1. Humana has edge over CVS Health to acquire Cano Health: Report Full story

2. Independence Blue Cross, Penn Medicine partner on value-based care through co-ownership of Tandigm Health Full story

3. Medicare Part B premiums, deductibles to decrease in 2023: 7 things to know Full story

4. 4 in 10 Americans suffer from comorbid chronic conditions, but most healthcare orgs don't appropriately treat them. Here are the three tools to deliver the right care at the right cost.

5. Where payers are spending their investment dollars Full story

6. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts introduces virtual primary care option 
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7. States where low-value care is most common Full story

8. Traditional Medicare spending is 7% higher than Medicare Advantage, AHIP study finds Full story

9. 35% of adults don't get enough sleep, which can cause poor outcomes and higher healthcare costs. See how health plans can tackle the issue with these simple strategies.

10. New Jersey to begin process of reorganizing Horizon BCBS as mutual holding company Full story

11. 7 recent payer office, workforce moves 
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