1. ER usage could see permanent drop due to COVID-19, UnitedHealth CEO says Full story

2. CMS proposed outpatient payment rule for 2022: 7 things to know Full story

3. 10 states with highest COVID-19 case increases in last 2 weeks Full story

4. Still trying to identify the key to a successful value-based care program? Here's what organizations are relying on to improve care quality + costs.

5. Prime, 2 physicians reach $38M settlement over patient referrals, billing Full story

6. Large employers don't have enough power to negotiate hospital prices, study says Full story

7. Michigan healthcare workers protest vaccine mandate Full story

8. Healthcare is complicated — contract management doesn't have to be. Join this virtual discussion to learn how to simplify business operations.

9. Humana stock sees 10% increase in 21 days Full story

10. Security Health Plan exec: Post-pandemic reengagement must include collaboration, innovation with health systems Full story

11. Health insurers must cover PrEP for HIV at no cost, Labor Department says Full story

12. 3 Delaware health orgs collaborate to offer Medicare Advantage products in 2022 Full story

13. UnitedHealthcare, Peloton partner to offer free fitness classes Full story

14. Clover CEO clears air on controversies Full story

15. Daily COVID-19 stats, state-by-state:

• Test positivity rates 
• Vaccines administered 
• Population fully vaccinated