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Dr. Brad Diephuis, COO & President of Thyme Care, joins Kellogg MBA student Joy Basinger to unpack how wraparound, value-based oncology care is transforming the cancer experience—especially for high-risk, MA populations. They explore how Thyme Care is going beyond the doctor's office to deliver proactive, tech-enabled symptom monitoring and reduce avoidable ER visits and hospitalizations.From standardizing care team workflows through the Thyme Box platform to deepening integration with partners like Oak Street Health, this episode dives into the value of structured, longitudinal support in oncology. Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Thyme Care and Dr. Brad Diephuis04:57 The Thyme Care Model: Supporting Cancer Patients12:41 Technology Integration in Care Delivery20:15 Thyme Care's Business Model and Revenue Generation22:57 Measuring Outcomes and Quality of Care27:42 Focus on Medicare Advantage Population30:35 Partnerships and Collaborations in Value-Based Care (e.g., Oak Street)34:48 Future Growth and Service Expansion LinkedIn: Dr. Brad Diephuis, COO & President of Thyme Care⁠Joy Basinger, Kellogg MBA ('25)⁠ 

Dr. Ali Khan has spent his career at the intersection of medicine, public policy, and value-based care. He's also been at the forefront of some of the country's most innovative care delivery models—from Iora Health and CareMore to Oak Street Health and now Aetna, where he serves as Chief Medical Officer of Medicare at Aetna, a CVS Health company. In this episode, Keith Figlioli sits down with Dr. Khan for a conversation about Medicare's future—and what it will take to make the promise of better, more affordable healthcare a reality. A general internist by training, Dr. Khan's path into healthcare began with a deep curiosity about the broader systems shaping people's health. That curiosity took him from Harvard Kennedy School to the exam room to health plans and startups focused on reimagining the primary care experience for complex, underserved populations. Throughout his career, he's gravitated toward organizations trying to solve public-sector problems with private-sector solutions—building care models that prioritize trust, access, and long-term outcomes. Now at the helm of a Medicare Advantage program serving 4.2 million members, Dr. Khan brings a unique vantage point. In this conversation, he shares hard-earned lessons on care model design, what payers and providers need from each other, and why Medicare is at an inflection point. He makes a compelling case for a renewed focus on the fundamentals—not just risk adjustment or benefit design, but operational follow-through, last-mile care coordination, and culturally grounded team-based models that scale. Dr. Khan and Keith discuss: Building care models that hold up under pressure. From Iora to Oak Street, Dr. Khan has seen firsthand that delivering better outcomes at scale requires more than mission—it takes structural rigor. He unpacks four key dimensions—cultural, clinical, operational, and technological—and explains why lasting impact depends on aligning all of them. Whether it's equipping care teams to deliver in complex communities or building systems that can flex and scale, success hinges on getting the foundation right. Why affordability isn't enough—and where Medicare Advantage must go next. With over half of Medicare beneficiaries now enrolled in MA plans, Dr. Khan argues it's time to move beyond the value prop of supplemental benefits and zero-dollar premiums. The next chapter is about proving clinical excellence at scale. That means prioritizing follow-through over features—removing last-mile barriers, improving care coordination, and designing experiences people actually trust.  From transactional to transformative: the evolving role of health plans. Plans have long relied on contractual structures to drive change, but Dr. Khan believes that era is fading. To deliver on the promise of value-based care, plans must shift from passive administrators to proactive partners—investing in infrastructure, surfacing actionable insights, and enabling providers to succeed across Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial populations alike. Where AI meets care delivery. Dr. Khan reflects on the potential of AI to reduce clinical variation, improve medication management, and drive better follow-up for patients—especially those with chronic conditions. But he cautions that technology alone won't move the needle. To truly unlock AI's value in Medicare, plans and providers must embed it within human-centered systems, coordinate care in real time, and ensure new tools support—not replace—the relationships that matter most. As Dr. Khan notes, we're entering a “put up or shut up” era for Medicare Advantage, where scrutiny is high and proof points matter. Yet within that pressure lies opportunity—particularly for those willing to do the unglamorous work of identifying barriers, building connective tissue, and supporting clinical teams in the trenches.

Today, we're excited to get to know Dr. Ali Khan, Chief Medical Officer of Aetna Medicare, overseeing healthcare services for over 4 million members. His career spans across some of the most impactful value-based care organizations, including Oak Street Health, CareMore, and Iora Health. He is also an adjunct lecturer at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and serves on the clinical faculty of the Yale School of Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Khan is a director on the American Board of Internal Medicine. Also a trusted advisor on Pear's Health Industry Council.Before Aetna, Dr. Khan played a key role in Oak Street Health's rapid expansion, scaling it from 21 to 200+ clinics, culminating in its acquisition by CVS Health. Prior to that, he was instrumental in CareMore Health's growth and innovation in care delivery for vulnerable populations.He holds an MD-MPP from Virginia Commonwealth University and Harvard Kennedy School, completed his residency at Yale, and has taught at institutions like Northwestern Kellogg and Yale School of Medicine.As a leader in value-based care, he has firsthand experience in building, scaling, and optimizing healthcare startups—making his insights invaluable for founders, investors, and industry leaders navigating the complex world of healthcare innovation.

From law school to leading one of healthcare's most successful value-based care companies, Oak Street Health co-founder Mike Pykos shares the story of building, scaling, and ultimately selling his company to CVS for $11 billion.He reveals the challenges of scaling a new care model, the importance of focusing on outcomes over financials, and what it takes to transform American healthcare.We cover:

Latest episode with Dr. Anwar Jebran, director of Population Health Informatics at Oak Street Health, a part of CVS Health.   In this episode, we explore the intersection between technology and medicine. We delve into the innovative world of clinical informatics and the role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of healthcare.   We discuss the latest trends, challenges, and breakthroughs in the field, and the role of AI and information technology in enhancing patient care, streamlining operations in data management, and clinical analytics. Whether you are a technology enthusiast, a healthcare provider, or curious about the future of medicine, this is an episode you would not want to miss.   #healthcareprofessionals #clinicalinformatics #artificialintelligence #clinicalanalytics #healthcare #electronicmedicalrecords #podcast 

Send us a textIn this episode of Healthcare Trailblazers, we dive into the complexities of modern healthcare with Dr. Anwar Jebran, Medical Director of Health Informatics at Oak Street Health. We discuss the balance between innovation and practicality, the role of AI in addressing physician burnout, and the challenges startups face in healthcare's profit-driven landscape. Plus, we explore how the U.S. drives global healthcare innovation and why bold visions often fall short.Key Takeaways:The importance of balancing technology with traditional healthcare methods.Why some innovative healthcare startups fail despite promising technology.How Oak Street Health's data-driven approach is reshaping value-based care.The hidden costs of healthcare innovation and its global implications.

On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Juan Ramirez (Regional Growth Director at Oak Street Health) as they discuss insights on defining your purpose, doing what's right, and taking actionable notes to drive change. Discover his approach to leading teams, understanding people, and creating a positive impact in HR.

