Articles
340B Drug Pricing Program, Access & Health Coverage, Access to Care in Vulnerable Communities, Drug Prices
Drug Industry-Funded Consultant Swings and Misses
Another week, another drug industry-funded consultant attempting to divert attention away from the high and rising costs of prescription drugs by attacking the 340B drug pricing program.
Financial Oversight, Care Delivery, Financial Management, Strategic Planning
Total cost of care: Key considerations
By Paul Keckley, Molly Smith - Group Vice President for Public Policy, American Hospital Association
Hospitals and health systems are continuously striving to reduce costs and improve the efficiency of care. It is useful to consider the impact of measuring the “total cost of care” on hospitals and health systems, as well as contemplate what steps health care leaders need to take.