340B Unscripted

Ep 30 | Turnkey Pharmacy Solutions, Whiteboards & 340B Stuff

Rich Bucher, one of the co-founders of Turnkey Pharmacy Solutions, makes a long-awaited appearance on the podcast with Greg and Rob.  Rich and Rob share anecdotes from their early days getting involved in external 340B support (23:26).   Rich also shares some thoughts on 340B topics like GPO Prohibition mitigation strategies (39:13), what to make of the FAQ 4301 developments earlier this year (49:58) and opinions on recent state-enacted laws addressing contract pharmacy provisions (57:49).
In the intro, Greg, Rob, and Rich get caught up on manufacturer restrictions and react to inquiries sent to 340B hospitals from the Senate HELP Committee.
Please email us with questions or suggested podcast topics at 340BUnscripted@spendmend.com.
Also, don’t forget to register for an upcoming SpendMend webinar focusing on innovative pharmacy supply chain management:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/677788879648187232?source=340B+Unscripted
 

Ep 29 | The Intersection Between the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) & 340B – Conversation with Jeff Davis

In this episode, Greg and Rob are joined by healthcare attorney Jeff Davis, to discuss how the Medicare drug pricing provisions in the IRA will impact 340B providers.  They’ll go over CMS billing modifier requirements (15:27), share opinions on the financial impact covered entities might experience (38:02), and how various legal challenges to the IRA by the pharma industry may play out (56:29).  They also add some insights around CMS’s proposed Part B payment remedy (1:01:03).
In the intro, Rob catches Greg up on new manufacturer restrictions, and some recent HRSA audit experience related to interpreting data request list (DRL) revisions, and shares some commentary on the current House E&C subcommittee hearing on proposed drug shortage legislation.
Email us questions, thoughts, and ideas for podcast topics at 340BUnscripted@spendmend.com!

Ep 28 | 340B Conversation with Emily Cook - Part 2

Rob and Greg continue their conversation with health care attorney and 340B expert Emily Cook (21:05).  They discuss thoughts on the CMS Medicare Part B remedy, provide some commentary on the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its intersection with 340B covered entities, and address an issue that could impact hospital DSH eligibility in the future.
In the intro, Greg and Rob are joined by SpendMend colleague Jennifer Hagen and catch up on recent 340B developments, including updates on manufacturer restrictions, follow-up from a prior question about CAR-T therapy, as well as Spendmend’s reference within an amicus brief filed in the Genesis case. Finally, the team recaps recent changes discovered in the HRSA audit data request list (DRL).
If you have any questions or topic suggestions, please email 340BUnscripted@spendmend.com.

Ep 27 | 340B Conversation with Emily Cook - Part 1

Rob and Greg are joined by Emily Cook (20:15), an attorney in the health care and 340B space. They discuss a number of 340B topics, including ongoing manufacturer restrictions of contract pharmacies (24:52) as well as legal challenges to HRSA’s patient definition (42:16). This is part one of a two-part series, so look for a future podcast episode with more conversation among Rob, Greg, and Emily.
In the intro, the guys catch up on some news and noteworthy 340B items, including drug shortage legislation, state-level 340B developments, tips on addressing manufacturer repayment notifications, and reminders about hospital-CE recertification. 

Ep 26 | First Year Anniversary of the 340B Unscripted Podcast - Q & A Session

Aiden shares the 340B questions sent in by our listeners, and there are some good ones. Questions include opening an in-house retail pharmacy, CAR-T therapy, continuum of care and 190 clinics, the IRA, and a couple of other fun ones.
On our one-year anniversary, we want to thank everyone for listening and for all the encouragement we have received.

Ep 25 | 340B Coalition Summer Conference Recap - Part 2

Rob and Greg continue to unpack all the great information gathered from the 2023 340B Coalition Summer Conference in Washington D.C.  They chat with coworkers, clients, and friends in the 340B community to share insights from sessions at the Conference.  Guests include SpendMend colleagues Jennifer Hagen (16:54) and Shakita Carter (38:12), as well as 340B hospital experts Erin Leigh (47:12), Nan Kempadoo (1:00:14) and Pooja Shah (1:14:08). 
 
Submit your questions for Rob and Greg here: https://ww2.spendmend.com/340b-unscripted-qa/

Ep 24 | 340B Coalition Summer Conference Recap

Greg and Rob share highlights from the 340B Coalition Conference in DC. Topics covered include proposed CMS repayment for affected hospitals, Inflation Reduction Act updates, legislative updates, and other worthy conference discussions. 

Ep 23 | 340B and the Medicare Cost Report

Greg and Rob break down the ins and outs of the Medicare Cost Report and the dos and don'ts of child site registrations. They also provide an update on contract pharmacy manufacturer restrictions and information on the upcoming 340B Coalition Conference. We also hear from our Producer Aiden and provide the secret password for your free 340B Unscripted t-shirt at the conference.