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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
26
The Weekly Gist: The Blonde Leading the Blonde Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
New expansion plans are announced for two buzzy health insurance startups, while CVS takes further steps to expand its role in transforming care. Plus, we take a look at why medical school is so costly.
Reading time: 10 minutes
July
19
The Weekly Gist: The One Giant Leap Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
We take an exclusive look inside the groundbreaking new deal between John Muir Health and UnitedHealth Group, and talk to the strategist behind the deal about what he hopes it will mean for consumers. Plus, Joe Biden reveals his plans for healthcare reform.
Reading time: 10 minutes
July
12
The Weekly Gist: The Purple-Haired President Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
A tough day in court for defenders of the Affordable Care Act, an Executive Order to overhaul the nation's kidney care system, and a pullback on plans to address the rising cost of drugs.
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
June
21
The Weekly Gist: The Horny Teenagers Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
Signs of discord on the Trump healthcare team as the President prepares a major announcement on price transparency. Plus, Congress moves closer to a solution to "surprise billing", and an insurer finalizes its purchase of a big physician group.
Reading time: 10 minutes