cooper Strategy procurement programs.

Meet Our Expert Leaders

Experienced professionals dedicated to transforming 340B program optimization and improving health outcomes nationwide

Thomas Bednarek

Thomas Bednarek

Managing Director & CEO

As Managing Director and CEO, Thomas has guided Cooper Strategy to become a recognized leader in 340B Program Optimization, with an overarching dedication to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations across the United States. Growing up as the oldest of ten siblings, Thomas credits his family experience with shaping his leadership skills and empathy.

Experience
C-suite roles at 5 companies
Previous Role
Division President & CEO at Watermark Properties
Healthcare Leadership
President & CEO of Premier Radiology
BS Healthcare Management MBA Notre Dame
Thomas Bednarek

Jessica Rivas

Director of Operations

Jessica plays a key role in helping covered entities nationwide maximize 340B program performance and revenue. With more than 20 years of pharmacy experience across hospital, retail, compounding, manufacturing, and 340B program management, she brings proven leadership and expertise to every client engagement.

Experience
20+ years pharmacy expertise
Certification
340B ACE Certified Professional
Achievement
Increased revenue by 200%+ as CPO
340B ACE Certified Chief Pharmacy Officer HRSA Audit Expert
Joe Barry

Joe Barry

Senior Vice President of Client Services

Joe Barry came to Cooper Strategy after a 20-year career with a large regional health system. His experience and expertise in B2B relationships is of critical importance to Cooper Strategy's various customer service and business development initiatives. A native New Englander, he now resides in Northeastern Pennsylvania with his wife and two sons.

Experience
20 years in healthcare systems
Specialization
B2B relationship management
Focus
Business development & client services
BA Business Administration Management Concentration
Rhonda Kupi

Rhonda Kupi

Vice President of Account Services

Rhonda serves as Vice President of Account Services at Cooper Strategy, bringing over a decade of experience in B2B client relationship management and strategic account planning. Known for her collaborative style and commitment to delivering outstanding results, Rhonda partners closely with clients and potential clients to develop tailored solutions that drive business growth.

Experience
10+ years in client relationships
Approach
Collaborative & results-driven
Mission
Supporting vulnerable communities
Strategic Account Planning B2B Relationship Expert