The Gist Healthcare Podcast

Julie Barnes, founder of Maverick Health Policy, says the new health information sharing rules are as transformative to the health care industry as ATM was to the banking industry.  And an update on the latest coronavirus news.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Delays in coronavirus testing may be masking the true number of cases. Presidential candidates criticize the Trump administration’s response to the pandemic. And many health systems are working with tech companies to store patient data. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The coronavirus is now officially a pandemic. President Trump announces new travel restrictions for Americans to try and slow the spread of the disease. And Medicare plans to cap insulin costs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diagnostic errors are the leading patient safety concern. The American Heart Association pulls aspirin displays. And public events are being canceled to slow the spread of coronavirus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patients will be able to get their healthcare data and share it with apps thanks to new data-sharing rules. Hospitals are bracing for an influx of coronavirus patients. And specialists are feeling pressure to accept lower rates or go out-of-network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former U.S. Chief Technology Officer Aneesh Chopra shares his thoughts on efforts by the Trump administration to ensure consumers have free access to all of their health data. And an update on the latest healthcare news.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World health officials say it's time to pull out all the stops to fight the coronavirus. Lawmakers want more answers about Project Nightingale. And insurers are starting to pay doctors to help patients with their social needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congress reached a deal on emergency coronavirus funding. Insurers and hospital stocks were up after Super Tuesday results. And a federal judge puts Medicaid work requirements in Michigan on hold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Health care was at the top of voters' minds on Super Tuesday. Alexa can now tell you about medication side effects. And UnitedHealth Group is offering low-cost plans if you see one of the company’s doctors.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Supreme Court will hear the case challenging the Affordable Care Act before the 2020 election. President Trump is set to address new health IT rules at the HIMSS conference. And Washington authorities scramble to contain the spread of coronavirus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first two coronavirus related deaths are reported in the US. Walmart continues to boost its health offerings. And we hear how private equity investment in specialists could be a threat to health systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fears of coronavirus grow in the U.S. A look at an unorthodox group of doctors. And new research aimed at gun violence prevention. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The nation is watching as Colorado releases details on a public option proposal. Short term plans are leaving sick patients on the hook for expensive care. And the government wants to crack down on accrediting organizations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Health officials warn it’s just a matter of time before coronavirus starts spreading in the US. And Democratic presidential candidates take the stage before Super Tuesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Insurer owned clinics are a growing threat to hospitals. Growing Medicare Advantage membership drives insurer profits. And new companies are selling prescriptions directly to consumers.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Medicare for All candidate wins the Nevada caucuses. Congress gets an update on the global coronavirus response. And a researcher investigates how well providers are integrating spending on social determinants of health.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Millions are still turning to strangers to help pay their medical bills. Recent studies show mental shortcuts are affecting the way doctors treat patients. And scientists say the flu vaccine is 45% effective.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The public option is popular among Democratic presidential candidates and the American public. 2019 was the worst year for rural hospital closures. And a new study quantifies the rate of private equity investment in physician practices.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One study finds hospitals making the most profit are providing a disproportionately low amount of charity care. State laws limiting out of pocket costs for insulin exclude a lot of patients. And long term care costs for seniors are ballooning.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An appeals court strikes another blow to the Trump Administration's Medicaid work requirement policy. The founder of the new Public Option Institute explains how he is evaluating the implementation and impact of plans in Washington and Colorado. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coronavirus cases around the world rise to more than 60,000. Lawmakers want to extend health care transparency initiatives to private equity firms. And Google Health is growing.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawmakers are demanding answers about why organs meant for transplant patients are ending up in the trash. Surprise billing legislation favored by doctors and hospitals advances out of committee. And a year after CVS Health acquired Aetna, the company is seeing the benefits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While new surprise billing fixes are debated in congress, a new study finds 1 in 5 patients are getting these bills. And insurers have their own price transparency proposal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump’s budget includes big Medicaid cuts. Authorities in multiple countries are looking into Google’s purchase of FitBit. And Utah is saving money on prescription drugs by paying for patients to get their scripts filled in Mexico.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With new surprise billing legislation, the debate about the practice is expected to heat up again. And the final health information sharing rules are expected soon. One expert tells Gist, the rules may be the biggest single health reform she’s ever seen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.