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Eosinophilic & Rare Disease Cooperative Joins ASAP 340B
The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) is pleased to welcome the Eosinophilic & Rare Disease Cooperative (ERDC) as the latest addition to its growing coalition of more than 40 partners committed to strengthening and protecting the 340B program. ASAP 340B and its partners are united around a core principle: a more transparent and accountable 340B program is essential to ensuring that vulnerable patients — including those living with rare diseases — can access
3 days ago
What is the 340B Program? Fresh Perspectives
Access to affordable, high-quality healthcare is a lifeline for millions of Americans, especially those who rely on safety‑net providers that serve every patient, regardless of income, insurance status, or background. The 340B Drug Pricing Program was created to strengthen these providers and ensure that vulnerable patients can get the medicines and care they need. As policymakers review how the program works in practice and advocates raise questions about access and oversi
Apr 13
Tigerlily Foundation Becomes Newest Partner of the Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B)
The Alliance to Save America's 340B Program (ASAP 340B) is pleased to welcome Tigerlily Foundation as the latest addition to the coalition of more than 40 partners. ASAP 340B and its partners are dedicated toward bringing transparency to the 340B program, ensuring that vulnerable patients have access to affordable care. “Tigerlily Foundation is committed to advancing 340B reform through its partnership with ASAP 340B,” said Lizzie Wittig, Vice President of the HEAL Policy Cen
Apr 1
Webinar: Restoring 340B Accountability: What New Evidence Reveals About 340B Hospitals, Reimbursement Gaps, and Rising Costs
On March 25th, ASAP 340B hosted a webinar with our coalition partners AiArthritis, the Autoimmune Association, and National Consumers League to spotlight new findings on reimbursement disparities for autoimmune therapies between 340B and non-340B facilities, medical debt among patients at 340B hospitals, and the broader unintended consequences the program’s evolution is creating for employers, taxpayers, and healthcare providers. The panel of experts included: Thomas Jo
Mar 27
NAACP Joins Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) as Partner
The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) is proud to welcome the NAACP to the coalition, joining a group of over 40 organizations dedicated to ensuring that the 340B program is supporting true safety-net providers and the communities they serve. “We are very pleased to join ASAP 340B and stand alongside other organizations that are committed to restoring the 340B program to its original intent – serving patients,” said Lisa Bland Malone, Director of Policy a
Feb 23
Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) Celebrates Collaboration with Aimed Alliance
Aimed Alliance has joined The Alliance to Save America's 340B Program (ASAP 340B) to further strengthen the coalition dedicated to introducing necessary reform into the 340B program. While originally designed to help safety-net providers serve low-income and uninsured patients, the program now requires transparency and accountability measures to fulfill its founding mission. “Committed to empowering patients to make informed healthcare decisions, Aimed Alliance recognizes th
Feb 17
Membership Milestone: ASAP 340B Surpasses 40 Members
The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) is proud to announce a new milestone in our membership, with the coalition now consisting of 41 partner organizations! ASAP 340B continues to grow quickly, with our two most recent additions: the Black Legislative Leaders Network and Mom Congress . ASAP 340B and our partners are continuing to work toward our mission of ensuring that the 340B program supports true safety-net providers and the communities they serve – bot
Nov 14, 2025
ASAP 340B Statement on Reintroduction of the 340B ACCESS Act
Washington, D.C. (September 11, 2025) – Thomas Johnson, Executive Director of The Alliance to Save America's 340B Program (ASAP 340B)...
Sep 11, 2025
CBO Report Reinforces Need for Comprehensive Federal Reform of the 340B Program
Washington, D.C. (September 9, 2025) – The Alliance to Save America's 340B Program (ASAP 340B) today commends the Congressional Budget...
Sep 9, 2025
Webinar Spotlights Senate’s 340B Report; ASAP 340B Partners Urge Congress to Enact Comprehensive Reform
Last week, more than 100 stakeholders gathered for a webinar hosted by the HEAL Collaborative, Saving America’s Safety-Net: How 340B Went...
Jun 11, 2025
ASAP 340B Reaches New Milestone with 30 Partners
The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program is proud to announce that we’ve reached an exciting milestone – our coalition is now...
May 22, 2025
ASAP 340B Commends Sen. Cassidy's 340B Investigation, Urges Congress to Act
Washington, D.C. (April 24, 2025) – The Alliance to Save America's 340B Program (ASAP 340B) welcomes the comprehensive report released...
