In this week’s episode of “Podnosis,” we’re diving into the issue of generic drug shortages.   Fierce Healthcare’s Dave Muoio sat down with Allan Coukell, policy head at the hospital-backed nonprofit drug supplier Civica Rx. Coukell sheds light on how these shortages are impacting healthcare providers' care and purchasing practices. He also provides insight into recent administration strategies aimed at bolstering drug supply chain resilience and offers immediate advice to organizations navigating these challenging shortages.  To learn more about the topics in this episode:  HHS: Medicare incentives, penalties for hospitals could help stem drug shortages Number of ongoing US drug shortages reaches new high, pharmacist group says New bill aims to establish provider incentive program to combat drug shortages HHS, FTC want to know if GPOs, drug wholesalers are fueling generic drug shortages National medication, medical equipment shortages harming patients, ECRI survey finds See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode of "Podnosis," you'll hear from Paige Minemyer and Dave Muoio, two journalists from the Fierce Healthcare team. Together, they'll dive into first-quarter earnings updates from some of the largest health plans and health systems, sharing their key insights and the trends they've identified.  To learn more about the topics in this episode:  UnitedHealth Group posts $1.4B loss in Q1 amid Change cyberattack fallout Community Health Systems logs expected Q1 net loss but beats on revenues Humana pulls back 2025 guidance following MA rate cut Tenet Healthcare's Q1 volumes, ASC additions, divestment proceeds are music to investors' ears UnitedHealth says seasonal pressures on MA utilization eased in Q1 Cigna writes off $1.8B of its investment in Walgreens' VillageMD HCA Healthcare sails past Q1 estimates on strong volumes, but leaves full-year guidance untouched CVS' stock tumbles as Medicare Advantage pressures drag Q1 results Here's how major payers fared in a Q1 dragged by a cyberattack, MA challenges Centene offers look at its Medicaid strategy in 2024  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 18 million veterans live in the U.S., making up about 7% of the adult population. Many of them encounter unique health challenges daily, often stemming directly from their military service. Despite theoretically having access to care and services through the Department of Veterans Affairs, the reality falls far short of perfect. Crippling wait times, confusing benefits, and a lack of interoperability are just a few of the longstanding issues plaguing the veteran healthcare system. In this week’s episode of “Podnosis,” Fierce Healthcare Senior Writer Anastassia Gliadkovskaya sits down with two experts experienced in navigating these challenges to discuss how stakeholders can overcome these barriers. In the first segment, she chats with Jenn Kerfoot, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer at DUOS. Next, Anastassia interviews Stephanie Muckey, Population Health Strategy Lead for the Veteran Population at Humana. To learn more about the topics in this episode:  Lawmakers grill VA, Oracle leaders over pharmacy-related patient safety issues Kaiser Permanente, UPMC among 13 major health systems to sign interoperability pact with VA  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know about SciTech City, a developing mini city in Jersey City? It's quickly becoming a hub for investment, although it might not be widely known yet. SciTech City, anchored by the Liberty Science Center, is set to expand with plans for a new public STEM high school, tech-oriented housing and a health innovation hub focused on wellness. Key partners like Bristol Myers Squibb, Sheba Medical Center from Israel, and now RWJBarnabas Health have joined the project. RWJBarnabas Health will collaborate on designing the health innovation hub, showcasing cutting-edge technologies for SciTech City and beyond. Anastassia Gliadkovskaya recently spoke with Eyal Zimlichman, M.D., the head of Sheba's innovation program and founder and director of ARC Innovation, to dive into the details of this unique initiative. To learn more about the topics in this episode:  New Aegis Ventures consortium joins 9 health systems to co-develop digital solutions New Mayo Clinic program to qualify, integrate digital health offerings into clinical care See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An estimated 17 million adults in the U.S. had long COVID as of March of this year. Despite the prevalence of this condition, there is still much that is unknown about its causes, symptoms and potential treatments. However, to help those suffering from long COVID, specialized clinics are emerging throughout the country.    In Detroit, Moderna, People.Health and community organizations have opened a mobile clinic to provide free lung CT screenings. The clinic aims to evaluate patients for possible lung damage caused by various risk factors and gather anonymous data, with patients' consent, for an ongoing study on long COVID.   