340B Unscripted

Ep 77 | DSH Hospital Threats

In this episode, Greg and Rob are joined by SpendMend colleague Heather Lynch, to talk about how H.R.1 (i.e. One Big Beautiful Bill Act, or OBBBA) could impact 340B covered entities in the long run. They’ll discuss how federal Medicaid cuts projected from the bill could influence a trend in lower average DSH% for some hospitals, threatening 340B Program eligibility. They’ll also have a conversation about things hospitals should consider, both in the short term and long term, to brace for the impact.
In the intro, they’ll also catch up on various manufacturer actions affecting 340B providers.
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Ep 76 | HRSA DRL Updates & 340B Rebate Comments

In this episode, Greg and Rob review recent changes made to the HRSA Audit Data Request List (DRL). They also discuss some of the comments provided by the public to HRSA regarding potential 340B rebate models, debate a recent change to a manufacturer’s contract pharmacy restrictions, and highlight some communication that has gone out to hospitals regarding a proposed CMS 340B drug acquisition cost survey expected in CY26.
SpendMend’s comments on HRSA’s proposed 340B rebate model: https://www.regulations.gov/comment/HRSA-2025-0001-1115
CMS proposed Medicare Part B 340B drug acquisition cost survey template: CMS-10931 | CMS
 
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Ep 75 | 340B Rebate Guidance Update – HRSA FAQs

In this episode, Greg and Rob catch up on insights gathered and lessons learned from various forums our team has attended over the last few weeks. Also, they discuss the recently posted FAQ page provided by HRSA in response to questions around the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program.
340B Rebate HRSA FAQ: https://www.hrsa.gov/opa/340b-model-pilot-program
340B Rebate Comments: https://www.regulations.gov/document/HRSA-2025-0001-0001

Ep 74 | Annual Hospital Recertification & Proposed Changes to OPAIS

In this episode, Greg and Rob discuss tips for completing the annual 340B hospital recertification process, which is occurring now through early September. They also recap a recent notice in the Federal Register that signals HRSA’s intent on modifying some elements of OPAIS and the 340B enrollment/registration/recertification process. The guys also can’t help themselves and wrap up with another debate around impending 340B rebate considerations.
Proposed OPAIS changes: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/08/07/2025-14955/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-collection-public-comment-request-information
 
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Ep 73 | Coalition Recap & 340B Rebate Guidance Release

In this episode, Greg and Rob share initial thoughts on 340B Rebate Model Guidance released by HRSA on July 31st. They also catch up on some of the hot topics that were generating conversations at the recent 340B Coalition Summer Conference Meeting.

Ep 72 | Insulin & EpiPen 340B Policy Changes for FQHCs

This week’s episode is a short one but a good one. Rob is out on vacation, so Greg is joined by SpendMend colleague Sabrina Allen to discuss the recent policy changes impacting FQHCs related to a Trump Administration executive order from earlier this year that address insulin and injectable epinephrine 340B pricing provisions.
SpendMend is at Booth #413 this week at the 340B Coalition Summer Conference in National Harbor, MD. Come meet our team, eat some chocolate and discuss what’s happening in the 340B world.
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Ep 71 | 2025 Midyear 340B Review – Conversation with Ted Slafsky

In this episode, Greg and Rob welcome back Ted Slafsky to recap what the first six months of 2025 have brought to the 340B landscape. They’ll talk about where we are at with 340B rebate model action, discuss how federal agency reorganization efforts could impact 340B regulatory oversight, recap state legislative wins for 340B providers and debate how Congress may address the call for 340B Program reform later in the year.
Come catch us at Booth #413 at the 2025 340B Coalition Summer Conference!
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Ep 70 | 340B Updates – IRA Guidance and Rebate Models

In this episode, Greg and Rob catch up on developments in the 340B space. They chat about new information provided by CMS for pharmacies related to the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program (some helpful links are below). Also, they debate about what might be coming with the widely anticipated 340B rebate model guidance.
CMS Medicare Transaction Facilitator (MTF) User Guide: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/negotiation-program-mtf-user-guide.pdf
CMS MTF Pharmacy FAQs: https://340breport.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/pharmacy-and-dispensing-entity-mtf-faq.pdf