Powers Principals William von Oehsen, Barbara Straub Williams, and Jason Reddish will be presenting at the 2026 340B Coalition Summer Conference in National Harbor, Maryland. Learn more about their sessions below.
July 13, 2026
10:30AM-11:30AM | Pre-Conference Workshop Audits Part 2: Self-Auditing Strategies That Strengthen 340B Compliance with William von Oehsen
Description: Effective self-auditing is a cornerstone of strong 340B program compliance and operational excellence. This session will explore best practices for conducting internal audits, emphasizing how proactive self-assessment can uncover risks, validate program integrity, and prepare covered entities for external reviews. Attendees will learn how to structure a self-audit process, including selecting appropriate audit scopes (e.g., patient eligibility, duplicate discounts, contract pharmacy oversight), setting timelines, and documenting findings.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the basics of 340B compliance and strategies that can be implemented at a basic, intermediate or advanced level
- Discuss key concepts in developing a scalable self-auditing program
July 15, 2026
8:45AM – 10:00AM | Hospital Roundtable: Medicaid Reductions and Other DSH Percentage Challenges with Barbara Straub William
Description: To qualify for the 340B Program, all hospitals except for critical access hospitals must maintain a minimum Medicare disproportionate share hospital (DSH) percentage by treating a sufficient number of Medicaid inpatients. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that ten million individuals will lose Medicaid coverage by 2034. This session will feature experts on Medicare DSH requirements, along with hospitals that have implemented strategies to reach Medicaid patients, enroll eligible individuals, and other efforts to address this issue.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the role that Medicaid plays in calculating the Medicare DSH adjustment percentage
- Describe the impact of the reduction in Medicaid hospital inpatient days on the Medicare DSH adjustment percentage
- Discuss strategies for ensuring continued care to Medicaid patients in inpatient settings and proper calculation of Medicaid days for DSH percentage purposes
8:45AM – 10:00AM | Ask the Lawyers: 340B Grantee Compliance with Jason Reddish
Description: Join leading 340B legal experts for a discussion on the most pressing issues impacting 340B providers. This session will cover timely topics such as compliance best practices and evolving regulatory considerations, with a special focus on challenges unique to grantee providers. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and explore practical solutions in a collaborative setting.