A healthcare coalition releases a framework protecting the safety and security of patient information; Biden signals goal to lower ACA premiums, deductibles and prescription drug costs. Plus: Accolade eyes the telemedicine space with the acquisition of PlushCare.

Links to the stories:

Patient ID Now coalition releases national strategic framework for identity, matching

In his first joint address, Biden promotes giving Medicare the power to negotiate lower drug prices

Accolade acquires virtual primary care platform PlushCare