Alliance to Save America's 340B Program

For over three decades, the #340B program has been a vital cornerstone of healthcare access for millions of underserved patients and the safety-net providers who care for them. But today, its mission is under threat. Due to a serious lack of transparency and accountability, far too many of the program’s benefits fail to reach the patients it was designed to serve. ? Curious about the challenges facing #340B and how we can safeguard its future? Check out our latest video to learn more about our solutions to: ? ?? Ensure patients directly benefit ?? Rein in corporate middlemen ?? Verify the program is working ? Let’s work together in the months ahead to deliver actionable solutions that strengthen the program for those who need it most.

Read the American Benefits Council's latest report revealing how unchecked growth of the #340B program creates significant costs for employer-sponsored health plans – and by extension workers and their families. And to learn more about how the program has grown in recent years – and how patients are missing out – check out our latest fact sheet: https://bit.ly/4kubGsc

ICYMI – A new report from Third Way highlights how misuse of the #340B program drives up prescription drug costs for patients. Check it out below.

“We’re not getting our money’s worth from the #340B program—especially when this program is supposed to be helping covered entities with limited resources to purchase prescription drugs for underserved communities.” Check out the rest of Thomas Johnson's remarks from this afternoon's panel at the State of Black Health Summit, hosted by BlackDoctor.org in partnership with USA TODAY.

Our coalition is now 26 members strong! We're pleased to welcome four new members to our movement: BlackDoctor.org, National Infusion Center Association (NICA), Infusion Access Foundation, and the National Caucus and Center for Black Aging. Together, we’re committed to strengthening the #340B program and ensuring it works for the patients who need it most.

Nonprofit hospitals – who generate millions in revenue from the #340B program – should be investing their resources patient care, not expensive Super Bowl ads.

A shout-out to our partners at the Community Oncology Alliance, for including #340B reform in their blueprint for reforming the U.S. healthcare system. "Originally created to serve a small number of safety-net hospitals, the program now covers thousands of covered entities and generates billions of dollars for hospitals. 340B has created unintended consequences that are harmful to patients and the health care system writ large through increasing prices and consolidation." We look forward to continuing to work together to bring greater transparency and accountability to the program.

This week, our Executive Director, Thomas Johnson, shared important insights about the role of the #340B program during the 16th Annual Medicaid Innovations Forum. Thomas highlighted the 340B program’s critical role making healthcare more affordable for under-served communities and why stronger oversight and transparency is needed to ensure resources are being used appropriately. Thanks to the organizers for advancing this important discussion!

This #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay, we honor the vital role of safety-net providers supported by the #340B program. These providers deliver essential prenatal, childbirth, postpartum, and family planning care to underserved communities.

Did you know? The first Community Health Center opened its doors to patients in 1965. Today, they serve more than 31 million Americans from all walks of life. The #340B program is vital to safety-net providers. That's why we're calling for common-sense changes that ensure #340B works for patients.