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CMS is still seeking input on the effects of waivers and flexibilities provided during the federal public health emergency. The deadline is Nov. 4. 

A report from the House Oversight Committee found that the nation's five largest insurers, and 4 out of 5 of the largest pharmaceutical benefit managers, routinely require cost-sharing for certain contraceptives or exclude them from coverage altogether. 

State Medicaid agencies are preparing for reduced enrollment and federal funding as the federal public health emergency is slated to end soon. 

Aetna will offer a free subscription to Apple Fitness+ to its 3.2 million Medicare Advantage members starting next year. 

UnitedHealth Group's OptumRx arm has agreed to pay $15 million to settle prescription drug overcharging allegations in Ohio. 

Amazon Pharmacy will be the exclusive home prescription delivery service for Florida Blue members. 

Centene posted $738 million in net income during the third quarter and awarded Cigna's Express Scripts a PBM contract, according to the company's earnings report released Oct. 25.

Humana is reportedly exiting the Colorado group insurance market, Colorado Politics reported Oct. 24.

Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering a bill that supporters say will streamline the prior authorization process, CBS affiliate WHP reported Oct. 24. 

Payers are expanding Medicare Advantage plans to new markets for 2023, and many are facing increased scrutiny and legal action for overpayments.