The 340B program got a lot of attention from pharmaceutical industry lobbyists during the health care reform debate. Now it may be getting more attention from the commercial side of the business. Expanded discounts remains a legislative threat—but increased sales to “safety net” purchasers is also a business opportunity.
By Michael McCaughan
The 340B program is not exactly a high profile pharmaceutical market segment. The name, helpfully drawn from the section of...
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