The Gist Healthcare Podcast

Lawmakers are calling for the Trump Administration to spend all of the coronavirus funding that was dedicated to testing and contact tracing. Local public health officials trying to contain the virus are facing threats. And COVID-19 cases are increasing at record rates across the globe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gist Healthcare's Senior Vice President, Development Jennifer Stewart discusses challenges COVID-19 has brought to the healthcare workforce. She tells us the pandemic has uncovered ways the workforce has grown brittle and created revenue losses that will force health system leaders to reconsider labor costs, workforce flexibility, and automation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Supreme Court ruling on DACA means thousands of medical workers can stay in the country. Congress weighs how to regulate telehealth post-pandemic. And patients who recovered from COVID-19 may not have antibodies for more than a couple of months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two healthcare mergers are the signs of more to come, after months of pandemic-induced financial stress. Colorado was able to open up without large COVID-19 case spikes. And with rising unemployment, millions of Americans are at risk of losing insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British researchers found a widely available steroid helped the sickest COVID-19 patients. Tenet Healthcare says patients are coming back. And lawmakers are investigating why so many people are dying in nursing homes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Medically Home co-founder and CEO Raphael Rakowski and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pippa Shulman discuss caring for COVID-19 patients through the hospital-at-home model and what the hospital of the future will look like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Medically Home co-founder and CEO Raphael Rakowski and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pippa Shulman discuss hospital-at-home care, which has become increasingly popular during the coronavirus pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

COVID hospitalizations and cases surge across the country as states reopen. Safety net providers are finally getting some federal aid. And South Korea, which has been a global model for its coronavirus response, is seeing an uptick in cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

COVID tests are going to cost insurers billions. "The genie is out of the bottle on telehealth", said a top Trump administration health official. And face masks may be one of the best tools we have to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gist Healthcare's Director of Member Insight Michael Cuello talks about "triple-threat" counties, places with multiple types of "superspreader" facilities like nursing homes, correctional facilities, and meatpacking plants. Check out Gist's graphic about COVID-19 Outbreak Risk in Counties with "Superspreader Facilities" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Infectious disease experts worry that protests and reopening economies could lead to another surge in COVID cases. Hospitals that got federal stimulus dollars furloughed or laid off staff. And some patients are testing positive for COVID even after they recovered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

General Partner at venture capital platform LRV Health Keith Figlioli says he's watching to see which regulations are reinstated, such as restrictions on telehealth, which could have a big impact on virtual care innovations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. David Asch, a behavioral economist and the executive director of the Penn Medicine Center for Health Care Innovation says as people come out of lockdown they have different needs and safety concerns, and businesses are going to have to adapt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The CDC was caught flat-footed by the coronavirus pandemic. Scientists raise concerns about data behind two studies about COVID treatments. And private equity-backed healthcare companies got more than a billion dollars in CARES Act funding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

COVID has claimed the lives of almost 26,000 nursing home residents, and staff. California’s Attorney General wants more regulatory authority over healthcare mergers. And Steward Health Care physicians buy back a controlling share of their company. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Large protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis are raising concerns about a spike in coronavirus cases. Oklahoma said it can no longer afford to expand Medicaid. And hospitals and physician practices are having trouble navigating CARES Act funding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As states lift restrictions and businesses start to reopen, many are turning to local health systems for guidance. Teke Drummond, the executive director of corporate partnerships for Penn Medicine HealthWorks at Lancaster General Hospital, said the system is helping businesses do temperature checks and take other preventive measures to stem COVID-19 outbreaks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the most accurate way to count COVID deaths? Belgium counts suspected cases. A third of American adults are reporting signs of depression or anxiety. And in Japan, strict social distancing has helped keep the outbreak under control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

