The Gist Healthcare Podcast

A judge halts a federal plan for layoffs within the Health and Human Services, shaking up the healthcare sector. Hinge Health celebrates a successful IPO, highlighting the future of digital health innovation. Meanwhile, a new study reveals a dramatic rise in Americans using GLP-1 drugs to tackle weight issues, affecting traditional bariatric surgery trends. Plus, Rite Aid's bankruptcy sale moves forward, with CVS and Walgreens stepping in to take over hundreds of locations. Exciting developments are reshaping the healthcare landscape!

Investment banks are downgrading UnitedHealth Group due to a mix of challenges, including leadership changes and a criminal inquiry. The FDA has tightened COVID-19 vaccine access for at-risk groups as demand wanes. There's also new legislation affecting weight loss drugs, as Cigna's Evernorth sets cost caps to help members. Finally, a federal court has halted proposed funding cuts, impacting healthcare delivery across the board.

Significant cuts to Medicaid are being proposed by the House Budget Committee, alarming many in the healthcare sector. Pennsylvania's governor is advocating for stricter oversight of private equity deals after a hospital closure raised concerns. Meanwhile, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals makes headlines with its acquisition of 23andMe’s assets for $256 million. The discussion also touches on the broader implications of corporate actions and new legislative measures impacting local healthcare services.

The United States Supreme Court rules against hospitals in an ongoing case about disproportionate share hospital payments. Aetna announces it will leave the healthcare exchanges. And, Novo Nordisk is partnering with telehealth companies to expand access to its GLP-1 drugs. 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.

The Department of Health and Human Services is facing another legal challenge over its decision to cut funding for public health initiatives. More nurses say they plan to leave the field due to stress and burnout. And, a new study finds that Medicare Part D coverage of popular weight loss drugs could raise costs by billions of dollars. 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.

The Senate HELP committee report calls for reforms within the 340B drug discount program. Blue Shield of California leaked health data of nearly 5-million members to Google. And, measles misinformation is on the rise nationwide, according to a new poll. That's coming up on today’s episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The newly established, so-called Department of Government Efficiency is reportedly freezing healthcare grants. Eli Lilly sues telehealth companies over compounded versions of its popular weight loss drug. And, Walgreens settles a case from the federal government in the ongoing opioid crisis. Those stories and more coming up on today’s episode of Gist Healthcare Daily.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Supreme Court hears arguments in a case challenging a core part of the Affordable Care Act. Arkansas implements a first-in-the-nation law banning pharmacy benefit managers from owning pharmacies. And, Eli Lilly announces a new oral GLP-1 drug that was successful in lowering blood sugar and weight loss. Those stories and more coming up on today’s episode of Gist Healthcare Daily.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A leaked document shows the extent of proposed cuts coming to the Department of Health and Human Services. UnitedHealth Group had its worst day on the market in decade after it announced disappointing first quarter results. And, Cone Health has purchased Novant Health's ownership interest in their joint Medicare Advantage business. We get 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.

Medicare proposes a 2.4% pay increase for inpatient hospitals next year. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will end some federal Medicaid spending for state programs. And, the ongoing merger between UnitedHealth Group and home health company Amedisys heads to mediation with the Department of Justice. 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.