340B Grantees Spring Conference

340B University In-Person and 340B Prime Vendor Program Speakers

May 19–21, 2024

Join our executive leaders and subject matter experts from the 340B Prime Vendor Program, managed by Apexus, at these educational and operational sessions:

340B University

Sunday, May 19

8:00 a.m.–4:45 p.m.

340B University is an educational program designed to meet the practical needs of 340B Program participants and other program stakeholders. Participants learn from 340B subject matter experts, experienced faculty and networking with peers. Continuing education credit is available for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. There is no fee to attend this training. Breakfast and box lunch are provided.

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Plenary Welcome, Level-Setting, and Conference Overview

Monday, May 20

8:45–9:15 a.m.

Join us for our official welcome, level-setting the environment of CEs and the 340B Drug Pricing Program, as well as hear from our Presenting Sponsors.

Speaker

Michelle Fox, MBA, CGMS, 340B ACE
340B Policy and Compliance Director
Apexus


CHC Potpourri

Monday, May 20

11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

This session will dive into 340B issues unique to CHCs, including OPAIS registration, BPHC operational site visits, and the sliding fee discount program. Speakers will also provide analysis on the Inflation Reduction Act, its anticipated impact on the Medicaid and Medicare programs, and how that intersects with 340B.

Speaker

Jangus Whitner, PharmD, MHA, BCACP, 340B ACE
340B Policy and Compliance Director
Apexus


Breakout: Stewardship of Savings

Monday, May 20

3:00–4:15 p.m.

General overview and importance of 340B as a financial driver to support program development at your organization. Topics will include experiences investing savings across in-house development of dispensing pharmacies, clinical programs, and services. Program creation and overview from an administrative, senior leadership perspective, showing the relationship of 340B to program development and investment.

Speaker

Michelle Fox, MBA, CGMS, 340B ACE
340B Policy and Compliance Director
Apexus


Breakout: Patient Definition and Understanding the Continuum of Care

Tuesday, May 21

11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

This session will demonstrate how using data derived from the 340B Program can improve the continuum of care and close gaps in care that result in improved health plan metrics and patient outcomes.

Speaker

Shelly Dusing Wiest, PharmD, BCPS, FASHP, 340B ACE
Senior Vice President, 340B Policy and Compliance
Apexus


Breakout: Optimizing Compliance and Transparency of Clinic-Administered Drugs

Tuesday, May 21

3:00–4:15 p.m.

This session will review the pivotal role the Prime Vendor Program plays in the utilization of clinic-administered drugs. Clinic-administered drugs are audited by HRSA to ensure transparent and ethical practices, but the process is slightly different from contract pharmacy audits. Attendees of this presentation will gain valuable insights into HRSA’s audit procedures for clinic-administered drugs. Join us to gain the expertise to apply tools and resources from the Prime Vendor Program to navigate HRSA audits, ensuring transparent and compliant utilization of clinic-administered drugs.

Speaker

Michelle Fox, MBA, CGMS, 340B ACE
340B Policy and Compliance Director
Apexus


Breakout: Integrating 340B into Your Organizational Strategic Plan

Tuesday, May 21

3:00–4:15 p.m.

This discussion-based session, designed for C-suite and board members, focuses on strategically integrating the 340B Drug Pricing Program. Learn to incorporate 340B into your organization's strategic vision and draft an actionable strategic statement. Engage in discussions emphasizing grantee leadership's role in ensuring compliance and maximizing 340B benefits, culminating in a reflective segment highlighting two key leadership responsibilities.

Speaker

Chris Hatwig, MS, RPh, FASHP
President
Apexus

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Say hello to some of your favorite 340B University faculty; ask us your 340B compliance questions; take charge of your 340B learning with our education roadmap; discover customized online learning; and check out our 340B University education library.

340B Education for 340B Grantee Stakeholders

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Quickly select your next educational experience by keyword or subject, stakeholder group, and level of 340B knowledge from basic to more advanced topics. Easily choose among in-person events, online courses, and virtual events.

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Buyer Resources >

Access Buyer Basics courses to understand how the 340B Program affects drug purchasing. Use the buyer role education roadmap to see all the PVP tools available for buyers.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) provided by HRSA to address common 340B Program compliance questions.

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How Can We Help?

All 340B stakeholders have equal access to technical assistance by contacting the Apexus Answers call center. We provide HRSA-aligned answers ranging from basic to complex, via phone 888.340.BPVP (2787), live chat, and email. We are here to help you navigate the 340B Program. Apexus Answers, celebrating ten years of service and support.