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Gist Healthcare Daily delivers our take on the top healthcare business and policy news in under 10 minutes Monday through Friday. Host Alex Olgin gives you the “gist” of what’s happening in healthcare across the country so you can start your day informed. Subscribe and listen.

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    The Gist Healthcare Daily podcast is a must-listen for anyone in the healthcare industry. Hosted by the talented Alex Olgin, this podcast delivers major industry news in less than 10 minutes per day. It covers a wide range of healthcare topics including consumer, payer, provider, policy, and markets. The concise and informative nature of the episodes makes it a great way to start the workday and stay up-to-date with the latest healthcare updates.

    One of the best aspects of The Gist Healthcare Daily podcast is the expertise and professionalism of Alex Olgin as a host. Her straightforward presentation style ensures that listeners get all the necessary information without any fluff or unnecessary commentary. She delivers daily news updates in a clear and concise manner, making it easy to understand and digest even for those who may not be well-versed in healthcare terminology.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its comprehensive coverage of various healthcare topics. From industry mergers to policy advancements, The Gist Healthcare Daily provides valuable insights into industry trends. The episodes offer both high-level overviews and in-depth discussions on relevant topics, ensuring that listeners are well-prepared and informed about what's happening in the ever-evolving healthcare sector.

    However, one potential downside of this podcast is its brevity. While some may appreciate the quick updates provided in less than 10 minutes per day, others may find it insufficient for their needs. Expanding closer to the ten-minute mark could allow for more detailed discussions or additional analysis on certain topics, catering to those looking for more comprehensive coverage.

    In conclusion, The Gist Healthcare Daily podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone working in the healthcare sector or interested in staying informed about industry news. With its concise yet detailed coverage of daily healthcare updates delivered by an exceptional host like Alex Olgin, this podcast sets a gold standard in thoughtful coverage of major trends and news in healthcare. Highly recommended!



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    Latest episodes from Gist Healthcare Daily

    Friday, August 1, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 5:50


    Healthcare and technology stakeholders pledge to make healthcare data sharing easier following a meeting at the White House. A federal judge blocks Arkansas's strict pharmacy benefit manager law. And, Swiss drugmaker Roche weighs direct-to-consumer drug sales. Those stories on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wednesday, July 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 7:28


    Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reportedly plans to fire the panel tasked with making preventive services recommendations. UnitedHealth Group slashes its 2025 outlook amid rising medical costs. And, pediatric flu deaths reach highest level outside of a pandemic season. 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.

    Continuing the Conversation: How a BayCare Pilot Reduced Stress, Increased Job Satisfaction Among Nurses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 10:22


    BayCare Health System in Florida was one of four systems nationwide to pilot a wellbeing program to combat burnout and stress among nursing staff, in partnership with the American Nurses Foundation. The program employs a monitoring and communication program first developed for high-stress jobs, like first responders and military roles. Following the success of the pilot, the system announced this spring it would roll out the program at all 16 of its acute care hospitals. On today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast, host J. Carlisle Larsen is joined by Trish Shucoski, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, chief nurse executive at BayCare. And BayCare's advanced nursing educator, Rocky Hauch, DNP, RN, PCCN. You can listen to the first half of the conversation here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, July 25, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 6:46


    A new bill in the House would guarantee parity between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage reimbursements. Analysis from health insurer filings signals a spike in premiums for Affordable Care Act plans. And, a national hospital operator is selling its outpatient lab services in a multimillion-dollar deal. 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.

    Wednesday, July 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 6:41


    States sue the Trump administration over an Affordable Care Act eligibility and enrollment rule. Two large northeastern health systems explore a possible merger. And, Humana sues the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services again over the drop in its Medicare Advantage star ratings. Those stories on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How a BayCare Pilot Reduced Stress, Increased Job Satisfaction Among Nurses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 11:23


    Burnout and stress are prevalent among healthcare providers, including nursing staff. Burnout among nurses can lead to decreased productivity, increased errors, and higher rates of absenteeism. It can also be costly for hospitals and healthcare systems to replace nurses who decide to leave due to stress. One system experimenting with novel ways to support its nursing staff is BayCare Health System in Tampa, Florida. It was one of four systems in the country chosen by the American Nurses Foundation to pilot a nurse wellbeing program that borrowed a stress program originally developed for high-stress roles, like those in the military. On today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast, host J. Carlisle Larsen is joined by Trish Shucoski, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, chief nurse executive at BayCare. And BayCare's advanced nursing educator, Rocky Hauch, DNP, RN, PCCN. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, July 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 7:40


    A Republican Senator has introduced a new bill that would unwind some future Medicaid cuts. A federal judge has struck down a Biden-era rule that would have barred medical debt from credit reports. And, new research finds no link between aluminum in childhood vaccines and increased risk of certain disorders. 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.

