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March
27
The Weekly Gist: The Living Our Best Zoom Lives Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
President Trump signs a $2T stimulus bill to address the ongoing health and economic crisis, with more than $100B to assist hospitals. Meanwhile, the number of COVID-19 cases continues to skyrocket, leading to tough decisions about rationing critical supplies and equipment.
Reading time: 10 minutes
March
20
The Weekly Gist: The Climbing the Curve Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
The COVID-19 crisis intensifies, as hospitals grapple with critical shortages in advance of the coming wave of coronavirus cases. Meanwhile, federal regulators announced key regulatory changes to allow greater flexibility for healthcare providers.
Reading time: 10 minutes
March
13
The Weekly Gist: The Coronavirus Crisis Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
President Trump declares a national emergency as the nation grapples with the pandemic's consequences, and hospitals brace themselves for a sharp increase in cases.
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