#CareTalk Podcast

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) review how both the DNC and RNC handled the topic of healthcare. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-koyVoupnjc

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss Teladoc's acquisition of Livongo and what it means for telehealth. (0:10) Teladoc is acquiring Livongo for 18.5 billion dollars. What are these companies anyway? (3:30) What will be the result of this deal? What will it do for patients, providers, payers? (4:50) Will this deal make a significant difference in healthcare? (8:26) What are the challenges that Teladoc and Livongo will face? (10:00) What are the implications of this deal for home healthcare? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4RYLHuxFtHU

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) explore Kamala Harris' healthcare policies. (0:42) Where does Kamala Harris stand on Medicare for All? (3:50) What is Kamala Harris' plan to pay for this? (5:25) What is Kamala Harris' stance on drug pricing? (8:50) Can Kamala Harris' ideas around addressing racial/ethnic disparities have an impact on healthcare? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PuvbEu8LU68

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss reopening schools in the midst of the pandemic. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uAGMfxZJ5Ac

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate the safety of professional sports during the pandemic. (0:12) Can any professional sport safely continue operations during the pandemic? (1:16) The MLB's "Marlins problem" (3:20) Can Canada do it better? (6:00) What about the NFL? (8:43) Where is the USA in the battle against COVID-19? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-tqMm7JV9Kw

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate whether or not a coronavirus vaccine is coming around anytime soon. (0:12) Are we close to a vaccine for the coronavirus pandemic? (2:34) If/when a vaccine is available, will people actually get vaccinated? (4:45) What should we expect a coronavirus vaccine to cost? (7:21) How will the price Remdesivir be affected by the availability of a vaccine? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xxHcXPIwKq8

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the price of Remdesivir and what we should expect when a coronavirus vaccine arrives. (0:11) Is the price of Remdesivir justifiable? (4:30) Are there any countries doing a good job on drug pricing? (7:51) What will happen when a coronavirus vaccine comes along? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KZ2RqZD7JLI

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss palliative care and how patients are being impacted by the pandemic. (0:10) What are best practices in palliative care and how do we think about that as it relates to COVID-19 patients? (6:18) How are other palliative care patients affected by the pandemic? (8:32) What are some of the key financial incentives around palliative care? What needs to change? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8Nga_wssqu0

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) attempt to measure the impact of COVID-19 on the Medicare population. (0:10) What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Medicare population? (4:14) What is the impact of COVID-19 on Medicare Advantage? (8:37) Will COVID-19 leave a lasting effect on supplemental benefits? (10:51) If you had to choose between picking a Medicare Advantage plan vs.traditional Medicare, which would you choose? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vyVV2txiI0U

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss how the SCOTUS' landmark decision on LGBTQ rights will impact healthcare. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QSzfssGwNp0

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the impact of racial and ethnic disparities on health. (0:11) We know that many racial and ethnic minorities fare worse than white people on health measures. How significant is this? What accounts for these disparities? (7:46) How should we think about these issues in the context of COVID-19 and the nationwide protests? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ck4YdQEg1Pg

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) explain why the U.S. leaving the World Health Organization is a bad idea. (0:20) Why is the U.S. leaving the W.H.O.? (3:07) What's the update with COVID-19 in the U.S.? (05:30) How should we look at the George Floyd protests in a healthcare context? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NeMgpBi8F1s

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) explore the possible reasons behind Atul Gawande's departure from Haven. (0:10) Atul Gawande has departed from Haven. What happened?! (3:35) How is COVID-19 affecting readmissions and what is being done about it at this time? (6:39) Does COVID-19 Medicare buy-in more likely? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8GjPjAYif8s

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss why summer 2020 won't be "fun in the sun." (0:10) What is summer 2020 going to look like for everyone? (1:52) What is "Testing for America?" (4:00) Why is the current state of testing in the U.S. so confusing? (7:05) What is the future of nursing homes in the U.S.? (9:20) What should be made of the decrease in organ donations due to COVID-19? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hSnuCBkYg98

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the rise of telehealth and whether or not it will have a long-lasting impact on healthcare post COVID-19. (0:12) Why are health insurers giving rebates? (3:37) Will COVID-19 lead to any major healthcare innovations? (5:30) Will the telemedicine explosion last post COVID-19? (7:50) Is Telehealth here to stay? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4pAPfaYSJMs

