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 centers are finding creative solutions to continue providing quality healthcare for Tennesseans. Dayspring Health, Inc...
The 340B drug pricing program allows certain providers known as covered entities, including community health centers, to purchase outpatient medications at a discount. Community health centers utilize the savings generated from the program to provide access to affordable medications and...
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 services, not all operate their own pharmacies. Most health centers rely on contract pharmacies to ensure their...
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 Health Centers for over 50 years. Health Centers across the country serve as the health care home for more than 30...
The Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation to expand access to treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in community health centers. The Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation last week that expands the capacity of community health centers (CHCs) and community mental health...
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. Community health centers receive federal funding through the Community Health Center Fund and through the annual...