In this episode, Claire Dundon, Director of Population Health at Oak Street Health, discusses her unique career journey and the key strategies Oak Street Health uses to build strong talent pipelines. Claire also shares valuable insights on supporting emerging leaders and the importance of emotional intelligence in healthcare leadership.

Oak Street Health, headquartered in Chicago and a wholly-owned subsidiary of CVS Health since 2023, has agreed to pay $60 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by paying kickbacks to third-party insurance agents in exchange for recruiting seniors to Oak Street Health's primary care clinics, according to a news release issued by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Reporting the lead story during the next live edition of Monitor Mondays will be Max Wollman, a partner in the Washington office of Whistleblower Partners, LLP.The civil settlement includes the resolution of claims brought under the qui tam or whistleblower provisions of the False Claims Act by Joseph Stinson. Under those provisions, a private party can file an action on behalf of the United States and receive a portion of any recovery. Mr. Stinson is expected to receive $9.9 million, according to the DOJ.Other segments during the weekly Internet broadcast will include these instantly recognizable features:•Monday Rounds: Ronald Hirsch, MD, vice president of R1 RCM, will be making his Monday Rounds.•The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors. •Legislative Update: Adam Brenman, senior government  analyst for Zelis, will report on current healthcare legislation.•Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.

Good morning from Pharma and Biotech daily: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in Pharma and Biotech world.Senseonics has received FDA clearance for a one-year continuous glucose monitoring system. The company's commercial partner, Ascensia, is in talks with insulin pump manufacturers to create an automated insulin delivery system. Zimmer is pulling its hip implant off the market due to fracture risk, Bausch + Lomb is considering a sale, and Masimo investor claims a proxy war win as CEO Joe Kiani fails to retain a board seat. The wearables market is expected to see significant growth, with adhesives playing a vital role in development. Other noteworthy stories include DermaSensor's skin cancer detection device, a Senate committee holding Steward CEO in contempt, and Medtronic detailing a study of adaptive neurostimulation in Parkinson's disease.Brisk Iced Tea brought back its classic claymation ad campaign featuring Doja Cat to target Gen Z. E.l.f. launched a skincare campaign with "Sinfluencer" Megan Stalter. Pizza Hut put resumes on boxes to help job seekers stand out. Frito-Lay used burner phones in a campaign targeting Gen Z for Flamin' Hot Cheetos. Chipotle planned a digital scavenger hunt to give out $1 million in free quesadillas. Customers' trust in AI is low, impacting purchasing decisions.Cigna is scaling back its Medicare Advantage footprint in 8 states next year, affecting roughly 5,400 members, mostly in Florida. Johnson & Johnson is facing sanctions over a plan to rebate 340B drugs, while Express Scripts is suing the FTC over a report criticizing pharmacy benefit managers. The US is behind other wealthy nations in healthcare despite spending the most, with a Commonwealth Fund analysis ranking the US last in access to care and health outcomes.Cigna is reducing its Medicare Advantage footprint in 8 states, affecting around 5,400 members, mainly in Florida. CarePoint Health may lay off 2,600 employees due to financial struggles. The House committee passed a bill to extend telehealth flexibilities in Medicare for another two years. Steward Health Care auctioned assets, with Christus Health set to purchase a Texas-based medical center for $4.5 million.MilliporeSigma is partnering with an experienced viral vector CDMO to offer solutions for the production of cell and gene therapies. They invite attendees of the Mesa conference in Phoenix to visit their booth or schedule a meeting to learn about their viral vector development and manufacturing capabilities.The Senate has voted to hold Steward CEO in contempt for defying a congressional subpoena. The US healthcare system lags behind other wealthy nations in performance despite spending the most. Oak Street Health pays $60 million to settle allegations of a kickback scheme, and J&J faces sanctions over a plan to rebate 340B drugs.Medtech news from September 19, 2024, includes updates on various companies and developments in the industry. Masimo's proxy fight is coming to an end, with a shareholder vote looming. Axonics wins a patent dispute against Medtronic, while Boston Scientific's proposal to buy Axonics is still under review.A startup from George Church's lab has raised $75 million to develop 'supercell' medicines, claiming it can create off-the-shelf therapies from induced pluripotent stem cells faster and simpler than current methods. Roche's Xofluza has shown promising results in reducing flu transmission in a phase 3 study, marking the first time an antiviral drug has achieved this in a global trial.The text discusses the latest advances in oncology research presented at the ESMO conference, focusing on the challenges faced by the pharmaceutical industry in expanding patient access and improving cancer research outcomes.The text promotes a webinar by QT Group on September 26th focusing on continuous compliance for medical software, specifically addressing how to maintain software quality and compliance with medical standa

Why Direct Primary Care is the Future Dr. Paul Thomas returns to highlight the momentum behind the Direct Primary Care movement and the revolutionary opportunities to break out of the insurance-based primary care model.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about CVS Health's new plans to locate Oak Street Health centers side-by-side with pharmacies. Does this latest announcement by a payvider signal that there is a new opportunity for profitable, consumer-first care, and how could it impact the rest of the ecosystem along the way?  Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Tune in as Karen Lynch, CEO of CVS Health, and Michael Pykosz, CEO of Oak Street Health, discuss their objectives in improving health care across the United States. Gain insights into their strategies for expanding access and reducing costs, especially within underserved communities. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience on November 7, 2023. 00:00 – Intro 1:12 – Karen's first job 2:00 – How she recharges 4:05 – Rapid fire questions 5:19 – Long term vision for CVS 9:02 – Acquiring Oak Street Health 15:08 – How AI fits into health care 17:40 – A word from our sponsors, Shure 18:22 – How CVS takes on challenges with health inequities 23:02 – Karen's leadership philosophy 28:04 – What has made her so successful 31:11 – Outro   Episode Link: CVS | Oak Street Health   Guest Host: Michael Pykosz, CEO, Oak Street Health Producer: Eva Penar, Chief Content & Communications Officer, The Executives' Club of Chicago     Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.    Thank you to our podcast sponsor, Shure Incorporated.  For nearly 100 years, Shure Incorporated has developed best-in-class audio products that provide high-quality performance, reliability and value. Headquartered in Niles, Illinois, our history of innovation and expertise in acoustics, wireless technology, and more enables us to deliver seamless, transparent audio experiences to a global audience. Our diverse product line includes world-class wired and wireless microphones, networked audio systems and signal processors, conferencing and discussion systems, software, a loudspeaker, and award-winning earphones and headphones.   Find Shure on: Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I'm excited to chat with Andrew Schwab, CEO and founder of Platform Government Strategies. Andrew shares his journey from Oak Street Health to starting his own firm, offering deep insights into the world of government affairs and health policy. Tune in to learn about the importance of government strategy for healthcare companies, the impact of policy changes, and Andrew's entrepreneurial experiences.Key Takeaways:The significance of government affairs in healthcare.How Medicare policy impacts smaller healthcare companies.The entrepreneurial challenges and rewards of starting a new business.Insights on Medicare Advantage and value-based care changes.Importance of being involved in national health policy discussion

