RWC-340B – Who We Are and Our Patient-Centric Mission
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Executive Committee Members
President: Shannon Burger – Cempa Community Care, Chattanooga, TN
Vice President: Rob Renzi – Big Bend Cares, Tallahassee, FL
Treasurer: Mark Malahosky – Trillium Health, Rochester, NY
Secretary: Michael Lee – Evergreen Health Services, Buffalo, NY
Officer-at-Large: Max Wilson – CAN Community Health, Sarasota, FL
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Officer-at-Large: John Hassell – AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Los Angeles, CA
Officer-at-Large: Tony Mills – Men’s Health Foundation, West Hollywood, CA
Officer-at-Large: Sean DeYoung – Allies for Health + Wellbeing, Pittsburgh, PA
Officer-at-Large: Megan Lengerman – Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri
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Managing Director:
Trent Smith
trent@uphsfl.org
850.896.3224
Who Are We?
Ryan White Clinics for 340B Access (RWC-340B) is a national organization of HIV/AIDS medical providers receiving support under the Ryan White CARE Act. The CARE Act provides funding for services primarily to poor and/or uninsured people with HIV/AIDS. Ryan White providers are eligible to participate in the federal 340B Drug Discount Program, which enables them to expand and support care. In order to preserve access to this critically important program, members of RWC-340B have pledged to work together to advocate for the interests of fellow 340B Ryan White providers.
What is 340B?
The 340B Drug Pricing Program is a federal program that enables covered entities, such as Ryan White Clinics, to access discounted prices on outpatient drugs. This program has a significant positive impact on the patients served by Ryan White Clinics and their communities.
One of the main benefits of the 340B program for Ryan White Clinics is the ability to stretch limited resources further. By accessing discounted drug prices, Ryan White Clinics can provide more comprehensive services to patients, including those who are uninsured or underinsured. This can include expanded access to life-saving medications, as well as other important health services such as case management, counseling, and testing.
The 340B program also allows Ryan White Clinics to improve patient care by providing access to new and innovative treatments. Many Ryan White Clinics are on the front lines of the fight against HIV/AIDS, and the 340B program helps ensure that these clinics have the resources they need to provide the latest treatments and therapies to their patients. This can help improve outcomes, reduce hospitalizations, and ultimately save lives.
In addition to the benefits for patients, the 340B program also has a positive impact on the communities served by Ryan White Clinics. By providing more comprehensive services, Ryan White Clinics can help reduce healthcare costs for the community as a whole. This can lead to healthier communities and a more robust healthcare system overall.
The 340B program is a vital resource for Ryan White Clinics and the patients they serve. It helps ensure that these clinics have the resources they need to provide the best possible care to those who need it most. We hope this page has provided a better understanding of the positive impact of the 340B program on patients of Ryan White Clinics and their communities.
As a covered entity under the 340B program, you play a vital role in providing comprehensive and cost-effective healthcare services to underserved communities. At RWC340B, we understand the challenges you face and are dedicated to advocating for your interests and supporting your efforts to serve vulnerable patients.
By joining RWC340B, you will have access to a wealth of resources and support designed to help you navigate the complexities of the 340B program and achieve your goals. We provide our members with access to expert analysis and guidance on the latest 340B regulations, as well as tools and resources to help you optimize your 340B program.
Additionally, by joining RWC340B, you will be part of a national community of Ryan White Clinics, who share best practices and insights, and can collaborate to identify and address common issues and challenges. This can help you to improve the quality of care you provide to your patients and communities, and can help you to be more effective in your efforts to secure funding and resources for your clinic.
In summary, RWC340B is an association that advocates for Ryan White Clinics that depend on the 340B Program. By joining, Ryan White Clinics can benefit from access to expert analysis and guidance on the latest 340B regulations, tools and resources to optimize 340B programs and a national community of Ryan White Clinics, who share best practices and insights, and collaborate to identify and address common issues and challenges.
We hope that you will consider joining RWC340B and becoming an active member of our community. If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to reach out to us.
The Federal 340B Drug Pricing Program is a federal program established in 1992 that requires drug manufacturers to provide outpatient drugs to eligible health care organizations and covered entities at significantly discounted rates.
RWC-340B is committed to protecting and preserving the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
The members of RWC-340B believe in the power of the many.
Working together we can have a more substantial and lasting impact than we could apart.
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