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1. Cigna debuts controversial downcoding policy; on hold for California HMO plans Full story
2. UnitedHealthcare cut to CRNA services goes into effect Full story
3. New case study: LTACHs cut sepsis readmissions — and payer costs. See the data here.
4. The CMS activities that will, won't continue during the shutdown Full story
5. 4 things to know about the Medicare prior authorization pilot program Full story

6. Real-time payer-provider connections are reshaping transparency—see how they can reduce friction and improve collaboration.
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7. Where ACA enhanced subsidies stand: 9 updates Full story
8. 3 payers ranked among best companies for AI adoption: Fortune Full story
9. AmeriHealth Caritas names interim president Full story
10. Pfizer to lower US drug prices; White House unveils 'TrumpRx' site — 5 updates Full story
11. 6 drugs in shortage Full story

12. Manual utilization management is over. See Providence's AI transformation steps here.
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13. GLP-1 results don't last without engagement. How these leaders keep patients on track: here.
14. Chart reviews under fire: What plans must fix to avoid penalties — explained here.
15. Prior auth reform, tax policy and more — Cigna shares the playbook for payers here.
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