The Heart of Healthcare | A Digital Health Podcast 📣 Digital Health Download: October 2025
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Oct 6, 2025 In the latest discussion, the hosts tackle a variety of hot-button topics. They dive into the implications of TrumpRx on drug pricing and examine the ACA tax credit standoff, potentially doubling premiums for many. UnitedHealthcare's new storefront aims to tackle vendor fatigue, while the booming GLP-1 market raises questions about competition and FDA warnings. The Doximity lawsuit highlights the complexities of AI intellectual property, and the acetaminophen-autism debate throws light on maternal health research gaps.
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Drugstore Cowboy's Reality Check On Trump Rx
- Drugstore Cowboy analysis showed Trump Rx’s listed drugs rarely match common out-of-pocket purchases.
- The program may be political theater rather than a practical cost-reduction for most patients.
Mixed Signals On Drug Pricing Policy
- Trump administration proposals (Tariffs, Trump Rx, DTC ad changes) draw attention to high drug prices but may be performative.
- Policy moves mix consumerization with protectionism, creating unclear through-lines for lowering costs.
ACA Subsidy Risk Is A Near-Term Election Issue
- If ACA tax credits lapse, millions could face premium spikes over 100% next year.
- Political standoffs over subsidies create immediate economic risks that could shape elections and constituent pressure.