In this week's episode of "Podnosis," Anastassia Gliadkovskaya interviews two executives involved in the project: James Mansi, Vice President of Medical Affairs, North America, at Moderna, and Sandra Carey, President of People.Health. They discuss how the clinic collaborates with community-based organizations and other healthcare providers to carry out its work. They also explore the crucial role of mobile clinics in building trust, creating awareness and detecting diseases early. To learn more about the topics in this episode:  Moderna embarks on new vax push in long COVID prevention campaign Long COVID described as a 'syndrome of syndromes' in NIH funded research New AI-driven long COVID app coming soon to individual, enterprise customers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the dissolution of its joint venture with Amazon and Berkshire Hathaway called Haven, JPMorgan Chase formed a new division, Morgan Health, to continue pushing for reform in the industry. Morgan Health has invested in multiple businesses over the past three years that can potentially improve employer-sponsored healthcare.   This week on “Podnosis,” Paige Minemyer from Fierce Healthcare interviews Morgan Health Partner Dan Hartman about the company's investment strategy and how to make a memorable pitch.  To learn more about the topics in this episode:  JPMorgan launching business arm to address cost, quality of employer healthcare Virgin Pulse, HealthComp to merge in $3B deal aimed at improving employer health Morgan Health, Kaiser Permanente partner on health equity Morgan Health unveils policy platform, pushes for value-based care in employer market See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on "Podnosis," we are exploring a topic that hits close to home for many: the struggles faced by LGBTQ+ patients, particularly trans men, when seeking healthcare services.   A patchwork of federal and state laws exists to protect gender-diverse patients, to some extent, from discrimination in the healthcare setting. But even when such protections exist on paper, they are not guaranteed in practice.   To unravel the complex legal landscape that providers and LGBTQ+ patients are attempting to navigate, Anastassia Gliadkovskaya, senior writer at Fierce Healthcare, interviewed Sasha Buchert, a senior attorney at Lambda Legal.  To learn more about the topics in this episode:  Denied care: Trans men struggle for inclusive gynecologic healthcare LGBTQ+ founders reflect on the struggles of fundraising, seeking allies and pleasing investors LGBTQ+ adults more likely to delay, avoid care, Healthgrades survey finds  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social prescribing is an emerging movement in healthcare, where providers may recommend personalized doses of arts and culture as part of a comprehensive care plan. Fierce Healthcare’s Anastassia Gliadkovskaya sat down with two leaders in this space to discuss the power of the arts and their role in the next generation of mental health treatment. To learn more about the topics in this episode:  Breaking down barriers with adaptive recreation Industry Voices—Let's treat loneliness like other public health crises Elevance Health research outlines ways health plans can fight loneliness in MA beneficiaries See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an evolving healthcare landscape, organizational agility and resilience are paramount. In this episode, Mary Jo Williamson, Chief Administrative Officer at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, provides invaluable insights on how healthcare organizations can navigate change while staying true to their mission. During the conversation, Williamson highlights the importance of connecting people to the organization's core values through consistent language and storytelling, celebrating living examples that reinforce the mission. She also advocates for setting expectations for change, employing scenario planning and creating a framework that allows for adjusting strategies and initiatives as new information emerges. Remaining resilient amid a backdrop of constant change, Williamson explains, requires a thorough understanding of team challenges, the provision of ample resources, the creation of a sense of purpose and a fostering of a culture of optimism. Tune into the full discussion to discover more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on “Podnosis,” we explore the pressing questions surrounding AI’s role in healthcare. From clinician trust to algorithm accuracy and patient privacy, there’s significant uncertainty about AI’s potential and impact in the healthcare sector, a topic that garnered considerable attention at this year’s South by Southwest conference.  During the annual event, American Medical Association President Jesse Ehrenfeld, M.D, and Claire Novorol, co-founder and CMO at Ada Health, both participated in a panel discussion on the future of AI in healthcare. Fierce’s Anastassia Gliadkovskaya caught up with them after the panel to gain further insights, and you’ll have the opportunity to hear those conversations in this week’s episode.  To learn more about the topics in this episode:  Google's healthcare AI ambitions: New model for personal health coaching and next steps for gen AI How Epic is building out AI, ambient technology for clinicians As AI adoption in healthcare grows, Senate lawmakers weigh regulation, payment approaches  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.