The Gist Healthcare Podcast

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi compromises with progressive democrats on drug pricing legislation ahead of a vote. Civica Rx announces it will have eight generic drugs shipped by the end of the year. For the first time, female medical students are the majority. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Supreme Court will hear a case insurers say is about the integrity of the federal government. Details of the surprise billing compromise lawmakers reached over the weekend are coming out. And House Republicans introduce another drug pricing bill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers reached a deal on surprise billing legislation. This week lawmakers hold a hearing on proposals for universal coverage. And we talk to Dan Weissmann, host of the podcast, An Arm And A Leg, about the cost of healthcare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly one in three high schoolers report having used one form of tobacco. Lawmakers are considering how to regulate all the health data from Fitbits and Apple watches. And one report finds value-based care initiatives haven’t made people that much healthier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hospital groups are taking the Trump administration to court over its price transparency rule. Unable to stop robocalls from inundating their phone lines, hospitals are turning to Congress for help. And Virginia presses pause on Medicaid work requirements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Accountable Care Organizations are saving Medicare money – but reports differ on how much. Healthcare giant UnitedHealthGroup is going to get even bigger. During Medicare open enrollment, few people actually switch plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A private equity-owned physician staffing company says it will stop suing patients over unpaid bills. Amazon releases a medical transcription tool. And a study finds one in five teens and one in four young adults have prediabetes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special episode, all six parts of our North Carolina series. Gist Healthcare spoke with changemakers across the state as public policy change and private sector disruption play out across the state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Now consumers of Giant Eagle grocery stores can ask Alexa to refill their prescriptions. A federal judge blocked President Trump's requirement that immigrants buy health insurance or prove they can pay for their own care. And opioid makers and distributors are now part of a criminal probe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new Texas law to protect patients from surprise medical bills has a loophole. Patients in another state sue over impending Medicaid work requirements. And UnitedHealthcare and Walgreens partner to open Medicare service centers in stores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hundreds of hospitals sue over cuts they say have continued past their expiration date. Another medical school offers free tuition to students if they agree to work in underserved areas. In our final North Carolina story, we hear about an organization that's bringing primary care doctors together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A cut to hospitals was again delayed as part of a larger spending bill. Medicare’s new enrollment tool isn't making out-of-pocket drug costs clear. As part of the North Carolina series, we explore how the largest purchaser of care in the state is trying to get price transparency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Healthcare was only briefly mentioned by Democratic presidential candidates in the debate. The largest physician association took positions on e-cigarettes and conversion therapy. And in the fourth part of our North Carolina series, a primary care doctor says he’s more confident than ever in his decision to stay independent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

North Carolina's move to Medicaid managed care is on hold. Federal lawmakers voted to again delay hospital funding cuts. As part of our North Carolina series, Cone Health CEO Terry Akin talks about how moving to value has changed the way the system approaches patient care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blue Cross plans are creating a nationwide network. A study finds medicines may be just as effective for some patients with stable heart disease as surgery to prevent heart attacks. And as part of our North Carolina series, we hear from Blue Cross Blue Shield about its plans to move to shared risk agreements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President reveals details of his price transparency proposal and the industry is questioning the changes. And in a special week-long series, we explore the changing dynamics of healthcare in North Carolina. Today you’ll hear from the state secretary of health about the move to Medicaid managed care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Google whistleblower says there are many unanswered questions about how the company would handle patient data. The World Health Organization is working on a generic version of insulin to lower the cost. And a new California law restricting dialysis reimbursement rates is leaving patients in a lurch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The federal government is looking into Google’s project with Ascension Health. A teenager suffering from vaping related injuries gets a double lung transplant. And more patients went to the hospital last quarter – is it because they hit deductibles? Or a new trend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Google responds to reports about its access to millions of patient’s medical information. The federal government wants to crack down on a certain type of Medicaid payment. And the site-neutral payment rule is back in court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Google has access to detailed medical information as part of a partnership with a health system. It appears Walgreens is taking another step towards going private. We hear how a hospital system took steps to eliminate waste. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The health industry lost an outstanding and visionary leader this weekend. Public health officials found a “very strong culprit” for what’s causing the mysterious vaping illnesses. And we hear from health system leaders who identified ways to eliminate waste in the US healthcare system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The government is taking a pharmaceutical company to court over patent infringement. Costco is adding prescription delivery as a benefit to certain members. And Medicare’s payment policies drove consolidation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A judge struck down another one of the Trump administration’s health care rules. Millennials are sicker than their Gen X predecessors and will face higher treatment costs. And another medical school offers free tuition to future primary care doctors with a stipulation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seniors on Medicare are still paying a lot out of pocket. Drug store giant Walgreens Boots Alliance is exploring whether to go private. And another state is requiring more pricing transparency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A few more of President Trump’s healthcare policies are on hold. Georgia is the latest state to attempt a limited Medicaid expansion. And a shortage of a commonly used drug is causing treatment delays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A