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  • This guest post was contributed by Dr. Virmarie Diaz-Fernandez, Clinical Advisor of Peregrine Health —a TPCA Partner. ...

  • This guest post was contributed by Wes Ernst, CPA, of Forvis Mazars —a TPCA Partner. Introduction Key ...

  • What is Medica id?   Medicaid is a joint state-federal program to provide health care coverage to ...

  • Community health centers rely on the 340B Drug Pricing Program to provide affordable medications and comprehensive services to ...

  • This week, Community Health Centers in Tennessee and across the nation are celebrating National Health Center Week to raise ...

  • The Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation to expand access to treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in community health centers. ...

  • At the end of last week, Congress passed a spending package which provides health centers with an increase in funding through ...

When Mental Health Becomes a Primary Care Problem, and What to Do About It

posted 20 days ago
This guest post was contributed by Dr. Virmarie Diaz-Fernandez, Clinical Advisor of Peregrine Health —a TPCA Partner. In most communities, especially rural and ...

Key Performance Indicators A Guide to Implementing an Effective Benchmarking Plan

posted 06-05-2025
This guest post was contributed by Wes Ernst, CPA, of Forvis Mazars —a TPCA Partner. Introduction Key performance indicators, informally referred to as ...

Medicaid in Tennessee: What's Happening and Why It Matters to You

posted 05-21-2025
What is Medica id?   Medicaid is a joint state-federal program to provide health care coverage to low-income folks, primarily children, pregnant women ...

Victory for 340B and Tennessee Patients

posted 04-25-2025
We’re thrilled to share exciting news from the State Capitol! On April 16 , our 340B protection bill (SB1414/HB1242) passed the Senate (27-5) and ...

A Conversation with Bonnie McNabb and Cheri Lewis, Dayspring Health, Inc.

posted 03-13-2025
Healthcare organizations nationwide are experiencing workforce shortages which are projected to continue over the coming decade.¹ In the face of this challenge, community health ...

The Rebate Model and How It Impacts The 340B Program

posted 02-26-2025
The 340B drug pricing program allows certain providers known as covered entities, including community health centers, to purchase outpatient medications at a discount. Community ...

Contract Pharmacies are a Lifeline for Patients

posted 02-14-2025
Community health centers rely on the 340B Drug Pricing Program to provide affordable medications and comprehensive services to patients. Although all health centers offer pharmacy ...

A Conversation with Rick Keeton, Board Chairman for Mountain People’s Health Councils, Inc.

posted 02-05-2025
Rick Keeton is a long-time resident of Scott County, Tennessee, a close-knit community with a population of 22,000. Scott County is also home to Mountain People’s Health Councils, ...

What is 340B and How do Health Centers Use the Program?

posted 02-04-2025
The 340B Drug Pricing Program is a federal program established in 1992 under the Public Health Service Act (the name “340B” derives from the section of the Act that established ...

Key Takeaways from Tennessee’s FY25-26 State Budget Hearings: Focus on TennCare and the Department of Health

posted 11-06-2024
Governor Bill Lee has officially kicked off the FY25-26 budget hearings, marking the start of critical discussions around funding priorities. This week, TennCare and the Tennessee ...

Join the #FluFreeTN Challenge: Protect Your Patients and Your Community!

posted 10-17-2024
Flu season is here, and this year, we’re making it easier than ever to promote flu vaccinations to your patients with the #FluFreeTN Challenge ! Together, let’s call on all ...

Senator Blackburn Introduces Community Health Center Workforce Bill

posted 08-05-2024
This week, Community Health Centers in Tennessee and across the nation are celebrating National Health Center Week to raise awareness about the mission and accomplishments of ...

New Federal 340B Legislation Introduced

posted 06-10-2024
Legislation to enact reforms to the 340B program was recently introduced in the House of Representatives. Learn more about Congressional efforts to shore up the program. ...

Summer Advocacy Opportunities for Community Health Centers

posted 05-13-2024
Summer provides a variety of opportunities for health centers stay engaged in advocacy. Read on to learn about upcoming opportunities! Summer provides many different ...

House and Senate sign "Dear Colleague" letters for health center funding

posted 05-06-2024
Congress has begun work on the FY25 appropriations process, including annual health center funding sign on letters. Learn more about this process and how you can advocate for health ...

Health Care Safety Net in FY 24-25

posted 04-22-2024
Community health centers rely on the Health Care Safety Net funding to care for uninsured adults. Learn more about the fund in this year’s budget: Health Care Safety ...

Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Bill To Expand Treatment At Health Centers Passes General Assembly

posted 04-15-2024
The Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation to expand access to treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in community health centers. The Tennessee General Assembly ...

CHC Funding: Congress Passes Mandatory and Discretionary Funding

posted 04-08-2024
After several months of short-term funding extensions, Congress passed both forms of community health center funding, providing health centers with an infusion for the remainder ...

Congress Passes Health Center Funding

posted 03-10-2024
At the end of last week, Congress passed a spending package which provides health centers with an increase in funding through December 2024. Read on to learn more about the bill. ...

CHC Funding: Congressional Leadership Proposal To Fund Health Centers

posted 03-03-2024
Over the weekend, Congressional leadership released text of bills that includes an increase in health center funding through the end of December. Community health centers receive ...

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