The 340B debate can't ignore supply chain realities
Healthcare distributors deliver roughly 15 million medicines and healthcare products every day to hospitals, physicians’ offices, pharmacies, and other providers across the country. While they play a critical role in keeping the healthcare supply chain moving, they are largely removed from the design and operation of the 340B Drug Pricing Program. As lawmakers debate changes to 340B, it is essential to recognize the distinct role distributors serve — and avoid policies that assign them responsibility for decisions they do not control.