tech giant takes another step into the healthcare space. Haven Healthcare finally makes a public announcement. And a healthcare lobbyist explains how disruptors will likely run into some obstacles – in the form of state regulations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bariatric surgery reduces waistlines but not wallets. The home state of Seema Verma is delaying one of her key policies. And one of the biggest healthcare companies will be getting into patients' homes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sen. Bernie Sanders isn’t quite ready to say how he intends to fund his Medicare for All plan. The number of children losing health insurance continues to climb. Some American cities may soon have a big problem treating cancer, and bias in health care doesn’t just impact patients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Facebook might start reminding you to get a flu shot. Lawmakers passed more transparency bills – this time for drug prices. And Medicare revealed which hospitals were rewarded or penalized as part of the CMS' Hospital Value-based Purchasing Program. This episode has been updated Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Walgreens is closing walk-in clinics across the country. Uber is partnering with an electronic medical record company as it increases its presence in the non-emergency ride business. A Pennsylvania hospital expands to the far east. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New York’s process for settling surprise billing disputes actually raised prices for some types of care. A federal judge rules the government owes insurers for cutting a payment right before open enrollment in 2017. And we hear from an antitrust attorney about Sutter Health’s surprise settlement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A common algorithm for patient care has a racial bias. The president has reportedly chosen who he wants to lead the FDA. In addition to state and local governments, some hospitals are also suing opioid drugmakers. This episode has been updated to accurately reflect the extent of vaping illnesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The head of the CMS says the Trump Administration has a plan if the Affordable Care Act gets struck down...but she’s not sharing it. The Democrat's drug pricing bill gets out of an important committee. And a study finds profits go down as health systems get bigger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Health insurance premiums on the most common marketplace plans will be cheaper this enrollment cycle. A group of Republicans is out with a health care proposal – much of which we’ve seen before. And regulators are investigating state arrangements that help hospitals avoid federal antitrust scrutiny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four of the defendants in the closely watched opioid litigation with two Ohio counties settled. Senator and Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren says her healthcare plan is coming. And soon a drone may be dropping off your prescriptions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The long-expected opioid trial in Ohio starts Monday. Another state is putting Medicaid work requirements on hold. And a healthcare attorney explains what the proposed Stark Law changes mean for physicians and health systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UnitedHealthcare is trying to move more procedures out of the hospital. Walgreens announces a partnership with an insurer and pharmacy benefit manager. The Democrats honor the late Representative Elijah Cummings by naming the prescription drug pricing bill after him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A large California health system settles a closely watched antitrust case. A study details how much Democratic presidential candidates healthcare proposals would cost. And in Kansas, medical debt collections are "a government-sanctioned shakedown of the uninsured and underinsured." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Democratic presidential candidates spar about how much will Medicare-for-all will cost and who will foot the bill. Amazon is establishing a center for excellence program for cancer care. There’s a shortage of a vital child cancer drug. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More Medicare Advantage plans have five stars this year. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s drug pricing plan is estimated to save Medicare hundreds of billions. Will a course in hospital finance help rural hospitals keep the doors open? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Medicaid work requirements are under scrutiny in the courts. A judge blocks a controversial immigration rule days before it takes effect. As Medicare open enrollment starts, Dr. Lisa Bielamowicz explains how CVS is making a big play in that market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another hospital announced it will stop suing patients for unpaid medical bills. Hospitals in Colorado are not excited about the state’s public option plan. One doctor woke up to an early morning phone call this week with career-changing news - he won a Nobel Prize. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoping to incentivize more value-based care, the Trump administration has unveiled a long-awaited reform to anti-kickback rules for physicians. A once prominent insurer CEO has been found guilty of driving while impaired in North Carolina. Bernie Sanders says despite recent health issues, he’s in no rush to release his medical records. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Medicare open enrollment is around the corner and a key cost comparison tool isn’t working. A for-profit hospital company will forgive millions of dollars in medical debt. And another healthcare company appears to be planning to go public. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to a new study, a quarter of healthcare spending is wasteful. President Trump signed a proclamation mandating immigrants get health insurance. The healthcare sector led job growth in September. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s been a lot of talk about price transparency for patients. But one doctor thinks it's just as important for doctors making treatment decisions to see prices. More on that in today’s episode of Gist Healthcare Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Walmart is going to start using quality metrics to steer employees to doctors. The president announced his wide-ranging Medicare executive order in Florida. Some doctors are asking for ethical guidance about the role of artificial intelligence in practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump is expected to detail his Medicare plans on Thursday in Florida. Another drug company settles an opioid case in Ohio. Drones, not people may be delivering medical packages to hospitals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October brings new information on last year's healthcare programs. Accountable care organizations saved the government close to three-quarters of a billion dollars last year. More than 80 percent of hospitals are getting hit with readmissions penalties. Medicare Advantage plans are out just a few weeks ahead of open enrollment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Idaho wants to add work requirements to its Medicaid program. Some websites are advertising Trumpcare plans. Aledade CEO and co-founder Dr. Farzad Mostashari talks about the company's growth and why physicians are leaving hospital employment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.