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The 340B Rebate Model Pilot marks a significant evolution in how covered entities manage drug purchasing and compliance. Beginning January 1, 2026, nine high-impact medications will transition to a rebate-based model, with Entresto joining in April. This shift moves organizations away from upfront discounts toward a post-purchase rebate process, introducing new challenges in cash flow, operational workflows, and compliance oversight. While the start date is critical, success

Hospitals and health systems are facing escalating pharmacy-related challenges that span access, affordability, workforce sustainability, and supply chain resilience. These issues, highlighted in the American Hospital Association’s 2026 Environmental Scan, underscore the urgent need for strategic planning. The report, released December 3, serves as a roadmap for healthcare leaders, outlining trends in finance, AI adoption, chronic disease management, and more. Among its findi

Pharmacy budgeting isn’t glamorous, but it is one of the most powerful ways we can advocate for our teams, protect patient care, and keep our departments moving forward. Whether you’re new to budgeting or just need a refresher, getting comfortable with the numbers can help you make smarter decisions and speak the language of hospital leadership with confidence. Here are the core concepts every pharmacy professional should understand, broken down simply, without the accounting

New data from the 2026 ASHP Strategic Planning Report reveals a sobering reality: the vast majority of pharmacy leaders feel completely unprepared for the seismic changes coming by 2029   Here are some of the most eye-opening findings: Only 6–9% of leaders feel “very prepared” for the massive shift of high-cost infusions and acute-care services from hospitals to outpatient clinics, ambulatory centers, and patients’ homes. Only 7% feel ready to build the large, centralized rem

In every health system, there comes a point where the complexity of medication management, regulatory expectations, and operational demands outpaces the capacity of existing teams. When that happens, organizations often turn to outside experts, yet many overlook one of the most valuable, cost-effective, and impact-driven resources available: pharmacists as consultants . As someone who has lived in the world of hospital pharmacy, compliance, education, informatics, and system-