Casana, formerly known as Heart Health Intelligence, also named a new CEO. 

The Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol and continued division between the country’s political parties appear to be at the center of the committee’s decision. 

The specialists believed they were removed from leadership positions for speaking out against the health system's policies. 

The original white paper was published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, but later retracted. 

The cardiologist had been held against his will for nearly one week. 

The Nigerian Medical Association responded to the news by going on strike, hoping this action will urge the perpetrators to release Vincent Uhegbu Maduka.

Specialists also believe that private insurers will follow Medicare's example and reduce their own reimbursement rates.

Cheryl Pegus, MD, is a veteran cardiologist with prior experience at such companies as Aetna, Pfizer and Cambia Health Solutions.