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September
20
The Weekly Gist: The Sleeveless Fleece Season Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
A Federal judge strikes down Medicare's attempt to equalize prices between hospitals and independent doctors, Nancy Pelosi announces new legislation to control drug costs, and Mayor Pete Buttigieg introduces his version of Medicare for All.
Reading time: 10 minutes
June
28
The Weekly Gist: The Debate Debacle Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
President Trump issues a highly-anticipated Executive Order mandating more healthcare price transparency, as Democratic candidates debate the details of Medicare for All and other coverage expansion options.
Reading time: 10 minutes
May
31
The Weekly Gist: The Cernuous Bougainvillea Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
Industry groups register their opposition to new proposals to expand public coverage and force greater price transparency, as a new consumer poll shows American households continue to struggle with the cost of care. Plus: the myth of 10,000 steps.
Reading time: 10 minutes
May
17
The Weekly Gist: The Westeros Couch Gag Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
Washington State becomes the first to introduce a "public option" in its insurance marketplace, and also launches a new long-term care plan. Plus: a new primary care startup from the founder of One Medical, and Walmart gets serious about radiology costs.
Reading time: 10 minutes
January
25
The Weekly Gist: The Baby Shark Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
President Trump weighs in on surprise billing, a new poll shows broad support for Medicare for All but mixed enthusiasm for the details, CVS flexes its vertical muscles, and we examine the sad plight of veterinarians.
Reading time: 15 minutes