Native Hawaiian Health Center (NH)
Definition
Native Hawaiian Health Centers receive funding through the HRSA Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems Program to provide health education, health promotion, disease prevention, and basic primary care services to Native Hawaiians. These centers improve the health status of Native Hawaiians by addressing nutrition, hypertension, diabetes, immunizations, and other health needs.
Native Hawaiian Health Centers are eligible for 340B participation and are identified as NH in OPAIS. They are not subject to the GPO Prohibition or orphan drug exclusion. Like other federally funded health center types, they use 340B savings to extend their capacity to serve their patient populations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Native Hawaiian Health Center (NH) Matters
Native Hawaiian Health Centers serve a historically underserved population with significant health disparities. 340B savings help these centers provide more comprehensive services to their communities.
How Virtue 340B Uses It
Virtue 340B serves all federally funded health center types, including Native Hawaiian Health Centers, and understands their specific compliance requirements.