This month’s column covers: 1) the significant uptick in drug manufacturer notices of overcharges to 340B providers and the importance of monitoring these developments. (2) The untold story of a little-known individual who played a … [Read more...]
A Welcome Addition to the 340B Debate
May 29, 2019 by
The pharmaceutical industry has successfully harnessed the power of patient groups to help in their advocacy efforts throughout state capitals and in Washington, D.C. According to the most recent data available, drug companies and their trade groups … [Read more...]
Why the President Should Hope He Loses ACA Court Battle
May 2, 2019 by
It has become axiomatic that Republican presidential candidates trounce their Democratic rivals in the South and other rural areas. The last time Democrats truly competed was in 1996, when Bill Clinton won such states as West Virginia, … [Read more...]
The View from Washington, D.C.
April 1, 2019 by
Clearing Off The Desk...... In my latest column, I am going to tackle a few issues that are timely and relevant to 340B stakeholders. Sometimes, I will take a deep dive into a particular subject, but there is so much going on right now with 340B, … [Read more...]
Be Vigilant on State 340B Activity
March 14, 2019 by
For the last two years, the 340B program has come under unprecedented scrutiny from the Trump Administration and Congress. In the prior congressional session, several studies were conducted by federal and congressional watchdogs, five hearings were … [Read more...]
Will prescription drugs get cheaper this year? An expert rates the odds.
January 7, 2019 by
Will prescription drugs get cheaper this year? An expert rates the odds. This article first appeared in USA Today on January 7, 2019 Ted Slafsky, Opinion contributor As a 25-year veteran of the drug-pricing battle on Capitol Hill, I’m … [Read more...]
Wexford Solutions Launch Featured in Modern Healthcare
January 4, 2019 by
Ted Slafsky, who served as President/CEO of 340B Health, has launched Wexford Solutions. Wexford provides services in three key areas: Government relations, business development and communications. Mr. Slafsky has tremendous access to Congress, the … [Read more...]
Welcome to Wexford Solutions
October 20, 2018 by
October 22, 2018 Dear Friends and Colleagues, I am very excited to announce that I have launched a consulting firm—Wexford Solutions. First you might ask, why Wexford? I happen to live on Wexford Drive so the company reminds me of home--a … [Read more...]