What to know about Dr. Oz, Trump's pick to head CMS

Good morning. What a newsy week. I’m Isabella Cueto, a chronic disease reporter at STAT, and so it’s my duty to say: Pause. Deep breath. A sip of water would be nice. Maybe a piece of fruit? A short walk around lunchtime? Cool. To the news:

Trump picks Dr. Oz to lead CMS

President-elect Trump has chosen TV personality Mehmet Oz as administrator of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Oz, who is a heart surgeon, would have influence over policies that decide payment to hospitals, health care providers and insurers. He would also oversee Medicare and Medicaid, and Affordable Care Act health plans.

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