Apr 24, 2025
ASAP 340B Applauds Senate Bipartisan Working Group’s Commitment to Advance Critical 340B Program Reform
Washington, D.C. (March 26, 2025) - Thomas Johnson, Executive Director of the Alliance for Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B),...
Mar 26, 2025
Membership Milestone: ASAP 340B Reaches 26 Partner Organizations
The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program is proud to announce its expansion to 26 members. This significant growth milestone reflects...
Feb 13, 2025
Record 340B Program Growth Sharpens Calls for Reform
New data released by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) show that, last year, the 340B program saw record growth...
Oct 31, 2024
ASAP 340B Welcomes Newest Partners to Our Coalition
The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program is proud to welcome our newest members to the coalition; the American Association of Nurse...
Oct 15, 2024
ASAP 340B Commends Energy & Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee on 340B Program Hearing
Washington, D.C. (June 4, 2024) - The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) commends the House Energy & Commerce Oversight...
Jun 4, 2024
ASAP 340B Applauds Introduction of the 340B ACCESS Act
H.R. 8574 is a Comprehensive, Meaningful Solution that is Needed to Save America’s 340B Program Washington, D.C. – The Alliance to Save...
May 28, 2024
ASAP 340B Responds to Bipartisan Senate Working Group 340B Reform Framework
Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2024) – Earlier today, a bipartisan Senate working group released a discussion draft of legislation to...
Feb 2, 2024
Thomas Johnson: Fixing the 340B Safety Net is Critical for Underserved Americans Battling Cancer
Writing in Oncolytics Today, ASAP 340B Executive Director Thomas Johnson discusses why comprehensive changes to the 340B program are...
Oct 24, 2023
CNN: 340B Healthcare System Aggressively Sues Patients with Medical Debt
A recent CNN investigation revealed that the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and affiliates Arkansas Children’s...
Oct 4, 2023
ASAP 340B Commends Sen. Cassidy’s Investigation into 340B Hospital Revenue
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 29, 2023 Investigation by Ranking Member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee...
Sep 29, 2023
ASAP 340B Honors Bucshon with the Saving America’s 340B Program Leadership Award
Congressman Larry Bucshon recognized for his continued commitment to America’s safety-net providers and the communities they serve. FOR...
Aug 24, 2023
Don’t Miss ASAP 340B’s Panel at the Covered Entities’ and Manufacturers’ 340B Summit
The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) will be featured on a panel at the upcoming Healthcare Innovation Company (thINc)...
Aug 24, 2023
Welcoming the Southern Christian Leadership Global Policy Institute to ASAP 340B
The Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) is proud to announce the newest member of the partnership: The Southern Christian...
Aug 21, 2023
ASAP 340B Weighs in on 340B Program Request for Information
Today, the Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program submitted a response to a bipartisan Senate Request for Information (RFI) seeking...
Jul 28, 2023
ASAP 340B Encouraged by U.S. Senators’ 340B Fact-Finding
Request for Information is Important Step Toward Updating the Federal Program Aimed at Helping Underserved Patients Access Affordable...
Jun 16, 2023
New York Times: Hospital Receiving 340B Benefits Cuts Off Patients, Sick Children with Medical Debt
A shocking New York Times report reveals hospitals refusing care for poor patients or sick children with too many unpaid medical bills....
Jun 12, 2023
Where Do All the 340B Savings Go?
Hospitals take nearly 90% of the $44 billion in discounted drugs through the 340B program According to figures from the Health Resources...
May 8, 2023
ASAP 340B Names Thomas Johnson as Executive Director, Welcomes New Partners to the Alliance
Coalition grows to include 16 organizations supporting common-sense solutions to modernize America’s 340B program Washington, DC – Today,...
Mar 29, 2023
New Alliance of Health Care Leaders Calls on Congress to Save America’s 340B Program
Alliance to Save America’s 340B Program (ASAP 340B) Brings Together Unlikely Allies to Advance Real Solutions in Support of Protecting...
Mar 9, 2023
Many Hospitals Get Big Drug Discounts. That Doesn’t Mean Markdowns for Patients.
Through a government program aimed at helping low-income patients, some hospitals buy medications at reduced prices. They can sell them...
Dec 20, 2022
How a Hospital Chain Used a Poor Neighborhood to Turn Huge Profits
Bon Secours Mercy Health, a major nonprofit health system, used the poverty of Richmond Community Hospital’s patients to tap into a...
Sep 24, 2022
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