In this episode, Ted Slafsky, publisher and CEO of 340B Report, and Will Newton, associate editor and senior writer at 340B Report, break down the latest in 340B news, including concerns over the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) controversial 340B rebate pilot program and a new hospital Medicare reclassification trend that is alarming some rural health advocates. Next, they’re joined by Colleen Meiman, a senior policy advisor to state primary care associations, to discuss the incredible life and legacy of Sue Veer, a nationally recognized 340B advocate and educator who passed away last week.
Key Topics Covered:
HRSA Posts Rebate FAQ, Federal Court Extends Rebate Appeal Deadlines
Will discusses HRSA’s recently published FAQ that clarifies parts of its contentious 340B rebate pilot program. Then, he explains why a major hospital trade group is urging the agency to abandon the rebate pilot altogether. Will also shares recent updates in the drug industry’s litigation challenging HRSA’s authority to pre-approve rebates.
Rural Health Advocates Alarmed by Hospital Reclassification Trend
Will discusses an emerging trend in which some large urban hospitals are reclassifying as rural under the Medicare program. This gives them access to benefits designed for rural providers, including higher Medicare payments and a lower 340B eligibility threshold. Will explains why some rural health advocates are concerned this could deplete rural resources and bring negative scrutiny to the 340B program. Ted also discusses the myriad financial challenges hospitals are facing, including recently enacted steep Medicaid cuts that could threaten 340B eligibility for many.
A Tribute to the Life and Legacy of 340B Champion Sue Veer
Special guest Colleen Meiman joins the team to mourn the loss of the late Sue Veer and honor her incredible legacy as a nationally respected 340B program advocate and educator. Colleen shares the incredibly powerful story of why Sue began her career in health care, as well as her close personal relationship with Sue. Next, Ted and Colleen discuss Sue’s omnipresence in the 340B space, including her various roles with national provider organizations and reputation as a “straight shooter” respected by all sides of the 340B debate., Colleen also shares a few fun stories about Sue unbeknownst to many.
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