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title: What is 340B referral leakage—and why fewer than 1 in 10 covered entities are catching it
description: 340B referral leakage is eligible specialty volume slipping out of your program. See why fewer than 1 in 10 entities catch it—and how to close the gap.
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# [What is 340B referral leakage—and why fewer than 1 in 10 covered entities are catching it](https://www.nuvemrx.com/blog/what-is-340b-referral-leakage-and-why-it-matters)

 Written by [Nuvem](https://www.nuvemrx.com/blog/author/nuvem) | Jun 25, 2026 3:52:36 PM

 

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