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate whether or not meat plants should resume production, as the fight against COVID-19 continues. (0:11) Is it the right move to make meat plants resume production? (2:16) Is public health after COVID-19 going to be similar to security after 9/11? (5:34) Why has emergency room use plummeted? (7:50) Is Telehealth here to stay? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3c9fQCd

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the different scenarios for opening up the US economy amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. (0:00) What does a "fixed date" opening of the economy mean? Is it a good idea? (2:25) Should the opening of the US economy be determined by when certain conditions are met? (5:30) Why we can't go on depressing the economy and staying home forever. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eqJoF1TWJyk

In this episode of #CareTalk, hosts David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) are joined by special guest General Stanley McChrystal, to discuss the importance of leadership during the battle against COVID-19. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB View this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9nxTU-ikltY

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) explore the shortage of ventilators and hospital beds in the US and how it is impacting the fight against COVID-19.

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the role home health can play in treating the Coronavirus. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aMfyXtIFScY

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the United States and the world. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S0IAdIAcAYk

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the global battle against Coronavirus, pharmacists making costly mistakes, Medicare at home and much more. Overview: (0:30) Has China and other governments do a good job at containing Coronavirus? (3:03) Is it getting harder to receive Medicare benefits at home? (4:36) Is your pharmacist doing his/her job correctly? (6:18) How serious is the US on lowering drug prices? (7:24) What was learned from the impeachment process? (7:34) Can the keto diet help those with diabetes? (8:27) Who's ready for Super Tuesday? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G87XmRT4ARI

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the lacking of healthcare discussion in the Feb. 4th, 2020 State of the Union and much, much more. Overview: (0:16) Is it just us or was there a lack of healthcare discussion in the Feb. 4th, 2020 State of the Union? (1:15) What's new in the quest for drug pricing reform? (2:36) Why did CVS and Mark Bertolini part ways? (4:53) How important is healthcare in the democratic primaries? (9:29) Medicaid block grants - really?! (10:12) Is "starving yourself to get healthier" as bad an idea as it sounds? (10:38) Is Phoenix really the "number 1 city in the world for skin health?" (11:01) Are John and David still holding on to their 2020 resolutions? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H8Io99lV6Eo

In the final #CareTalk of 2019, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) look back at the top healthcare stories and trends of the year. Overview: (0:42) What was the "top healthcare story" of 2019? (1:45) Is drug pricing going to continue to go up in 2020? (3:56) What was the biggest healthcare "deal" of 2019? (5:51) What was the biggest healthcare technology story of 2019? (7:38) Was there any significant innovation in post-acute care in 2019? (9:54) How are you ringing in the new year? (10:10) Can the war on terror help healthcare? (10:50) Will John and David try "fake meat" or oat milk in 2020? (11:20) Will John record his doctor visits in 2020? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6bMXDTGWgGU

In the this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss hospital pricing transparency, the Dexcom outage and much more. Overview: (0:30) Will Trump's hospital pricing transparency initiative be a "big thing?" (1:31) How concerned should we be about the Dexcom outage? (2:52) What's all the noise around Medicare Advantage about? (4:25) Are primary care physicians (PCP's) becoming "concierge doctors?" (6:44) Is Medicare For All going to become a reality in 2020? (7:08) How will Washington's "tightened work requirements" for Medicaid and food stamps play out for healthcare? (8:02) Why are mobile phones sending so many people to the ER? (8:53) Why is Seema Verma looking for reimbursement for her missing jewelry? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uKu-RIHoVgc

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate whether or not the California power outages should make us rethink home health. Overview: (0:34) Should the California power outages make us rethink home health? (2:14) Are we actually getting over the opioid crisis? (3:25) Is Bill Gates wrong for halting all funding for Alzheimer's research? (5:00) How concerning is the rising cancer rates in veterans? (6:39) Do we still need to fear Ebola? (7:04) Is indoor air pollution a bad thing? (7:31) What should be made of the Mitigating Emergency Drug Shortages (MEDS) Act? (8:14) What is the purpose of Trump requiring health insurance for all visa applicants? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KkhdSIXQ-TE

