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HRSA: 340B Program Notice: Application Process for the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Federal Register

Aug 1, 2025 - Announcement of the application process for the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program and call for comments related to the structure and application process of the program. This program is voluntary and aims to test a rebate model on a select group of drugs for the purpose of understanding the merits and shortcomings of the rebate model. Drug manufacturers interested in participating should email 340BPricing@hrsa.gov by September 15, 2025. The program will start January 1, 2026 and run for 1 year. Comments are due September 2, 2025.

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CMS: Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request Federal Register

Jul 14, 2025 - The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is seeking comments on the following information collections: 1) The PACE Organization (PO) Monitoring and Audit Process; and 2) Creditable Coverage Disclosure to CMS On-Line Form and Instructions. Comments are due by August 13, 2025.

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HRSA Announces Action to Lower Out-of-Pocket Costs for Life-Saving Medications at Health Centers Nationwide

Jun 24, 2025 - Announces new requirements for HRSA-funded health centers to provide insulin and injectable epinephrine to low-income patients at or below the price paid by health centers through the 340B Drug Pricing Program.

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