In this week’s episode of “Podnosis,” we’re diving into the issue of generic drug shortages.  

Fierce Healthcare’s Dave Muoio sat down with Allan Coukell, policy head at the hospital-backed nonprofit drug supplier Civica Rx. Coukell sheds light on how these shortages are impacting healthcare providers' care and purchasing practices. He also provides insight into recent administration strategies aimed at bolstering drug supply chain resilience and offers immediate advice to organizations navigating these challenging shortages. 

To learn more about the topics in this episode: 

• HHS: Medicare incentives, penalties for hospitals could help stem drug shortages
• Number of ongoing US drug shortages reaches new high, pharmacist group says
• New bill aims to establish provider incentive program to combat drug shortages
• HHS, FTC want to know if GPOs, drug wholesalers are fueling generic drug shortages
• National medication, medical equipment shortages harming patients, ECRI survey finds