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) speculate about the future of Obamacare. Overview: (0:39) John and David recap the 2019 HLTH conference (1:43) What does the future hold for Obamacare? (3:31) What will happen if Obamacare is eliminated? (5:17) Should we be excited about Walgreens' drone delivery system? (6:37) What should be made of Facebook's entry into healthcare? (8:46) How will an impeachment of Trump affect healthcare? (9:15) Is John making his own vape juice? (10:00) Deval Patrick or Mike Bloomberg for President? (10:40) Is David worried about Elizabeth Warren's Medicare for All proposal? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FGdTMIXAxT8

Andrew Bowditch co-founded Visible Body, a 3D anatomy company with his identical twin brother. David --drawing on his experience as the brother of identical twins—speculated that the cutaways were modeled on the brothers ripping each other apart in wrestling matches or worse. The interview went downhill from there. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lVjf2PMYIvA

Crossover CEO Scott Shreeve and Chief Development Officer Jay Parkinson describe the company’s transformation from a worksite clinic provider to a digital first, connected care system. It’s a trip down memory lane as David reminds Scott of his Health 2.0 scribblings and Jay of his love affair with the first iPhone. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KpiCEzff0t0

Walmart made a big splash in September with the opening of its first comprehensive health clinic to deliver primary care, labs, X-ray, dentistry, optical and more. As Walmart’s VP of Healthcare & Wellness Transformation reminds us, this is not your typical retail clinic. It’s the same size as a whole CVS store, which should tell you something about the company’s ambitions. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VRHUly7Vodw

Life is about second chances, so John gives Andy a chance to redeem himself after his weak defense of the Affordable Care Act the day before in a session with entrepreneur, reality TV star, and would-be healthcare disruptor Mark Cuban. Andy rises to the challenge and throws it back in Cuban’s face while explaining that his new United States of Care is a mechanism to put healthcare over politics and not actually a new country as David thought. Watch this episode on YouTube:

Obamacare architect and University of Pennsylvania professor, Dr. Ezekiel Emmanuel is a feisty character who’s willing to take on the Trumpists and to mix it up with John and David for good measure. He came out swinging in this episode and throughout the conference. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n7pDzxEyQlU

A computer algorithm can now identify genetic abnormalities from photos, enabling physicians to shorten the diagnostic odyssey by quickly identifying children with rare diseases. The founders sold their first facial recognition business to Facebook and are now trying to do something more meaningful. David suggests turning the algorithm on John to see what’s wrong with him. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KlXzwBY6Wo4

The former Congressman and mental health advocate cites his personal battles as he shares his passion for removing the stigma about mental illness and helping people gain access to treatment. We discuss the potential of digital tools and how Millennials and Gen Z relate to mental health differently than older generations. And Patrick reminds of us his famous family’s role in launching the Special Olympics --among other projects! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/d3-9WneXtFo

The Chief Innovation Officer at Boston Children’s Hospital, Professor at Harvard Medical School and serial (or parallel) entrepreneur talks about leveraging social media for digital epidemiology and spinning companies out of Harvard. John Driscoll tries to hold him responsible for faults in the healthcare system of his native Canada. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bGcW6IoXU1w

Founder Eran Orr is bringing virtual and augmented reality to healthcare to diagnose and treat motor, cognitive, and psychological disorders and to treat and distract from pain. David played around in XR’s virtual world –watching the seashore and popping balloons with game controllers- before sitting down for the interview. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Qq_1qF3xcug

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate whether or not Medicare For All is a threat to Medicare Advantage. Overview: (0:29) Is Medicare For All a threat to Medicare Advantage? (2:12) Should vaping be banned? (3:22) Are healthcare wearables finally living up to the hype? (5:57) #CareTalk is headed to Las Vegas for HLTH Conference 2019! (7:17) Will California's gig worker law expand health coverage? (7:48) Should Big Pharma be scared of Pete Buttigieg? (8:18) How old is "too old" to be President of the USA? (8:42) What are you being for Halloween this year? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/10q-sVEYsnY

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate whether or not schools should be drug testing students and much, much more. Overview: (0:32) Will Trump start firing people in healthcare next? (0:55) Will Trump deliver on his promise of a "phenomenal" health plan? (2:12) Should schools be drug testing students? (3:35) Is medical tourism a good idea? (5:30) What should be made of all the opioid manufacturers and distributors getting sued? (7:05) Is obesity a national security issue? (7:35) Is the nursing shortage real? (8:28) Is David going to get his care at the University of Virginia Health System? (9:26) What is David's back to school resolution? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ffcRmpt9nlg

