The Gist Healthcare Podcast

A favorite Bernie Sanders statistic about Americans going bankrupt because medical bills is not accurate. California lawmakers are targeting one hospital system with transparency legislation. And Medicare has been paying twice for some of the same drugs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a new ad tied to his healthcare plan, Vice President Joe Biden, talks about his family's medical struggles. NBC reports the family who owns Purdue Pharma is offering a settlement to several opioid lawsuits. Medicare unveils a new online shopping tool ahead of open enrollment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Oklahoma judge ruled Johnson & Johnson has to pay $572 million dollars for its part in fueling the opioid crisis. Doctors’ groups, including some backed by private equity firms, are pouring money into ads opposing surprise billing legislation. In addition to its public charge rule, the Trump administration sent states guidance about including a sponsor when considering an immigrant’s Medicaid eligibility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing Gist Healthcare Daily - the weekday health policy and business news podcast from Gist Healthcare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.