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ProvideGx ®
For over 30 years, Premier has continuously provided innovative solutions for healthcare challenges. Tackling generic drug supply shortages is no different.
Access. Savings. Peace of Mind.
Guided by Premier® member health systems, including our National Pharmacy Committee, ProvideGx® is bringing an increased supply of generic drugs back to market to fill hospitals’ critical needs. Through our national drug initiatives, we have helped supply members with almost 150 shortage drugs. In 2019 alone, Premier added 18 products to our portfolio.
Access
Premier has 25 manufacturer partnerships in place to supply shortage drugs.
Innovation
Premier's proprietary data and technology provide visibility into the drugs experiencing price volatility today and allow us to predict those that are likely to experience it tomorrow.
Reliability
With $676 million aggregate generic drug spend in Premier's portfolio, we help to provide reliable access to shortage drugs.
Did you know?
Premier ships 11.4 million units of shortage drugs to facilities across the nation each year.
Delivering Critical Drugs That Impact Lives
Ensuring Survival After Heart Surgery
When Richard Wilson needed metoprolol after his CABG procedure, Atrium had it on hand because of the teamwork of ProvideGx and Baxter. Solving drug shortages is more than business, it’s life. Just ask Richard.
Proven Solutions for Addressing Drug Shortages
Despite the current drug shortages, ProvideGx has found a way to deliver the critical drugs pharmacists and clinicians need to serve their patients.
Helping to Create Policy Change
Premier's Advocacy arm in Washington, D.C., serves as your boots on the ground, working with lawmakers to create policy changes that ensure drugs are accessible to those who need it.
Newsroom
July 28, 2021
Statement on Proposed Rule to Secure America’s Critical Supply Chains
Premier applauds President Biden’s commitment to strengthen America’s manufacturing capabilities.
June 08, 2021
Statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Supply Chain Disruptions Task Force Recommendations
Premier commends federal task force proposals to address vulnerabilities in the pharmaceutical supply chain.
March 29, 2021
How Premier is Ensuring Access to Shortage Drugs During COVID-19
Premier’s drug shortage programs are proving their ability to more effectively deliver product to members and patients in and out of a pandemic.
January 21, 2021
ProvideGx® Partners with Pfizer Inc. to Secure the Supply of Five Essential Medications
Premier has partnered with Pfizer to supply five essential medications, including some that have been critical during the COVID-19 pandemic.
January 19, 2021
Premier Data: Supplies for COVID-19 Testing, Diagnostics and Treatment at Risk of Shortage
Premier data points to new shortages for supplies that play a vital role in COVID-19 testing, diagnostics and treatment.
November 19, 2020
Mechanical Ventilation Adds 5X the Cost to COVID-19 Care
According our new analysis, the cost to treat a COVID-19 patient who is mechanically ventilated is more than 5X higher than a COVID-19 patient who...
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