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A Kansas bill, SB 284, is being considered to support rural hospitals through the 340B drug discount program.

The 340B program requires drug companies to sell medications at a discount to certain hospitals serving low-income patients.

Critics argue the program primarily benefits large, wealthy urban hospitals that have been classified as rural.

A proposed federal initiative aims to invest $50 billion in rural health care to address low patient counts.

The Kansas Legislature is currently considering a bill, SB 284, under seemingly noble pretense. Proponents of SB 284 argue that its 340B provisions are needed to support rural hospitals and their underserved communities.

But the facts are clear that 340B is no lifeline for rural health facilities. In reality, the pri

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