    Wednesday, July 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 7:06


    The Department of Health and Human Services resumes layoffs following a recent Supreme Court ruling. Physicians could see a Medicare pay increase in a CMS proposed rule. And, shareholders approve Walgreens go-private deal with a private equity company. 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.

    President Signs Budget Bill With $1T in Healthcare Spending Cuts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 17:23


    The healthcare industry will see roughly $1 trillion in federal spending cuts over the next decade now that H.R. 1—better known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—has been signed into law. Michael McAuliff of Modern Healthcare joins host J. Carlisle Larsen to discuss how the proposed cuts to Medicaid evolved from a wish list item for policymakers to law, and how lawmakers have responded. You can read Michael's article about how providers and payers are preparing for those cuts here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, July 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 9:21


    The Department of Health and Human Services has canceled a planned meeting of the US Preventive Services Task Force. The number of measles cases hits a 30-year high after being eliminated in the United States. And, a Senate committee advanced President Trump's nominee to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 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.

    Wednesday, July 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 7:25


    The Senate has passed the One Big Beautiful Bill, which includes significant cuts to Medicaid. The Supreme Court upholds the Affordable Care Act's preventive services mandate. And, Novo Nordisk inks a new direct-to-consumer partnership. 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.

    Atrium's Levine Children's Hospital Launches First Pediatric Hospital at Home Program in U.S.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 14:10


    Hospital at home programs have been around for years but gained popularity during the pandemic. While HaH has long been tailored for adults—mainly seniors—some hospitals are experimenting with programs that allow other patients to receive acute care at home, including Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital which piloted a first-in-the-nation hospital at home program. Stefanie Reed, DO, who serves as the Medical Director of the program, joins host J. Carlisle Larsen to talk more about what they've learned since launching the program and the outcomes of the pilot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, June 27, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 8:23


    Medicaid cuts and other healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill have been struck by the Senate parliamentarian. President Trump's pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention testifies in front of a Senate panel. And, health insurers promise reforms to prior authorization procedures. Those stories coming up on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wednesday, June 25, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 7:03


    The Trump Administration narrows the enrollment window for purchasing Affordable Care Act coverage and limits eligibility. Medicare will likely be insolvent three years earlier than anticipated, according to the program's trustees' report. And, Ascension announces it will purchase ambulatory surgical services organization AmSurg. Those stories on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Monday, June 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 6:44


    A federal judge rules that the abrupt cancellation of National Institutes of Health research grants was illegal and likely discriminatory. A new report finds there may be an additional 16,000 preventable deaths related to proposed cuts to Medicaid. And, a recent cyberattack on a healthcare vendor exposes the private health data of more than five million people. Those stories on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wednesday, June 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 8:14


    The Senate's take on the One Big Beautiful Bill includes bigger cuts to Medicaid, compared to the House's version. Iowa becomes the latest state to implement stronger restrictions on pharmacy benefit managers. And, 23andme's former-CEO will now become the buyer of the bankrupt biotech company. 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.

    Bringing Medical Storylines To Life On HBO's The Pitt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 18:02


    One of the biggest shows so far this year is the critically acclaimed medical drama The Pitt, which stars Noah Wyle of ER fame. The HBO Max series has been called one of the most accurate descriptions of an emergency department. On today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast, host J. Carlisle Larsen is joined by Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, MD, who served as a medical consultant for the show and contributed storylines. She's an associate professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the director of EMS at UPMC Children's Hospital Pittsburgh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, June 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 8:10


    Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. names new members to a CDC vaccine advisory panel days after he removed existing members. UnitedHealth Group's credit rating is downgraded. And, states sue bankrupt DNA testing company 23andme to protect consumers' genetic data. Those stories coming up on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wednesday, June 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 8:26


    All 17 experts have been fired from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's independent vaccine panel. A new poll finds that the recent One Big Beautiful Bill Act--and its cuts to Medicaid--is raising concerns among voters. And, digital chronic condition management company Omada Health has had the second splashy digital health IPO in the last month. 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.

