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There’s a lot at stake for Illinois hospitals participating in the federal 340B program: first and foremost, it’s their patients. The program, which dates to 1992, has helped hospitals serving uninsured and low-income patients expand access to care and provide more comprehensive healthcare services. Drugmaker restrictions have made it difficult for hospitals to offer the services and discounted prescription drugs that underserved communities deserve.
Nearly 20 states have passed legislation to protect 340B contract pharmacy arrangements. Illinois has an opportunity to return the 340B program to its original intent through legislation before the General Assembly, House Bill 2371 SA 2, the Patient Access to Pharmacy Protection Act. While Big Pharma has legally challenged similar laws passed in other states, the courts have repeatedly sided with healthcare providers.
Most recently, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit last month upheld a lower court ruling that refused a drugmaker request to stop enforcement of a Mississippi law protecting 340B pricing in pharmacy contracts. It was the second appellate court ruling to uphold state law protecting 340B contract pharmacy arrangements, adding to the eight district court cases decided in providers’ favor.
Over 100 Illinois hospitals and the patients they serve benefit from 340B savings. Vote YES on HB 2371 SA 2 to safeguard the 340B drug discount program—and help hospitals care for low-income and uninsured patients. Learn more.
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Wednesday, Oct 8, 25 @ 8:30 am
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