Signify Health performed over 800,000 home health assessments in the first quarter of 2024 and over 3 million assessments in 2023, Schwarzwald said. The comprehensive yearly assessments aim to provide pictures of patients' physical and mental health as well as their home situations. One key purpose of the assessment is medication reconciliation. Being a part of CVS Health has allowed the company to offer more services in the home such as piloting new ECG monitors. The partnership also has allowed Signify Health to leverage Oak Street Health, another CVS subsidiary, to connect more patients to primary care providers. Data helps to set Signify Health apart. It has a sophisticated algorithm, which helps identify the right members. It also allows clinicians to determine health gaps and select diagnostic and preventive services to offer in the home. Data reports then are used to inform primary care providers and health plans and find new ways for members to utilize CVS services. Going forward, Signify Health is considering performing patient in-home health assessments more than once a year. It is thinking about opportunities for visits focuses specifically on diabetic, cardiovascular or cognitive health, Schwarzwald said.Follow us on social media:X (formerly Twitter): @McKHomeCareFacebook: McKnight's Home CareLinkedIn: McKnight's Home CareInstagram: mcknights_homecareFollow Signify Health on social media:X (formerly Twitter): @signifyhealthFacebook: Signify HealthLinkedIn: Signify HealthShow contributors:McKnight's Home Care Editor Liza Berger and Heidi Schwarzwald, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer, SVP, Signify Health

This episode's Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow' Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HERE---Episode Overview: What if we could transform healthcare for underserved communities by empowering independent practices to deliver value-based care? Our next guest, Dr. Michael Poku, is doing just that as Chief Clinical Officer at Equality Health.With extensive experience in clinical leadership, medical informatics, and value-based care models, Dr. Poku is spearheading a transformative approach that equips independent practices with technology, care coordination, and hands-on support to optimize whole-person care for diverse populations, especially those on Medicaid.Join us as Dr. Poku shares his journey and Equality Health's mission to eradicate healthcare disparities via their pioneering model that is driving better outcomes, reducing costs, and delivering value-based care for diverse communities. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Equality Health's mission to eradicate healthcare disparities by empowering independent practices to deliver value-based care for underserved, diverse communities, especially those on Medicaid.Dr. Poku's background spanning clinical leadership, medical informatics, and expertise in value-based care models positions him uniquely to drive Equality Health's innovative approach.Equality Health provides independent practices with technology, care coordination tools, and hands-on support to optimize performance and outcomes in value-based care.The transformative model meets practices where they are, helping under-resourced clinics adopt value-based care to improve patient health while increasing financial sustainability.Dr. Poku's vision for leveraging AI, predictive analytics and a "do good, do well" mentality to bring greater health equity through data-driven, whole-person care.About our Guest: Dr. Michael Poku is an accomplished healthcare executive with extensive experience in clinical leadership, medical informatics, and value-based care. Prior to serving as the Chief Clinical Officer for Equality Health, he was Senior Medical Director at Oak Street Health, overseeing multiple clinical teams and driving innovative models of value-based care delivery, resulting in improved patient outcomes and increased operational efficiency. His expertise lies in enterprise-wide strategy, clinical delivery innovation, medical cost management, and the development of technology-enabled and data-informed clinical tools and processes.Dr. Poku was also previously Chief Medical Officer at NextHealth Technologies through the company's acquisition by Softheon Technologies, where he formulated and executed clinical and product strategies for an AI-powered healthcare analytics platform. During his tenure, he successfully led client success, sales, and ongoing product development, optimizing informatics processes to enable health plan customers to achieve maximum ROI from their analytics investments. Dr. Poku also served as Senior Medical Director at Signify Health, where he developed and led clinical strategies and execution for complex care management and at-home wellness programs.Dr. Poku continues to practice, holding academic faculty positions at various health systems. Throughout his career, Dr. Poku has authored numerous publications on topics such as care coordination, healthcare analytics, patient relationship management, and several topics at the intersection of healthcare and technology.Dr. Poku received his MD from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. He trained at Johns...

Hackers begin leaking Change Healthcare data as Congress prepares for hearings on the cyberattack. More prior authorization changes could be on the way. And CVS plans to open Oak Street Health clinics at its retail pharmacy stores. That's coming up on today's episode of Gist Healthcare Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this compelling episode of the Healthcare Trailblazers Podcast, we have the privilege of hosting Dr. Ali Khan, the Chief Medical Officer of Oak Street Health, as we delve into the transformative world of value-based care. From his foundational experiences at the VA Health Care Center to leading the charge at Oak Street Health, Dr. Khan offers a rich narrative on the evolution of healthcare towards a model that truly prioritizes patient outcomes over volume. Broadcasting live from Oak Street Health's headquarters in Chicago, this episode is a deep dive into the mechanics, challenges, and profound impacts of value-based care on both providers and patients.Key Takeaways:A New Paradigm in Healthcare: Dr. Khan's journey into the realm of value-based care, marking a departure from traditional fee-for-service models towards a system that rewards the quality of care provided.Innovation and Integration at Oak Street Health: Insight into Oak Street Health's unique approach to healthcare, including the integration of non-medical staff like drivers into the care team, underscoring the importance of community and holistic care.The Role of Technology and Training: The critical part that telehealth and electronic health records played in enhancing patient care and provider coordination at the VA and how these lessons apply to today's healthcare challenges.Overcoming Skepticism: Dr. Khan shares how changing the incentive structure in healthcare can lead to significant improvements in workflow, patient engagement, and overall health outcomes.Building Trust through Comprehensive Care: A look into Oak Street Health's success in creating a healthcare environment that fosters trust and proactive management of patients' health, leading to better outcomes and patient satisfaction.Expanding the Boundaries of Care: Dr. Khan discusses the expansion of Oak Street Health under CVS Health's umbrella, emphasizing the importance of reaching underserved communities and the continuous need for innovation in care delivery.

