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For decades, community oncology has brought critical care to those impacted by cancer. In fact, the majority of Americans with cancer are treated in community oncology practices from rural communities to large cities and everywhere in between.
The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) has submitted comments encouraging long-overdue Congressional reforms of the 340B Drug Pricing Program. In its response to a bipartisan United States Senate working group request for information (RFI) on the 340B program and SUSTAIN 340B Act discussion draft, COA continues its strong advocacy for reform of the program to realign it with its original intent of supporting vulnerable patients, especially those needing assistance in affording critical medications, such as cancer drugs.
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The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) is issuing an urgent call to action in response to the recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare that has had a catastrophic impact on the ability of independent, community oncology practices to treat patients.
The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) has filed a lawsuit on behalf of its members and the patients they serve against the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to overturn a recent change in federal health policy restricting cancer practices from delivering drugs to patients.
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Administrator Resources
Practice administrators, leaders, and executives can navigate operational barriers and work directly with peers from across the country. The COA Administrators Network connects community oncology practice leaders to discuss operations, contracting, organizational challenges, and advocacy updates that help practices succeed. See how COA supports practice leadership.
Pharmacist Resources
COA equips pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with useful networks and resources to maximize their pharmacy’s performance. Through the Community Oncology Pharmacy Association, every member of the pharmacy team can access a peer-to-peer collaborative network, tools to improve operations and track performance, and advocacy opportunities. Learn more about how COA empowers community oncology pharmacy teams.
Oncologist and Hematologist Resources
COA advocates for policies that protect the doctor-patient relationship, helping practices and physicians provide the best cancer care possible. We help providers navigate new payment and delivery models, offer tools to limit pharmacy benefit manager and insurer abuses, and optimize provider performance with benchmarking software. Find out how COA supports oncologists and hematologists.
Advocacy Resources
COA is community oncology’s voice in Washington and beyond. We lift the voices of patients, providers, and practices to federal and state policymakers and regulators via our national network of patients and professionals, the COA Patient Advocacy Network (CPAN). Tap into the power of advocacy through CPAN and access our advocacy resources.
Employer Resources
COA supports independent practices in finding innovative ways to ensure patients have high-quality, lower-cost cancer care. Partner with employers through the National Cancer Treatment Alliance, a clinically integrated network of independent community oncology practices, to provide high quality, affordable, and accessible patient-centered care, increase transparency, and reduce administrative burden. Learn more about how COA can help your practice achieve oncology payment reform.
Fellows Resources
COA supports future oncologists in learning why community oncology is the preferred practice setting. Through the COA Fellows Initiative, we educate new physicians to help fellows understand independent practice through free educational tools, interactive meetings and events, and a career opportunities database. Learn how COA helps fellows find community oncology.
Educational Events
Connect, learn, and advocate at COA events to enhance your advocacy skills and connect with your peers. Our annual Community Oncology Conference, monthly advocacy chats and peer network calls, and our Payer Exchange Summit on Oncology Payment Reform offer a chance to network and learn about the latest policy and practice trends. Sign up for our upcoming events.
