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Welcome to the Weekly Gist, where we distill the latest healthcare news, trends and our conversations with industry leaders into actionable guidance for CEOs and senior executives.
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July
10
The Weekly Gist: The Lightning Bugs Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
With a record number of daily new cases and rising COVID death totals, a debate emerges over safely reopening schools. Meanwhile, Democrats agree on a health policy platform for the Biden campaign.
Reading time: 10 minutes
May
08
The Weekly Gist: The Hitting the Century Mark Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
Most states are reopening faster than federal guidelines dictate, as the economy worsens and virus casualties continue to mount. Meanwhile, a thriving health insurer promises rebates to its enrollees.
Reading time: 10 minutes
March
06
The Weekly Gist: The Purell Price Gouging Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
Coronavirus takes hold in communities across the US, as healthcare providers brace for its likely impact on caregivers and hospital capacity. Meanwhile, the Presidential primary narrows to two candidates with contrasting views on healthcare reform.
Reading time: 10 minutes
February
21
The Weekly Gist: The Billion Dollar Pillows Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
Amazon launches its highly-anticipated new care platform for its employees in Seattle, with free telemedicine and in-home visits. Meanwhile, a new payer-provider contract dispute threatens even more surprise billing.
Reading time: 10 minutes
January
03
The Weekly Gist: 2020 Special Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
We take a look back at the stories and trends that made headlines in 2019, and share our thoughts on what to watch for in the year to come.
Reading time: 10 minutes