Payer CEOs are headed to D.C. this week and Congress has pitched a new healthcare package

January 21, 2026

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5. Blue Cross of Idaho makes 'organizational changes,' affecting under 90 roles Full story

 

6. Real-time benefits data is the lever for cost-control. How to act on it, here.

7. 5 prior authorization updates for 2026 Full story

8. The case for copay-only health plans — and how to do them right Full story

9. UnitedHealthcare, SSM ink multiyear contract Full story

10. CMS Innovation Center's direction in 2026: 5 things to know Full story

11. Best healthcare jobs in 2026: US News Full story

 

12. 90% of members saw pain or function improve. Personalized MSK care that scales here.

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13. $22M in audit savings — This claims automation strategy delivers. See how here.

14. How payers are simplifying claims and collaboration to cut friction here.

15. Medical loss ratios are pushing past 90%. AI’s 3 high impact areas to reshape payment integrity here.

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