Are You Ready for 340B Recertification?

340B Insight

It’s that time of year again to make sure your health system or hospital has everything it needs for the 340B recertification period. 340B Health Vice President of Pharmacy Services Steven Miller returns to the podcast to discuss what is new this year for the recertification process, go over the recertification steps, and provide best practices to recertify without any errors.

What’s New for Recertification

Steve shares the dates that recertification will take place this year and two significant changes from recent years that hospitals need to know.

The Recertification Process

Steve explains the step-by-step process hospitals must go through to confirm and validate the accuracy of their information and submit to the Health Resources & Services Administration.

Eligibility Criteria for Recertification

Steve discusses the specific criteria hospitals must meet to qualify for recertification, the importance of the Medicare cost report and the Medicaid Exclusion File for recertification, and when hospitals need to start preparing for recertification.

Best Practices and Resources

Steve shares common errors, recommendations, and best practices for recertification. He also lists resources 340B Health members can use to prepare for recertification and registration, including 340B Health’s upcoming webinar.

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Resources

1. Report: 340B DSH Hospitals Increased Uncompensated Care in 2020 Despite Significant Financial Stress
2. Report: 340B Hospitals Provide Care for High Percentages of Historically Underserved Patients
3. 340B Health Webinars for Members
4. 340B Health 340B Registration and Recertification Resources