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss whether or not Americans should be able to get their medications from Canada. Overview: (0:43) Are Canadians right to worry that Americans are going to clean out their pharmacies, leaving nothing for the locals? (1:43) What are "authorized generics" and are they a good idea? (3:22) Are skilled nursing facilities a piggybank for accountable care organizations? (5:05) Should everyone be screened for drug use? (6:40) A Montana man was stuck with a $500,000 dialysis bill. Would you have paid it? (7:16) What should happen to the person who manipulated the Novartis gene therapy data? (7:39) Is Tom Brady too old to play in the NFL? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hvT3rUtCWVo

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the impact of healthcare on the Democratic presidential race. Overview: (0:36) What impact are the TV debates on healthcare having on the Democratic presidential race? (2:30) Arkansas has been testing out a Medicaid work requirement. What do the results tell us? (4:30) What should be made of the OpenNotes initiative in Massachusetts, which allows patients to access their doctors' clinical notes about them? (7:12) New doctors continue to avoid primary care. Does that matter? (9:20) Did David avoid getting bit by a shark during his Cape Cod vacation? (10:16) A judge struck down Trump’s rule to make drug makers disclose prices in TV ads. Does it matter? (11:01) Is Alexa bad for healthcare? (11:30) Co-design is a new healthcare buzzword - but how important is it? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZxUHIX6a7ec

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate whether or not drones are the "next big thing" in healthcare and much more. Overview: (0:26) Are drones the next big thing in healthcare? (2:15) People talk about disparities in healthcare. What does it actually mean? (5:43) Teladoc announced strong earning and is talking about a virtual approach first for healthcare. Has the time come? (7:26) What should be made of the CBO's Medicare for All report? (10:19) Is David changing the way he takes sleeping pills? (11:00) Is weed killer causing cancer? (11:51) Do you believe in arbitration for drug pricing? (12:16) Can technology make healthcare more human? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dIgCu61ErHI

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss Amazon Alexa's healthcare skills, the Measles outbreak and much more. Overview: (0:30) Amazon finally added Alexa "healthcare skills" and made them HIPAA-compliant. What's the big deal? (3:32) Measles is coming back. How did this happen? (5:24) Are suicides among older people in institutions a major phenomenon or is something else going on? (8:54) Is there any new evidence about the benefits of healing at home? (10:55) Medicare's insulin costs rose 840 percent in the last decade. What gives? (11:25) Last month we said Lyft was touting improving social determinants of health as a value proposition for its IPO. How's that working out? (12:01) What does the Mueller report tell us about healthcare? (12:22) Will the Red Sox repeat as World Series champs? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OWFCYBhOo3o

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss Scott Gottlieb's departure from the FDA, home healthcare spending, Lyft's interest in social determinants of health and much more. Overview: (0:28) Scott Gottlieb is out at FDA. Are you sad to see him go? (2:00) Home health spending is projected to grow faster than any other category of healthcare over the coming years. Is that good or bad? (4:00) Insulin prices are spiking and both Democrats and Republicans are up in arms. What's happening? (5:53) Lyft is talking about the social determinants of health. What?! (8:47) What do you think about FDA approving ketamine nasal spray as a treatment for depression? (9:10) What did we learn about healthcare from Michael Cohen's Congressional testimony? (9:33) Medicare has a new app. Have you tried it? (9:59) Did you hear about the $48,500 bill for a cat bite? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/seMB1SQKnVc

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the “Medicare for All” movement, pharma rebates and much more. Overview: (0:35) Is "Medicare for All" quickly becoming a litmus test for Democratic presidential candidates? (2:45) What should be made of the recent moves of home health agencies around primary care? (5:00) Are pharma rebates to blame for increased drug pricing? (8:00) President Trump promised a whopping $50 million a year for childhood cancer. What would you do with all that money? (8:32) Will adding the full list price of drugs in ads make a difference? (9:03) Will Donald Trump actually end HIV transmission by 2030? (9:32) We predicted that the Patriots would win the championship this year. What about the other Boston sports teams? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5blMu9xm14c

