1. Aetna: Aduhelm is medically necessary 
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2. Uninsured, publicly insured more likely to report negative care experiences Full story

3. A timeline of UnitedHealth Group's acquisition of Change Healthcare Full story

4. Today's healthcare consumers won't settle for an impersonal experience. These 10 must-read articles examine the new payer imperative — member empowerment. Read them and learn how health plans can make healthcare personal.

5. Meet the BCBS CEOs of the Northeast 
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6. Dec. 7 looms as breaking point for BCBS Texas, Amarillo health system Full story

7. McKinsey: expect Medicare Advantage star ratings to decline next year Full story

8. Cities with the highest Medicaid acceptance rates  Full story

9. 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.

10. Viewpoint: Johns Hopkins, CareFirst BCBS contract dispute reveals deeper issues in Maryland's insurance system Full story

11. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City relocates headquarters Full story

Becker's Learning Opportunities

1. Don't let miscommunication be your hospital's downfall. Learn how to identify friction in communication and avoid missteps using technology.

2. Where is telehealth heading? Mount Sinai, Intermountain leaders share their predictions here.  

3. Virtual care has transformed from a luxury to a must-have. Here are 4 tips on closing the gap on virtual care delivery.