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Baylor Scott & White College Station gets county acknowledgment to pursue 340B drug‑discount participation
Summary
The commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding acknowledging Baylor Scott & White College Station's eligibility for the 340B drug‑discount program; hospital representatives said the program will not increase costs for patients and will help care for low‑income patients.
The Brazos County Commissioners Court on Sept. 16 approved a memorandum of understanding with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center — College Station to enable the hospital to pursue participation in the federal 340B drug‑discount program. Jason Jennings, regional president for Baylor Scott & White in College Station, told the court the 340B program “helps hospitals care for low income patients by saving money on prescription drugs” and said the hospital qualifies because it is designated a rural referral center with a disproportionate share…
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