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss California Governor, Gavin Newsom's aggressive healthcare proposals, the impact of the government shutdown on healthcare and much more. Overview: (0:30) What should be made of California Governor, Gavin Newsom's aggressive healthcare proposals? (3:15) What was the buzz at JP Morgan's Healthcare Conference this year? (6:24) What will be the biggest healthcare topics of 2019? (8:56) The book, When, by Daniel Pink, talks about the importance of time-of-day for peoples' quality and performance. What are the implications for healthcare? (11:09) How does the government shutdown impact healthcare? (11:42) States are struggling to come up with ways to test for marijuana intoxication in drivers. What should they do? (12:19) What New Year's resolution did you break already? (12:39) Who will prevail in Super Bowl 53? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fcoIW_gT1oM

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the best and worst healthcare moments of 2018. Overview: (0:40) What did Amazon do that was noteworthy in healthcare this year? (3:04) Was there any success in combating increasing drug prices in 2018? (5:01) What were the healthcare implications of the 2018 mid-term elections? (7:06) Were there significant advancements made in home healthcare this year? (10:40) With today's immigration climate, who is going to take care of mom? (12:35) What was the Texas judge who overturned the whole ACA thinking? (12:55) The Russians have been meddling in US politics. Do you think they're also in US healthcare? (13:17) What was the best healthcare moment of 2018? (14:14) Where will you be when the NYE ball drops this year? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Az5S-2P_SEU

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss how the outcome of the 2018 mid-term elections will impact healthcare moving forward. Overview: (0:32) What are your keys takeaways for healthcare coming out of the 2018 mid-term elections? (3:09) Medicare Advantage plans can offer supplemental benefits in 2019. Is this a big deal? (6:22) The Trump Administration wants to tie some US drug prices to foreign benchmarks. Is this a serious proposal? (8:17) Are you surprised to see the FDA clamp down so strongly on vaping? (10:29) Did you talk about healthcare at the Thanksgiving table? (10:57) Will the Supreme Court overturn Roe v Wade? (11:30) How is David liking his new Apple Watch? (12:01) How about them Red Sox? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/V36oGyMfyk8

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss how important healthcare will be in the 2018 mid-term elections. Overview: (0:36) How important will healthcare be in the 2018 mid-term elections? (3:52) What are the key healthcare ballot questions this year? (8:44) What should be made of the plan to make drug companies publish their list prices in DTC ads? (11:47) What's new with the opioid crisis? (13:45) What are you going to be for Halloween? (13:55) Will the Democrats take the house? How about the Senate? (14:10) What will be the impact of Elizabeth Warren's ancestry test? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q8PfCvDP7f0

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss Google's investment in Oscar Health, younger physicians favoring single payer health insurance, and much more. Overview: (0:45) A recent survey shows that younger physicians are in favor of a single payer healthcare system. What does this mean? (3:21) Google recently made a $375 million investment in Oscar Health. Will it pay off? (7:02) CVS is giving customers the option of excluding high cost/low value drugs from their formularies. Will it have an impact? (10:17) What’s new in solutions to address the opioid crisis? (13:17) Has Chris Collins given John any stock tips lately? (14:34) What’s up with IBM Watson? (15:25) Why is CMS trying to stop home health aides from unionizing ? (16:21) John and David chat about their favorite movies from summer 2018. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vhIOkiESVMc

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss Trump's fight with Pfizer over drug pricing, and more. Overview: (0:37) What did you think of Trump's fight with Pfizer about drug pricing? (3:50) Atul Gawande is now running the Amazon/Berkshire/JP Morgan healthcare company. Is he a good choice? (6:33) Will the new Supreme Court justice have an impact on healthcare? (8:43) What do you make of the Amazon/Xealth pilot? (10:36) What did Trump learn about healthcare from his autocratic friends? (11:06) What is the biggest racket in healthcare? (11:48) Will the latest attempts to undermine the ACA make much of a difference? (12:12) What is your biggest health tip for this summer? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/olNoyNBmCPg

In this month's episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the "Right to Try" law. Overview: (0:23) Is the "Right to Try" law a good idea? (2:39) What should be made of Virginia expanding Medicaid? Will others follow? (4:05) Can value-based payment deals bring drug prices under control? (6:16) Could the Amazon Echo Look have a role in healthcare? (7:16) What should Novartis have done with the $1.2 million it paid Michael Cohen? (7:46) What is the least appreciated job in healthcare? (8:24) What is your summer reading recommendation? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AW6q6ezXTas