For a full transcript of this episode, click here. Hey, Relentless Health Value Tribe, thanks so much for being here this week. I gotta say, I really appreciate all of you who write and tell me that you kick off your Thursdays by listening to this show every week. You just pop open your app and you listen to the show. Because yeah, we're a pretty sure thing over here. If the guest was boring or if the guest was talking about stuff that I already know and probably you already know, the guest would not be on the show. So, listening to Relentless Health Value every week is a hugely easy way to just keep up with what's going on and, at the same time, get a pretty holistic deep dive into how all of the various parts of the industry fit together and how they ultimately impact patients and anybody who is at risk to pay for their care. One thing that you'll notice about the guests who we invite to come on Relentless Health Value, they are usually not the ones who are merely going to recite a very well-curated point of view that is fully in line with some marketing pitch. It would be easy enough, honestly—it would be so much easier—to just invite all of the bigwigs who we get pitched. I get 50 pitches a day from PR teams who want to get their executives to come on the show because they want to get their message out to you, Relentless Health Value Tribe. You, for sure, have a reputation of being industry movers and shakers. Although it would be super easy for me to phone it in and let them have their way with you, I've never been one to take the easy way. I want to find those individuals to be guests who are willing to share actionable insights to actually tell the truth. I'm really not into someone hijacking this platform for their own self-interest when that self-interest is not aligned with anything that I would consider a win-win for patients. You'll probably find more actionable insights here than listening to talk tracks, even if you're just listening to figure out what to include in your pitch to some of these industry insiders. I'm gonna tell you that repeating their marketing spin or their party line isn't probably gonna sell much. What they will say in public and what they really want to do are so very often sadly at counterpoint. So, come here for the real story. Alright, so let's get to the conversation that we're gonna have today, which is about and for digital health vendors' or virtual care providers' point solutions (they go by many names) and also for anybody who is a customer of said solutions. If we're taking it from the top here, let me just make a Captain Obvious point. These digital health vendors, they kind of have to perform better than the traditional community health providers. Otherwise, they have no reason to exist, really, right? Purchasers would just go with the local gang of care providers. So then, what does “perform better” actually mean? Let's discuss. I'd say perform better means to offer better measurable patient outcomes probably, both clinically and patient reported. I'd also say it means to offer more affordability. Also, better engagement, accessibility, and maybe all of this at a better cost profile for purchasers such as employers or health plans that are taking on actual risk. So, if all things are equal, again, why the heck would an employer or other purchaser even bother? It couldn't even be considered, honestly, a member benefit from a regular benefit perspective if the local standard of care is superior or just as good. Now, if any clinical entity is looking to actually achieve better performance in any or all of the ways that I just mentioned with any level of consistency and in a way that is profitable for them and their investors, you got to do a few things. And one of them is to design and implement care flows, care processes, pathways—again, you can pick a name and define it how you like. But bottom line, there needs to be a standardized way to deliver high-quality care that is measurable. Here's Ali Khan, MD, MPP, who is chief medical officer over at Oak Street Health, talking about this. He says: “At Oak Street Health we think about standardization as a 70/30 split. It is important that the largest aspects of what your care team does are standardized. (...) The bulk of the work that we do is to make sure not only that we set standards, but that we also disseminate standards, coach standards, review standards, and then update and iterate those based on the things we learned. Our standards are constantly evolving and improving.” Okay, so said another way, gotta have and use care flows. This doesn't seem like rocket science, but yeah, that is a blue's clue for what's coming up here. So, how are most digital health vendors doing when it comes to care flows performing better? Rik Renard and Thomas Vande Casteele from Awell have done a survey with a group called Health Tech Nerds and have dug into the usage of care flows among, specifically, digital health vendors. Given everything aforementioned, I wasn't surprised to hear that 84% of digital health vendors use care flows in 2023 … 84%. But it was kind of shocking, to be honest, to hear that in 2023, only 16% use care flows that they feel are based on evidence and the science of medicine. If you don't follow the latest science, then outcomes, both clinically as well as probably patient-reported outcomes, won't be of the “perform better” variety. Oh, boy. Also, only 7% of respondents have the ingredients to build a 360-degree picture of how their flows impact finances and quality of care. And I say that because only 7% can and do measure four things. And here's the four things: 1. Performance metrics such as patient engagement and compliance rates 2. Financial metrics such as revenue per patient/per member 3. Clinician-reported outcomes 4. Patient-reported outcomes, or PROMs Seven percent. That is less than one out of ten of these digital health vendors. There are other higher, but still pretty sad, percentages that measure combinations of the above four factors; but only 7% measure all of them. And if you don't or can't measure what you're doing, then you wind up with what my guest Rik Renard calls black box care, which is another way of saying if you don't measure it, you can't manage it. Because think about it, if you have black box care, well, the solutions to perform better are also a black box. If you don't know the problem, good luck finding the solution to it. A few things as we contemplate all of this. First of all, as Stacy Mays pointed out to me, if that digital health vendor is working for different payers or different purchasers, those different payers or purchasers might demand different care flows; and those different care flows might ladder up to different ultimate goals. The hard part about being a digital health vendor employed by a payer or a purchaser is that your customer is the boss of you. So, complication. The other relevant conversation I had is with David Claud, MD, PhD, who told me that many employers/customers evaluating healthcare vendors, like on-site clinics, do not have the clinical expertise to meaningfully evaluate the quality of care; so, they tend to focus more on cost and service. When this happens, you kinda wind up with a race to the bottom, where being really nice and being cheap are more important than actually delivering high-quality care that no one can measure anyway. And the last point that I'll bring up is what Sanat Dixit, MD, MBA, FACS, brought up the other day; and I love how he put it. He said doctors don't tend to caucus well. And coming up with care standards and best practice care flows means getting everybody to walk the same pathways. Bottom line, it's really pretty hard to be a digital health entrepreneur these days. Coming up here, I have a conversation with Barbara Wachsman. Barbara was the managing director over at Disney. She's worked for PE (private equity) as well as being executive director over at PBGH, the Purchaser Business Group on Health. So, that's upcoming in a couple of weeks. But the point that Barbara makes, which I think is really apropos here, she said that, in the United States, we desperately need really talented and great digital health vendors, great entrepreneurs, ones who actually can deliver real results and do it at a fair price. So, my hope is that we get better at these care flows. Now, I say all this to say, let's take the conversation today as an opportunity for both entrepreneurs, vendors, as well as customers like employers and other purchasers or payers. It's an opportunity to recognize and work together where there's room for improvement and also place value on achieving that headroom. As I mentioned earlier, in this healthcare podcast I am speaking with Rik Renard from Awell. Rik has a background in nursing and healthcare management. He joined Awell four years ago and now manages strategic accounts. For more on this topic, listen to the show with George Mathew, MD, MBA, FACP (EP253).   Also mentioned in this episode are Ali Khan, MD, MPP; Oak Street Health; Thomas Vande Casteele; Stacy Mays; David Claud, MD, PhD; Sanat Dixit, MD, MBA, FACS; Barbara Wachsman; George T. Mathew, MD, MBA, FACP; Yubin Park, PhD; Jessica H. Green, MPH; Thyme Care; Better Health; Wellinks; Bob Matthews; Emily Kagan Trenchard; Robert Pearl, MD; and J. Michael Connors, MD.   You can learn more at Awell and CareOps. You can also follow Rik on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter).   Rik Renard transitioned from a nurse practitioner to a start-up operator. Currently leading strategic accounts at Awell, Rik focuses on helping large care organizations make their care flows work harder than their care teams. As the coauthor and driving force behind CareOps, a vibrant community of over 4000 healthcare professionals focused on enhancing care flows, he imparts insights on designing and improving care flows. His expertise is grounded in over five years of hands-on experience, during which he has successfully implemented over 50 care flows in various medical areas, including oncology, musculoskeletal disorders, and cardiovascular care. These efforts have significantly improved patient outcomes and efficiently freed up time for healthcare teams. Holding a master's degree in health care management and policy from Ghent University, Rik combines his educational background with real-world experience to make a tangible impact in healthcare.   09:26 Why should clinicians care about care processes and care flows? 12:05 Why do care flows and care processes have a bad reputation? 12:31 What components does a good pathway include? 14:51 Why pathways need to be looked at as a process of continuous reconfiguration. 17:15 Who did Awell survey about care processes and flows? 18:42 How many clinicians were using care flows, and what did those care flows look like? 25:45 EP315 with Bob Matthews. 26:44 EP392 with Emily Kagan Trenchard. 28:21 EP412 with Robert Pearl, MD. 30:01 “Just document something.” 30:14 What was a shocking find from this care process survey? 31:06 Is AI the answer? 34:13 Why is it important to get the foundation of data correct before introducing AI? 34:51 How should employers use this information to vet vendors?   You can learn more at Awell and CareOps. You can also follow Rik on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter).   @rikrenard discusses #digitalhealthvendors and #patientoutcomes on our #healthcarepodcast. #healthcare #podcast #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation   Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! AJ Loiacono (Encore! EP379), Nina Lathia, Marshall Allen, Stacey Richter (INBW39), Peter Hayes, Joey Dizenhouse, Benjamin Jolley, Emily Kagan Trenchard (Encore! EP392), Cora Opsahl (Encore! EP372), Jodilyn Owen    