South Korea reports a spike in COVID-19 cases. Seniors will be able to buy prescription drug plans that cap out-of-pocket insulin costs. And despite the COVID vaccine race, almost half of American’s said they wouldn’t get the shot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Founder and CEO of Remedy Dr. Jeremy Gabrysch said the immediate care and telemedicine startup was well-positioned to deliver care in the wake of COVID-19, providing care digitally or in patients’ homes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Premier announced plans to invest in American manufacturing of protective gear. Insurers are starting to give profits back to customers. And dentists hard hit by halts on elective care, are trying to bring patients back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patients are returning to doctor's offices. Now that the flood of COVID patients has subsided in New York City, hospitals are planning to treat other patients. And some states are arranging COVID statistics in ways that don’t accurately show the current level of infection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The government urged extreme caution when reopening nursing homes. A Virginia drug company got a large contract to bring more manufacturing onshore. And the CDC is working on a national antibody study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump says he’s taking hydroxychloroquine despite warnings from the FDA. AdventHealth says the 35,000 COVID-19 tests it ordered are unreliable. Moderna reveals positive results from its phase 1 vaccine trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayo Clinic's Director of Business Integrity and Continuity Dr. Erich Heneke is responsible for planning for catastrophes like COVID-19, and managing the system’s supply chain. Heneke is working to secure precious COVID-19 equipment, while also procuring more traditional supplies as Mayo resumes elective care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite having the all-clear from Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, to reopen some businesses are staying closed. Business owners told Gist they didn't feel it was safe to start interacting with customers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many who lost jobs and health benefits will qualify for subsidies to buy a new health plan. Abbott Laboratories’ rapid COVID-19 diagnostic test could be missing as many as half of positive cases. And the latest stimulus package has another $100 billion in relief for providers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Fauci warns reopening the economy too early could have serious consequences. A new price transparency requirement is drawing ire from hospitals. And some hospitals want to be protected legally so patients can’t sue if they get coronavirus while in for a procedure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Atul Gawande is reportedly leaving his position as CEO of Haven. Studies are revealing how COVID-19 is affecting children. And the White House says it’s giving states funding to help ramp up testing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Founder of social determinants of health-focused investment firm Nightingale Partners and longtime managed care consultant John Gorman expects the pandemic to lead Medicare Advantage plans to offer more supplemental benefits to seniors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump is still asking the Supreme Court to invalidate the Affordable Care Act. Many states are lifting lockdowns despite not meeting the federal criteria. And new research shows almost everyone who gets infected with COVID-19 develops antibodies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pandemic is estimated to cost hospitals more than $200 billion. In a whistleblower complaint, a top federal scientist says he was dismissed for refusing to promote an unproven drug as a COVID-19 treatment. And with millions expected to sign up for Medicaid, states are making cuts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The White House is considering disbanding the coronavirus task force even as cases and deaths are expected to rise. The administration steps up its oversight of antibody tests. And health systems are telling patients it’s safe to come back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As states ease lockdowns, updated models predict many more Americans will die from COVID-19. Hospitals and doctors are asking Congress to turn Medicare advanced payments into forgivable grants. And states join together to buy medical supplies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Cigna executive-turned-industry-observer Wendell Potter talks about how the pandemic will alter the insurance market. Potter expects rising 2021 premiums will drive more employers away from offering health benefits. He is also watching to see if insurers acquire physicians hard-hit by drops in patient volume. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

South Korea reached a big milestone - no new locally spread COVID-19 cases. Providers are adopting telehealth fast, but payment is still a problem. And insurers are painting a rosy picture for investors, yet asking for federal aid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Early study results show remdesivir helped COVID-19 patients recover faster. The economy shrank by 4.8 percent in the first quarter of 2020. And young healthcare workers on the front lines are struggling to treat COVID-19 patients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oncologists are concerned delayed cancer care will lead to more advanced disease. Quest Diagnostics has a new direct-to-consumer antibody test. Both wealthy and struggling hospitals compete for the same federal funds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans are delaying emergent medical care. Public health experts say COVID-19 testing needs to be one part of a strategy to reopen the country. And the Supreme Court ruled the government owes insurers $12 billion it had promised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. David Carsten talks about how COVID-19 is impacting dentistry and upending the live-patient licensure requirement, which is now being transitioned to an exam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The head of the nation's vaccine development agency says he was removed for pushing back on a treatment the president supported. Doctors are concerned about the connection between COVID-19 and blood clots. And governors develop a detailed roadmap for reopening states. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As hospitals gear up to bring elective procedures back the question is whether patients be ready. The coronavirus may have a resurgence in the fall, just as flu season starts. And hospitals in COVID hotspots will get federal aid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nurses are protesting unsafe working conditions. Envision Healthcare is reportedly considering filing for bankruptcy. And HCA Healthcare reports big drops in inpatient and outpatient surgeries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hospitals get the green light to start bringing back elective surgeries with a few conditions. Supplies, accuracy, and availability are still hampering widespread testing efforts. And congress nears a fourth coronavirus aid deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Charles Dennis, Chief Medical Officer at the Carle Foundation discusses how engineers and medical professionals at the Urbana, IL-based health system are working together to develop medical equipment for COVID-19 patients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump says as early as today states that meet requirements can start to reopen. There are now reports that COVID-19 affecting patients' kidneys. And the healthcare sector lost more than 40,000 jobs in March. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump cuts funding to the World Health Organization. Harvard researchers say some form of social distancing could continue for two more years. And insurer UnitedHealth Group beat earnings estimates in the first quarter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hospitals say federal emergency aid isn’t being distributed based on need. Healthcare workers treating coronavirus in India are getting attacked. And a Blue Shield of California company acquires a large physician group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two drugs the President has cited as promising treatments for coronavirus are showing disappointing and even some dangerous results. To reopen the country experts say we need a team of public health workers. And insurers have to cover antibody tests with no cost to patients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Politico's Dan Diamond discusses his recent reporting about how infighting and chaos within the Trump administration are impacting the coronavirus response. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.