Drug Discount Access: Protecting the 340B Program
This bill aims to ensure that hospitals and clinics can continue to purchase medications at discounted prices, regardless of where or how they are dispensed to patients. This program allows healthcare facilities to save money, which they then use to provide more comprehensive health services to their communities, directly translating into better access to care for citizens.
Key points
Drug manufacturers must offer discounted drug prices, regardless of whether the drugs are dispensed directly by the facility or through contract pharmacies.
The bill prohibits drug manufacturers from imposing conditions that would hinder healthcare facilities from purchasing discounted drugs or dispensing them to patients.
It introduces financial penalties for drug manufacturers who violate the discount program rules, aiming to protect drug accessibility for patients.
It allows healthcare facilities to report violations by drug manufacturers, increasing their protection and ensuring compliance with program rules.
Status:
Introduced
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