Policymakers’ Critical Role in Strengthening the 340B Program
The 340B Drug Pricing Program has become a cornerstone of American healthcare. By requiring pharmaceutical manufacturers to provide outpatient drugs at reduced prices to eligible providers, it helps safety-net hospitals, health centers, and clinics stretch scarce resources. Those savings are reinvested directly into patient care, improving access for vulnerable populations. Yet as the program has […]
Why Pharmacies Are Essential Partners in the 340B Program
When people think of the 340B Drug Pricing Program, they often picture hospitals and community health centers. But there’s another player just as important to the program’s success: pharmacies. Whether independent, chain, or specialty, pharmacies are on the front lines of ensuring patients receive affordable medications. Their role in dispensing, documenting, and partnering with covered […]
How 340B Programs Strengthen Communities & Families
How 340B Programs Strengthen Communities — And Why Compliance Matters Since its creation in 1992, the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program has been a lifeline for health centers, hospitals, and pharmacies serving vulnerable populations. By allowing covered entities to purchase medications at reduced prices, the program generates savings that can be reinvested into patient care. […]