The Gist Healthcare Podcast

Several states have announced they’ll create their own vaccine distribution guidelines as confusion continues at the federal level. Telehealth company Remedy Meds is set to acquire its rival, Thirty Madison. And a new study shows that the No Surprises Act helped lower out-of-pocket healthcare costs for consumers.Those stories coming up on today’s episode of the Gist Healthcare Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Senator Bill Cassidy urges the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to delay an upcoming advisory panel meeting following leadership changes at the agency. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services reports that accountable care organizations generated more than $2 billion in savings for Medicare last year. And Cigna’s Evernorth announces a major investment in a former Walgreens-owned company. Those stories—and more—on today’s episode of the Gist Healthcare Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The newly confirmed director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is out of her role amid reported disagreements with leaders at Health and Human Services over COVID-19 vaccine guidance. Walgreens has officially transitioned to a privately held company. And, a new survey reveals a growing shortage of qualified physicians available for hire. Those stories on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A federal judge has halted recent changes to the Affordable Care Act exchanges. More Medicare patients are leaving the hospital against medical advice, according to a new report. And satisfaction with Medicare Advantage plans is falling, fueled in part by declining trust. These stories and more are on today’s episode of the Gist Healthcare Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Department of Health and Human Services announces plans to start an advisory committee to help reimagine federal health insurance programs. A federal court ruling strikes down a Medicare Advantage marketing rule introduced during the Biden administration. And, Johnson & Johnson commits to a major investment aimed at strengthening domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing. Those stories—and more—on today’s episode of the Gist Healthcare Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The American Academy of Pediatrics releases a new childhood vaccination schedule and diverges from federal guidelines. Employers prepare for rising healthcare costs in the year ahead. And Elevance Health faces a legal setback in its Medicare Advantage star ratings dispute. Catch these stories on today’s episode of the Gist Healthcare Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Medicare is at risk of automatic cuts totaling hundreds of billions of dollars over the next 10 years. Texas officials have declared the recent measles outbreak officially over. And, AstraZeneca introduces a new at-home nasal flu vaccine, aiming to expand access and improve vaccination rates. Hear more on these stories in the latest episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Department of Health and Human Services revives a disbanded childhood vaccine safety task force. Illinois moves to tighten rules on artificial intelligence in behavioral health. And UnitedHealth Group finalizes its merger with home health provider Amedisys after resolving antitrust concerns. All that and more, coming up on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump orders a stockpile of critical drug ingredients. Highmark Health partners with Abridge to bring AI to real-time prior authorizations. And, AbbVie announces a major investment in U.S. manufacturing. Those stories and more on today’s episode of the Gist Healthcare Podcast.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters following last week’s deadly shooting. Thousands of healthcare providers—including some of the nation’s largest health systems—are opting out of a multibillion-dollar antitrust settlement with Blue Cross Blue Shield carriers. And the national shortage of sterile saline IV fluid has officially ended. Those stories and more, coming up on today’s episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.