Reform bills address concerns over lifeline 340B program abuses

Reform bills address concerns over lifeline 340B program abuses

In rural Colorado, where hospital closures and provider shortages threaten access to care, the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program is a lifeline. It requires that drug companies sell certain medicines to safety-net providers at significantly reduced prices, creating a financial cushion that helps rural hospitals serve their communities more effectively. For rural hospitals, 340B is more than a discount — it’s a tool to create savings for both pati…