In this episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie chat with social worker Aaron Shivers from Oak Street Health and talk about Groundhog Day Books! Some upcoming programs:Davenport Black Voices: A Worthy Story –  February 22nd @ 6 – 7pm | FairmountTeen DIY: Faux Neon Sign – February 17th @ 11 – 12pm | MainPalentine's Party – February 13th @ 4 – 5pm | FairmountHelpful links from our discussion:Oak St. Health (Davenport, IA) KanopyQC BeatsBlack History Month Reading ChallengeLibrary Links:Simply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and The Library will put the latest title on hold for you automatically! Select as many as you want. Questions? Give us a call: (563) 326-7832  Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide! 

Good morning friends and neighbors! Thank you for watching the show and #auroraweather and be sure to use the hashtag to stay up to date on the temps locally. We have a great show for you this morning and awesome guests. Our guests are Joshua Meyers & Sylvia Alston of Wintrust Commercial. We have a second portion with our friend Nick Thompson from the Aurora Participatory Democracy Hub as well. Let's get ready to learn! Here's the news: - Saturday, February 3rd the Quad County African American Chamber of Commerce will present their 15th annual Jazz Brunch Scholarship Awards! The event will take place at Hotel Arista (2159 City Gate Ln.) in Naperville from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. The QCAACC does much in our community to uplift and support youth! Lean more about what the chamber does by visiting their website here: https://www.quadcountyaachamber.org/ - Wellness Workshops are scheduled for Friday's, February 2nd and 16th at the Oak Street Health community room! These helpful sessions are free, open to the public and one of many great initiatives by the team of Ellie Mental Health. For more information call (630) 394-1379! - English for citizenship classes begin this month, online, courtesy of our friends of World Relief Chicagoland. Courses are Monday's & Wednesday's from 11 am to 1 pm, Tuesday's & Thursday's from 11 am to 1 pm and Friday from 9 am to noon. The courses are free, for more information scan the QR code on the flyer or call (630) 888-0023. Have a great rest of the day! Good Morning Aurora will return with more news, weather and the very best of Aurora. Subscribe to the show on YouTube at this link: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodMorningAuroraPodcast The second largest city's first daily news podcast is here. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday & Friday to our FB Live from 8 am to 9 am. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay updated on all things Aurora. Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodmorningaurorail Instagram: goodmorningaurorail Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dVweK5Zc4uPVQQ0Fp1vEP... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../good-morning.../id1513229463 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningauroraACTV (Aurora Community Television): https://www.aurora-il.org/309/Aurora-Community-TV #positivevibes #positiveenergy #downtownaurora #kanecountyil #bataviail #genevail #stcharlesil #saintcharlesil #elginil #northaurorail #auroraillinois #cityofaurorail #auroramedia #auroranews #goodmorningaurora #news #dailynews #subscribe #youtube #podcast #spotify #morningnews #morningshow #wednesday --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodmorningaurora/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodmorningaurora/support

In this episode, Prashanth Sarpamale, CEO of Althea.ai, discusses the company's focus on integrating health equity with patient engagement and closing care gaps. He explains how they use healthcare analytics and AI methodology to identify social determinants of health and their impact on patient health. Prashanth also shares insights on his journey from chief data analytics officer to CEO and the importance of leveraging data and analytics to drive clinical outcomes. This episode provides valuable information on the intersection of technology and healthcare. Highlights: [00:01:03] Closing care gaps in healthcare. [00:04:06] Ensuring care teams have the necessary data. [00:09:08] Non-traditional sources of data. [00:14:29] Interoperability and healthcare systems. [00:16:53] Medicare spending stabilization. [00:23:12] Building analytics skills for transition. [00:26:04] Progressions into high levels of management. Guest: Prashanth is the CEO of Althea.ai, which is focused on using analytics to integrate Health Equity with Whole Person Care. Before joining Althea.ai, he was Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Oak Street Health. In this leading Value-Based Care company, he leveraged data to drive innovation and enhance patient care. Before his tenure at Oak Street Health, Prashanth served as Senior Vice President for Operations Analytics at United Health Care, where he led all Data Engineering, Business Insights, and Advanced Analytics and Research for all lines of business – Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial. Before this, he set up and led global analytics practices at UnitedHealth and Hewlett-Packard. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prashanth-sarpamale-99ba7b/ --- Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Tech Trek, and we would appreciate it if you would take a minute to rate and review us on your favorite podcast player. Want to learn more about us? Head over at https://www.elevano.com Have questions or want to cover specific topics with our future guests? Please message me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/amirbormand (Amir Bormand)