    Senate Mulls Spending Bill That Includes Significant Federal Healthcare Cuts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 18:51


    The House of Representatives passed a budget reconciliation bill around Memorial Day that extends tax cuts put into place during President Trumps first term in office, as well as increases border and military spending. However, the bill also includes significant federal healthcare spending cuts, notably in the joint federal-state Medicaid program. Michael McAuliff covers policy and politics in Washington D.C. for Modern Healthcare. He joins the podcast to talk more about the bill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, June 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 8:11


    Staffers laid off from the Department of Health and Human Services this spring are suing the Trump Administration and are seeking class action status. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention contradicts HHS's recent recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines for children. And, the annual cost of insuring a family tops $35 thousand. 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.

    Wednesday, June 4, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 7:49


    The Trump Administration releases more a detailed proposed budget for the Department of Health and Human Services for the 2026 fiscal year, including significant cuts to agencies within the department. The FDA rolls out a new artificial intelligence tool. And, hospitals spent billions of dollars to ensure workplace safety in 2023. 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.

    Monday, June 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 7:13


    The Department of Health and Human Services cancels Moderna's multi-million-dollar award to develop an mRNA vaccine for influenza, including bird flu. CVS and Express Scripts sue Arkansas over state law restricting pharmacy benefit managers. And, a new study from Mass General Brigham finds that traditional diagnostic tools outperformed generative AI. Those stories coming up on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, May 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 6:34


    The Trump Administration updates its hospital price transparency rules and seeks public input. The Department of Health and Human Services narrows its COVID-19 vaccine guidance. And ChristianaCare will purchase five Crozer Health facilities. 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.

    Wednesday, May 28, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 8:41


    A judge blocks the Trump Administration's reduction-in-force executive order, which includes the Department of Health and Human Services. Virtual physical therapy company Hinge Health has a big IPO. And, a new white paper finds a significant increase in the number of Americans taking blockbuster GLP-1 drugs to manage overweight or obesity. 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.

    Friday, May 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 7:35


    Investment banks downgrade UnitedHealth Group amid ongoing challenges. The Food and Drug Administration changes its COVID-19 guidelines, restricting the shots to certain at-risk groups. And, Cigna's Evernorth subsidiary will cap the cost of pricy weight loss drugs for members. Those stories and more coming up on today's episode of Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wednesday, May 21, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 8:07


    The House Budget Committee moves forward a tax bill with significant cuts to Medicaid. Pennsylvania's governor calls for more oversight of private equity healthcare deals following the closure of Crozer Health. And, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals buys 23andme's assets for $256 million. 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.

    Friday, May 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 8:13


    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.

    Wednesday, April 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 9:41


    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.

    Monday, April 28, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 8:30


    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 Gist Healthcare Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, April 25, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 8:37


    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.

    Wednesday, April 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 7:46


    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.

    Monday, April 21, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 9:33


    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.

    Wednesday, April 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 7:56


    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.

    Monday, April 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 7:37


    A federal watchdog advises the Department of Health and Human Services to create a plan to deal with drug shortages. A new survey finds broad political support for Medicaid among voters. And a federal judge permanently bars the National Institutes of Health from imposing caps on indirect research costs. Those stories coming up on today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, April 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 8:03


    Congress has passed a budget blueprint that could mean big federal spending cuts for healthcare. President Trump says big tariffs are coming for foreign made pharmaceuticals. And, Idaho becomes the first state in the country to ban vaccine mandates in businesses and schools. We'll 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.

    Wednesday, April 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 8:49


    A second child has died of a measles-related medical complication in Texas, as the number of cases continues to grow nationwide. The Trump Administration reverses a Biden-era proposal that would have allowed Medicare to cover blockbuster GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. And, a federal judge temporarily blocks $11 billion in public health funding cuts to states. We'll 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.

    Continuing the Conversation: Why Hospitals and Healthcare Organizations May Want to Prioritize Resiliency Over Prevention in Cyberattacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 20:25


    Cybersecurity remains a top concern for many healthcare organizations as attacks continue to increase. On today's Monday episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast, we hear the second part of host J. Carlisle Larsen's conversation with Christian Dameff, MD, emergency physician and Co-Director of the University of California-San Diego's Center for Healthcare Cybersecurity, about takeaways from last year's cyberattack on the Change Healthcare clearinghouse and how proposed federal legislation regarding healthcare cybersecurity could impact hospitals, especially in rural areas. You can listen to the first half of the conversation here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, April 4, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 9:13


    The Federal Trade Commission has paused its suit against the nation's biggest pharmacy benefit managers. States sue the Trump Administration after it abruptly cuts $11 billion in funding for public health initiatives. And, Eli Lilly says it is not affiliated with Hims & Hers after the telehealth company announces it will sell the drugmaker's popular weight loss drug Zepbound. We'll 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.

