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The Heart of Healthcare | A Digital Health Podcast

📣 Digital Health Download: January 2025

Jan 13, 2025
Thousands of healthcare leaders gather in San Francisco, sparking discussions on digital health trends. The podcast tackles the political heat on pharmacy benefit managers from figures like Trump and Warren. There's a deep dive into surprising patient satisfaction levels contrasted with systemic complaints. We learn about UPS's innovative healthcare logistics shift and the controversial $50 fee for patient messaging. Plus, the acquisition of Accolade by Transcarent hints at a wave of M&A in the health sector, reshaping the landscape.
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Quick takeaways

  • Bipartisan scrutiny of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) reveals a potential shift in healthcare legislation that could disrupt traditional practices and challenge health insurers.
  • UPS's significant investment in healthcare logistics demonstrates a strategic pivot to increase profitability and enhance efficiency in medical test processing and delivery.

Deep dives

Increased Scrutiny on Pharmacy Benefit Managers

Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) are facing significant scrutiny from both political and public perspectives, with a bipartisan bill introduced to potentially divest PBMs from health insurers that own pharmacies. Former President Trump criticized PBMs, labeling them as 'horrible middlemen' responsible for high drug costs, leading to stock declines for major health insurers. Notably, a recent investigation revealed PBMs had ties to opioid manufacturers, which raises ethical concerns about their practices. As 2025 unfolds, there is growing momentum for legislative changes that could redefine the role of PBMs, presenting both challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs in healthcare.

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