With 1 out of every 3 U.S. health care dollars emanating from Washington, the federal government is the single largest payer of health services in the United States and accounts for nearly half of all national health spending. As our country ages, these forces are accelerating, with Medicare spending alone projected to increase by 7.5% annually through 2031. Healthcare companies that depend on government revenue – or are downstream from it – must begin to view policymakers as among their most important customers. Impactful organizations that will succeed in the new era of value-based care will learn how to leverage the unparalleled value of internal advocacy.  By creating extraordinarily powerful messaging for policymakers to understand what is needed for value-based innovation, we exercise our right to form a more perfect union.  While healthcare will never be perfect, we must still strive for perfection – that is at the heart of value-based care transformation in our country! On the Race to Value this week, we interview Andrew Schwab – a value-based care leader, an intentional strategist, and a master of Washington's internal game.  He brings a bold, brash, no-holds-barred approach to government affairs by coaching and mentoring forward-thinking organizations ready to invest in their internal policy teams so they can thrive in a new era of value-based care.  Prior to establishing his own firm, Platform Government Strategies, Andrew advocated in-house on behalf of both nonprofits and private sector organizations. Most recently, Andrew established Oak Street Health's first government affairs function that put them at the center of the national value-based care conversation and contributed to their recent acquisition by CVS Health. Episode Bookmarks: 01:30 The federal government is the single largest payer of health services and accounts for nearly half of all national health spending. 02:00 Healthcare companies that depend on government revenue must begin to view policymakers as among their most important customers. 02:30 Introduction to Andrew Schwab and his public affairs consulting firm, Platform Government Strategies. 05:30 The glacial pace of the value-based care movement.  Is there truly bipartisan consensus on the aims of health value? 07:00 2030 Medicare VBC Goal (“The government is putting its thumb on the scale for value-based care.”) 08:15 The 1st Amendment right to petition government for redress of grievances (“Advocacy and lobbying are quintessentially American.”) 09:00 “Elected officials and appointed regulators in Washington D.C. and in state capitals react to a different set of incentives.” 10:00 Explosive growth of the Medicare Advantage program. 11:00 Consumer-centric innovation and higher quality of care in MA plans. 11:30 Political controversy with MA (e.g. PE-backing, overpayment concerns, risk adjustment gaming, “perverse business model”) 13:00 Critics of MA ranging from physicians and hospitals protecting the “sanctity of fee-for-service" to those leery of privatization. 13:30 The incredible popularity of MA and the research showing it has superior outcomes. 14:00 Mitigating the potential for upcoding with the new V28 risk adjustment methodology being implemented over next 3 years. 15:00 MA is paid more than Traditional Medicare, but it offers more in terms of benefits (e.g. hearing, dental, vision, population health interventions). 16:00 Private equity investment and payvider innovation (e.g. Oak Street Health, VillageMD, Centerwell, Archwell). 17:00 The importance of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures since process measures alone don't achieve patient-centeredness. 19:00 “Outcomes should be the most important metric by which we judge the health of our healthcare system.” 20:00 “We need to put providers that participate in value-based relationships at the center of advocacy pushes in Washington and in state capitals.” 21:00 If we are incentivized to keep patients healthy and out ...

In this video, we'll perform a CVS stock analysis and figure out what CVS Health looks like based on the numbers. Today we review the cash flow and potential return of $CVS stock. 10 Years of financial history and performance, this company has NEVER BEEN CHEAPER and is possibly a huge investment opportunity! CVS stock at the current prices gives you Aetna, Signify Heath and Oak Street Health almost for free! We'll also try to figure out what a reasonable fair value is for CVS Health. And answer is CVS one of the best dividend stocks to buy at the current price? Find out in the video above! Global Value's CVS Health Corporation stock analysis. TIKR is the website I use for financial data in my videos. Join me and thousands of investors worldwide by using TIKR in your investment analysis. All funds from referrals directly support the channel to improve video quality! Referral link - https://www.tikr.com/globalvalue Check out Seeking Alpha Premium and score an exclusive $50 off coupon plus a free 7 day trial! All funds from affiliate referrals go directly towards supporting the channel! Affiliate link - https://www.sahg6dtr.com/H4BHRJ/R74QP/ Discover new investing resources and directly support the channel by shopping my Amazon storefront! All commissions are reinvested to improve the quality of videos! https://www.amazon.com/shop/globalvalue CVS Health Corporation ($CVS) | CVS Health Corporation Stock Value Analysis | CVS Health Corporation Stock Dividend Analysis | CVS Dividend Analysis | $CVS Dividend Analysis | CVS Health Corporation Intrinsic Value | CVS Intrinsic Value | $CVS Intrinsic Value | CVS Health Intrinsic Value | CVS Health Corporation Discounted Cash Flow Model | CVS Health Corporation DCF Analysis | CVS Discounted Cash Flow Analysis | CVS DCF Model #CVS #cvshealth #cvs stock #stockmarket #dividend #stocks #investing #valueinvesting (Recorded October 30, 2023)

The US primary care industry is in a period of rapid disruption, as dozens of new players raise capital like never before. While the operating methods of these new companies vary, the mission is the same – to utilize primary care to provide high quality, convenient care at a lower cost. In this episode, Jen, Mindy, and Ryan are joined by Vynamic's Jed Barnes, to discuss what these changes mean for the future of primary care and healthcare industry at large. Podcast Tags: healthcare, primary care, providers, value based care, fee for serviceFor more information about Vynamic's work in the Provider sector, please visit https://vynamic.com/sectors/providers/Source Links:·      Primary Care in High-Income Countries: How the United States Compares·      5 Things to Know about Amazon's Recent One Medical Acquisition·      How Amazon built its healthcare strategy from Haven to One Medical·      Amazon's Foray into Primary Care Won't Be Easy·      CVS closes $10.6B acquisition of Oak Street Health to expand primary care footprint·      JPM21: Oak Street Health, One Medical CEOs explain how healthcare models can actually scale·      Convergence in Healthcare: Providers, Employers, and Health PlanFor additional discussion, please contact us at TrendingHealth.com or share a voicemail at 1-888-VYNAMIC.Jed Barnes, ManagerJed.Barnes@vynamic.comMindy McGrath, Healthcare Industry Advisor and Head of Public Health Sector Mindy.McGrath@vynamic.com Ryan Hummel, Executive and Head of Provider Sector Ryan.Hummel@vynamic.com  Jen Burke, Director Jen.Burke@vynamic.com

THG interviews James "JP" Patrick. JP is a personal trainer located in Columbia, SC. He specializes in wellness, massage therapy and mental health advocacy. With over 15 years of experience as a fitness professional, he 's worked with former mayor Steve Benjamin's community wellness initiative, as well as partnered with Columbia Parks and Recreation & Oak Street Health, a national FRA Franchise Physicians Clinic to provide community classes for all to enjoy. He believes that the more he educates others, the more he desires to learn. JP is a recent recipient of Columbia's Business Monthly Best and Brightest Under 35 and is the owner of ASPIRE Wellness. You can watch him alongside Billie Jean Shaw  every week on WIS-TV's Soda City Live Wellness Wednesday segment. JP has also launched his own podcast, The Black Queer Culture Show that delves into topics relevant to both the black and queer communities. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Also follow us on Instagram and Facebook @hilltopglove. Sponsored by: BOPs, Red Rooster Sports Bar & Grill, Lynx Recording Studios, Mid Carolina Service Co., and TruBrilliance Ent.