    Wednesday, April 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 8:24


    Layoffs at the Department of Health and Human Services begin. The Food and Drug Administration's top vaccine official resigns, causing share prices of biotech companies to falter. And, Utah becomes the first state to ban fluoride in drinking water. We'll 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.

    Why Hospitals and Healthcare Organizations May Want to Prioritize Resiliency Over Prevention in Cyberattacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 18:31


    The healthcare industry remains the most targeted sector for cyberattacks in the United States. Last year had the dubious distinction of having the most patient records exposed in a year at more than 276 million. It also had the largest healthcare cyberattack on record, when UnitedHealth Group's Change Healthcare was hacked in February. Though we know that hospitals, vendors, and related organizations are particularly vulnerable to attacks, it's been difficult to fully secure them. Christian Dameff, MD, emergency physician and Co-Director of the University of California-San Diego's Center for Healthcare Cybersecurity, joins host J. Carlisle Larsen to talk more about challenges facing the industry and some common misconceptions about the motivations behind these attacks. This is a two-part episode. The second half of their conversation will air on Monday, April 7. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, March 28, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 10:33


    The Department of Health and Human Services will lay off more than 10-thousand employees in the Trump Administration's latest push to streamline federal agencies. The Senate confirms President Trump's nominees to lead the National Institutes of Health and the Food and Drug Administration. And, the FBI says it has not found a credible terrorist threat against the nation's hospitals. We'll 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.

    Wednesday, March 26, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 8:05


    President Trump nominates acting Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Susan Monarez for the permanent role. Cigna finalizes the sale of its Medicare Advantage business in a multibillion dollar deal. And, a new survey finds that a sizeable number of healthcare leaders plan to leave their organizations within the year. We'll 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.

    Friday, March 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 9:28


    The White House has pulled its pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hours before he was to appear for his confirmation hearing in front of the Senate HELP committee. UnitedHealth Group is the first major insurer to add a new non-opioid painkiller to its formulary. And, a new study finds that women paid nearly $9 billion more for prescription drugs than men last year. We'll 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.

    Wednesday, March 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 7:47


    The Trump Administration proposes a new rule that would roll back certain Biden-era flexibilities that allowed more people to enroll in Affordable Care Act plans on the exchanges. Nearly 750 rural hospitals face closure nationwide due to financial problems, according to new data. And, Americans borrowed an estimated $74 billion for medical bills last year. We'll 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.

    Monday, March 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 8:30


    Walgreens officially will go private in a $10 billion deal with private equity firm Sycamore Partners after months of speculation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is on the ground in Texas as the measles outbreak continues to grow. And, Novo Nordisk drops the price of its popular weight loss drug after a similar move from rival drugmaker Eli Lilly. We'll 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.

    Friday, March 7, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 8:52


    President Trump's pick to lead the National Institutes of Health faced his first Senate Committee hearing this week. UnitedHealthcare announces it will cut its prior authorizations by 10 percent for certain services. And, the nonprofit Coalition for Health AI has released details of its long-awaited AI model card registry. We'll 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.

    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 10:23


    The US Department of Health and Human Services scales back a decades-old policy that allows for public comment on healthcare regulations. President Trump issues an executive order on hospital price transparency. And, a new study finds that Black and Hispanic mothers bear the brunt of high maternity care costs. We'll 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.

    How Anticipated Federal Medicaid Cuts Could Impact Safety Net Hospitals

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 21:47


    House Republicans passed a budget blueprint last Tuesday that includes around $2 trillion in federal spending cuts. That plan includes $880 billion in spending cuts from programs that are overseen by the House Energy and Commerce Committee, a majority of which are anticipated to come from the Medicaid program. Bruce Siegel, MD, MPH, President and CEO of America's Essential Hospitals, joins host J. Carlisle Larsen to talk about how those expected cuts could impact safety net hospitals nationwide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Friday, February 28, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 8:54


    Lawmakers call on the Department of Veterans Affairs to clarify the expected budget for its large-scale electronic health record modernization project. A Texas child dies from a measles infection – the first death from the virus in the United States in a decade. And, Eli Lilly announces plans to invest billions in new United States-based manufacturing plants. We'll 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.

    Wednesday, February 26, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 8:01


    The Department of Justice is reportedly investigating UnitedHealth Group over its Medicare Advantage billing practices. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cancels—indefinitely—a meeting of vaccine advisors . And, fatal drug overdoses are down nationwide. We'll 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.

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