PThA1 - IRA Implementation & 340B: Practical Guidance for Health Center Success

Session Description: This session will provide an overview of the latest developments in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its impact on health centers’ 340B operations. Panelists will review the drug pricing provisions within the IRA and discuss lessons learned in the first few months of its implementation. The presenters will provide guidance on how to model your future 340B savings, based on current program results and payer mix, allowing attendees to leave this session with the knowledge and tools necessary to balance IRA compliance with other statutory drug discount programs. Additionally, the session will cover actionable steps to prepare for upcoming regulatory changes, as well as how to proactively assess and mitigate potential financial impacts on health center operations.

The session will begin with an overview of the newly implemented IRA drug pricing provisions and their early impacts on 340B operations, including guidance on financial modeling and compliance strategies. Panelists will share practical steps for navigating upcoming regulatory changes and apply those concepts to real-world health center situations. The session will conclude with audience Q&A.

This session will help health centers remain financially resilient and compliant by equipping them with strategies to navigate the IRA’s impact on 340B operations and savings. By effectively managing these changes, health centers can continue to deliver affordable, high-quality care and strengthen their position as the Providers and Partners of Choice in their communities.