In our latest podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Andrew Schwab, the Vice President & Head of Government Affairs at Oak Street Health. Together, we dived deep into the realm of policy strategies, entrepreneurial stability, and the future of value-based care.Andrew elaborates on why maintaining a long-term view is crucial in policy strategies and the role it plays in patient-centered healthcare. For budding entrepreneurs, he underscores the importance of financial backing, a critical safety net that allows innovators to focus on the business vision rather than immediate survival needs.One of the key topics we explored is value-based care and its vast superiority over the 'fee for service' model. Is it so successful that the government might reconsider the PMPM as patients become less costly? Andrew further sheds light on why value-based care aligns more closely with patients' needs and desires. It fosters deeper relationships between doctors and patients, leading to higher professional satisfaction for physicians.Tune in to discover insightful perspectives on healthcare policy and entrepreneurial strategies. It's a conversation packed with valuable takeaways for anyone interested in healthcare entrepreneurship and policy reform. Don't miss out!Learn more about Andrew SchwabLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewschwab/ Learn more about Previva Health Group:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/previva-health-group/Website: https://previva.com/  

In this episode, regular guest Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, joins the podcast to share an update on Kaiser Permanente's new value-based nonprofit Risant Health and CVS Health's acquisition of Oak Street Health.

In this episode we are joined again by regular guest, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, to discuss CVS Health releasing their Q1 financial report & completing their acquisition of Oak Street Health, and Intermountain & OhioHealth starting deals with Surgery Partners to ramp up ASC growth.

Dr. K speaks with Dr. Ali Kahn, Chief Medical Officer at Oak Street Health. They discuss value based care strategies for primary care and their engaged specialists. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio.” Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Chicago is competing for another big biomedical hub. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about that and other efforts underway in the life sciences sector in and around Chicago. Plus: A federal judge blocks an Affordable Care Act rule requiring insurers to cover preventive care; a Lake Shore Drive redesign project shows off a dramatic new look for Oak Street Beach; CVS' acquisition of Oak Street Health clears a regulatory hurdle; and a Lurie Children's Hospital survey finds most Chicago parents, and many kids, worry over mass shootings

Good morning ladies and gentlemen. Our guest today is Mr. Simon Rodriguez, Youth Services Manager for the City of Aurora. Today we'll be talking about programs and services available to Aurora youth and families. Let's get ready for a great show! Here's the news: - Senior Painting Class will be taking place on Monday March 27th, from 1 pm to 2 pm. This will take place at Oak Street Health, located at 1022 N. Farnsworth avenue in Aurora. This will be a fun and creative experience, for seniors, and will also feature light refreshments. Call (630) 358-9232 to RSVP! - Thursday, April 27th from 9 to 10 am, there will be a helpful event taking place at the Aurora Public Library. Estate Planning 101, protecting your family's future, is an event that is very important. This is a complimentary session hosted by the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley & Mickey, Wilson, Weiler, Renzi, Lenert & Julien, P.C. & Elder Law Center, P.C.. This event will be held at the Santori Branch of the public library, 101 S. River street in downtown. Don't miss this event! - Monday, March 27th will be the next meeting of the Youth Advisory Committee. This will take place at the Alive Center in downtown Aurora, 78 S. LaSalle street and starts at 4 pm. This great initiative is in collaboration with the office of State Representative Barbara Hernandez. The Youth Advisory Committee is open to youth ages 13 to 18. See the flyer for more details or call (630) 270-1848 with any questions. Have a safe and prosperous day! Good Morning Aurora will return Friday with more news and more Aurora. Subscribe to the show on YouTube at this link: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodMorningAuroraPodcast The second largest city's first daily news podcast is here. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday & Friday to our FB Live from 8 am to 9 am. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay updated on all things Aurora. Twitter: goodmorningaur1 Instagram: goodmorningaurorail Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dVweK5Zc4uPVQQ0Fp1vEP... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../good-morning.../id1513229463 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora #positivevibes #positiveenergy #downtownaurora #kanecountyil #bataviail #genevail #stcharlesil #saintcharlesil #elginil #northaurorail #auroraillinois #auroramedia #auroranews #goodmorning #goodmorningaurora #news #dailynews #subscribe #youtube #podcast #spotify #morningnews #morningshow #wednesday --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodmorningaurora/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodmorningaurora/support

CVS Health is ranked number four on the Fortune 500. And when Karen Lynch became the company's CEO in 2021, it was a big deal. No woman had ever led a company that highly ranked on the list before. Plus, she brought some serious ambitions for healthcare to her role. The short version: she wants to provide a continuum of both physical and mental healthcare for CVS customers. Since taking over as CEO almost exactly two years ago, Lynch has initiated a plan to transform hundreds of the brand's almost 10,000 U.S. stores into super-clinics. And, she's spent billions on acquisitions that move CVS into primary care and home healthcare. In this episode of Leadership Next, Lynch joins hosts Alan Murray and Ellen McGirt to discuss how far CVS has come in the 60 years since its founding as Consumer Value Stores. She explains how the company's recent acquisitions of Oak Street Health and Signify fit into her larger vision, how the pandemic has influenced the company's strategy and how technology is transforming healthcare. Lynch also shares more about her personal passion for health, the importance of including mental health services in primary care and her journey as a woman in leadership. Explore more of Fortune! Use the promo code LN25 to get 25% off our annual subscription at fortune.com/subscribe.

Aledade's $1 Billion in Primary Care Savings Guest host Mitch Holdwick joins Jared to profile Aledade, the physician-led ACO that has saved independent primary care providers more than a billion dollars.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the bigger picture that's being revealed by CVS' acquisition of Oak Street Health. What could happen if hospitals and health systems finally take a chapter out of the retail playbook and invest in making their consumer experience a competitive advantage?  Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

February 27, 2023: Priscilla Sandberg, Strategic Alliance Manager at Pure Storage joins Bill for the news. 2022 was a bad financial year. The pandemic has brought a new outlook on finances and health systems are looking at where their expenses really are. Do we need to rebuild the current financial system and is that even feasible or do hospitals need to start spending money to make money? The nature of primary care is shifting and places like CVS and Amazon are breaching the space. Is it time to adapt and partner? How can we manage nurses better to maximize their talents and ensure retention long term? How is toxic positivity hurting our work environments?Key Points:Hospital median monthly margins lingered in the red throughout the first 11 months of 2022Kaiser posts 4.5 billion net loss for 2022CVS Health acquires Oak Street Health for 10.6 billionPure StorageNews articles:Hospitals suffer worst financial year since the pandemic Kaiser posts $4.5B net loss in 2022 amid staff shortages, economic headwinds US spends most on healthcare but has worse outcomes: 6 report findingsHealthcare needs innovative ways to address staffing shortages from clinical to IT employees. Are you curious about how technology can help support your Healthcare staff? Join us on our March 9 webinar, “Leaders Series: The Changing Nature of Work,” to explore how Health IT can be used to supplement Healthcare professionals https://thisweekhealth.com/leaders-series-the-changing-nature-of-work-remote-hybrid-onsite-shortages/This Week Health SubscribeThis Week Health TwitterThis Week Health LinkedinAlex's...

