Drug Discount Monitor

The Inside Source on the Public Health Service 340B Drug Discount Program

Safety Net Hospitals for Pharmaceutical Access

Announcement

Welcome to the new Monitor!
We have a new design, a shorter name, and a more versatile layout. Our goal is to make the Drug Discount Monitor more accessible and up-to-date.

With our new format, we'll be publishing articles as the news happens, in addition to our monthly print edition containing the month's highlights. Please check back often to keep up with news that matters.

Headlines

J&J Consumer Division Exits 340B; Will More OTCs Follow?

June 5, 2009 - Have drug companies found a way to offer 340B prices on just certain, select products? Read more

Wyeth Plans to Fight Government Nominal Pricing Case

June 5, 2009 - Nominal pricing continues to dog manufacturers. This time, the feds are going after Wyeth. Read more

Patient Assistance Programs Scrutinized As Healthcare Reform Looms

June 5, 2009 - Patient assistance programs are coming under more scrutiny as the country gears up for healthcare reform. Read more

Updated! Judge Denies Class Certification in Santa Clara 340B Case

June 5, 2009 - Santa Clara County has no class-action case—for now. But the court gave the drug overcharging case some valuable time. Read more

OPA Funding Paves Way for 340B Program Improvements

May 26 , 2009 - The Office of Pharmacy Affairs is gearing up for database improvement now that there’s finally money in the budget. Read more

13th Annual 340B Coalition Conference - July 13-15, 2009