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2. Payers issued $2B in 2020 premium rebates, CMS finds  Full story

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7. Omicron could spark 'viral blizzard' in coming weeks, top epidemiologist says  Full story

8. Anthem, Memorial Health System pen multiyear contract renewal  Full story

9. Healthcare organizations don't need to start from scratch to create a seamless digital experience. Click here to learn how to fast track the process.

10. States ranked by booster rates  Full story

11. 3 insurers to pay out $3.1M after health parity violations  Full story 

12. 149 top hospitals in 2021, ranked by Leapfrog  Full story 

13. IU Health freezes prices to lower healthcare costs  Full story 

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