On today's episode, we discuss the significance of Amazon buying a primary care network, how ChatGPT did when it took the US Medical Licensing Exam, and what an Apple mixed reality headset could do to treat pain. "In Other News," we talk about health information being shared for advertising purposes and what to make of CVS buying Oak Street Health. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Lisa Phillips and Rajiv Leventhal.   Register for our Live Virtual Summit : Attention! Seizing the Retail Opportunity  https://on.emarketer.com/Attention-Summit-20230303-Reg-Page.html?Source=Podcast   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/behindthenumbers_podcast/   For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@insiderintelligence.com For more information visit: https://www.insiderintelligence.com/contact/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:  https://content-na1.emarketer.com/podcast-daily-what-big-tech-players-doing-healthcare-who-s-primed-most-disruptive?_ga=2.173718692.66314754.1677192434-175926949.1671072240&_gl=1*6dpz1o*_ga*MTc1OTI2OTQ5LjE2NzEwNzIyNDA.*_ga_XXYLHB9SXG*MTY3NzE5MjQzNC4xNi4wLjE2NzcxOTI0MzQuMC4wLjA.   © 2023 Insider Intelligence      Tinuiti is the largest independent performance marketing firm across Streaming TV and the Triopoly of Google, Meta, Amazon, with over 1,200 employees and $3 billion in digital media under management. Tinuiti has industry-leading expertise in search, social, Amazon and marketplaces, addressable TV and mobile apps, Lifecycle Marketing, and more.  

CVS's plan to buy Oak Street Health, a network of senior-focused clinics, is the latest sign of the growing tie-ups between health insurers and primary-care doctors. WSJ's Anna Wilde Mathews unpacks why the deal is happening and how it's cementing CVS's status as a healthcare giant. Further Reading: - CVS Reaches $10.6 Billion Deal to Buy Clinic Owner Oak Street Health  - CVS Looks to Add Doctors to Its Payroll  - CVS Completes $70 Billion Acquisition of Aetna  Further Listening: - Is Healthcare Amazon's Next Big Thing?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The State of Consumer Transformation (250th episode) Celebrate the 250th episode as Jared and Zain give a "State of the State" of Consumer Transformation. They start off by the numbers, sharing some figures from research across the industry about what consumers want and how healthcare organizations are meeting those demands (or not). Then they discuss who's trending up and down and wrap up by creating a consumer cocktail. All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the rumors that CVS is exploring an acquisition of Oak Street Health. Can retailers, hospitals, and value-based primary care coexist, and can a less-hospital-centric version of healthcare benefit everyone?  Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

CVS digs into primary care with $9.5 bln Oak Street Health deal. Madonna at the Grammys. Petros Papadakis. Outdoor dining being debated by L.A. County Ding Dong!

Plus: CVS shares rise 3.5% after agreement to acquire Oak Street Health. Walt Disney shares rose more than 8% after hours following the announcement of its plans to lay off 7,000 workers. J.R. Whalen reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CVS is again rumored to be in talks to purchase primary care provider Oak Street Health. A judge strikes down key parts of the surprise billing arbitration process. And, a potential treatment for RSV may be out of reach for kids in need. That's coming up on today's episode of Gist Healthcare Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neil Grossman, former CIO with TKNG Capital, joins the show to talk about the Fed and breaks down Jay Powell's comments from yesterday. Michael Cuggino, President & Portfolio Manager of the Permanent Portfolio Family of Funds, joins the program to discuss sectors he likes and gives his market outlook. Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO and Chief Strategist of Quill Intelligence, joins the program to discuss Jay Powell's comments from Tuesday and the Fed's rate hike path. Jonathan Palmer, Senior Industry Analyst with Bloomberg Intelligence, joins the program to break down CVS earnings and discuss their acquisition of Oak Street Health. Bryan Whalen, co-chief investment officer and generalist portfolio manager with TCW Investment Management, joins us for a monthly TCW segment for the latest on fixed income markets. Hosted by Kriti Gupta and John Tucker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg News M&A Reporter Michelle Davis discusses CVS Agreeing to buy Oak Street Health in a $10.6 billion deal that further integrates primary care into the health-care conglomerate. Bloomberg Businessweek Editor Joel Weber and Businessweek Technology Reporter Drake Bennett provide the details of Drake's Businessweek Magazine story Shell's Plan to Fight Climate Change Is Missing Some Key Details. Axel Hefer, CEO at Trivago, talks about earnings results and the travel landscape. And we Drive to the Close with Robert Stimpson, CIO of Oak Associates. Hosts: Carol Massar and Mike Regan. Producer: Paul Brennan.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we are rejoined by Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, to discuss CVS Health closing in on deal to buy Oak Street Health and 2022 being the 2nd-highest year for healthcare deal activity for private equity.

Stocks pulled back in Wednesday trading amid more earnings and concerns around the Fed's rate hike path. CME CEO Terry Duffy breaks down the trading environment and the signals he sees from chair Powell. CVS CEO Karen Lynch joins for an exclusive interview on the back of earnings and a multi-billion dollar deal for Oak Street Health. Under Armour founder Kevin Plank and interim CEO Colin Browne discuss earnings and inventory issues. Plus the latest on Uber's pop, a hiccup around Activision's deal with Microsoft, and Bard's blunder that sent shares of Alphabet lower.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the housing market, including a look at the 50 highest-priced home sales last year in Chicago and some clues that local home prices may have found their happy place. Plus: Execs pitch 10-year income tax hike to cover pensions, CVS agrees to buy Oak Street Health in $10.6 billion deal, West Loop office landlord hit with foreclosure lawsuit and demographic details revealed for Cook County guaranteed income program.

In this episode, Scott discusses CVS nearing a $10.5 billion acquisition of Oak Street Health.

US equity futures are indicating a higher open as of 05:00 ET. European equity markets are firmer, following mixed Asian trade. Markets are awaiting Fed Chair Powell's remarks later today. The yen is trading above its one-month low against the dollar. Companies Mentioned: CVS Health, Oak Street Health, Baidu

In this episode we are rejoined by Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, to discuss CVS's possible  acquisition of Oak Street Health and health systems reporting that their return to profitability could take multiple years.

US futures are pointing to a lower open as of 04:05 ET. European equity markets are down in early trades, following mixed Asian markets. Risk appetite is slightly softer after the hawkish-leaning Fedspeak continued to highlight higher-for-longer rate stance. Fed non-voting members expect rates to top 5%. In the near term, possibility of a 25bps hike in February is currently priced in.Companies Mentioned: Microsoft, Vale, CVS Health, Oak Street Health, Johnson & Johnson

Crain's reporter Danny Ecker talks with host Amy Guth about how a booming Fulton Market could force issues with infrastructure. Plus: Illinois Senate passes assault weapons ban after heated debate; CVS exploring a $10 billion-plus acquisition of Oak Street Health; Sterigenics to pay $408 million in ethylene oxide settlement; and in on-time performance rankings, Southwest slips while United soars.