Episode #17
Episode 17: Unlocking 340B Savings: A Conversation with Melissa Opraseuth, NuvemRx Chief Clinical Officer
In this episode of our business podcast 340B Leaders Upfront, host Anna Mangum sits down with Melissa Opraseuth, Chief Clinical Officer at NuvemRx. Founded in 2013 as 340B Basics and rebranded as NuvemRx in 2023 to reflect a broader mission, the firm offers solutions in pharmacy management, 340B technology and compliance customized for community health centers. Key Topics Covered: Journey to 340B Melissa shares formative experiences that inspired her to pursue a career in pharmacy,, including how healthcare technology innovations and other supports were critically important for a disabled family member. She outlines her experience in direct patient care, medical affairs at two drug companies, entrepreneurship, and executive leadership. Referral Capture from Specialist Visits Melissa provides background on the company that she worked for before it was acquired by NuvemRx earlier this year that specializes in referral capture. She highlights how this service is unlocking 340B savings that community health center clients are investing in a variety of programs to serve vulnerable patients, such as addressing pediatric dental "deserts" and helping with transportation needs. Responding to Claims Data Requirements Melissa provides an overview of how clients are leveraging NuvemRx' platform to respond to drug manufacturers' increasing claims data requirements. She describes the advantage of deploying NuvemRx' synergistic platform, which supports the full dispensing footprint, including in-house, contract and specialty pharmacy, versus managing disparate platforms. Career Directions in 340B Services Melissa describes current and emerging career opportunities in the 340B services space, including in technology. She emphasizes the importance of consistently honing a strong understanding of covered entity operations, and of seeking input and guidance from 340B peers. Follow our Podcasts Stay tuned for more episodes of 340B Leaders Upfront, which are posted monthly! Subscribe to 340B Leaders Upfront on your favorite podcast platform or YouTube. Bonus: Listen to Inside 340B Report, our twice-monthly podcast, to get a behind-the-scenes window into the latest 340B news and developments from the journalists at 340B Report. Special Offer for New 340B Report Subscribers First-time subscribers to 340B Report can use code PODCAST25 for 25% off when subscribing. Or contact us for a free 15-day trial to see why 340B Report is the indispensable source for 340B news and intelligence.
