Podcasts about us healthcare

Last week Robert F Kennedy Jr, Donald Trump's health chief and a longtime vaccine sceptic, presented a report on children's health by the Make America Healthy Again (Maha) commission. The study singled out the negative impact of vaccines, ultra-processed foods, environmental chemicals, lack of exercise and “over-medicalisation”. This week, Jonathan Freedland speaks to Jessica Glenza about the long-term implications of the Maha movement's influence on US policy

“That's the great thing about upfront, all inclusive, transparent specialty care is you eliminate all of that, right? You purchase the service, you never see another bill from it again. You're done." - Dean JargoDean Jargo, CEO of Fair Market Health, joined me this week to share why US healthcare desperately needs to be a fair market. We talked about what that means and why it requires us to construct a new healthcare ecosystem, how it enables patients to actually receive better care at a lower price point, and how it can work in conjunction with employer benefits to create a more effective system for employers, employees, and providers. Join us this week on Self-Funded with Spencer as we talk the big-picture future of healthcare!Chapters:(00:00:00) Returning Healthcare To The Free Market | with Dean Jargo(00:03:50) Streamlining Healthcare Payments(00:10:02) Directly Purchasing Specialty Care(00:16:00) Why Healthcare Desperately Needs A Fair Market(00:21:44) Transparent Pricing Model(00:26:23) Creating A New Healthcare Ecosystem(00:53:12) Clear Pricing Leads To Informed Healthcare PurchasesKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

“That's the great thing about upfront, all inclusive, transparent specialty care is you eliminate all of that, right? You purchase the service, you never see another bill from it again. You're done." - Dean JargoDean Jargo, CEO of Fair Market Health, joined me this week to share why US healthcare desperately needs to be a fair market. We talked about what that means and why it requires us to construct a new healthcare ecosystem, how it enables patients to actually receive better care at a lower price point, and how it can work in conjunction with employer benefits to create a more effective system for employers, employees, and providers. Join us this week on Self-Funded with Spencer as we talk the big-picture future of healthcare!Chapters:(00:00:00) Returning Healthcare To The Free Market | with Dean Jargo(00:03:50) Streamlining Healthcare Payments(00:10:02) Directly Purchasing Specialty Care(00:16:00) Why Healthcare Desperately Needs A Fair Market(00:21:44) Transparent Pricing Model(00:26:23) Creating A New Healthcare Ecosystem(00:53:12) Clear Pricing Leads To Informed Healthcare PurchasesKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

Five years ago this month, I died. I mean, not for long—but long enough. In this episode, I talk about it. The cardiac arrest. The four-year curse. The memory gaps. The part where Kristen saved my life on a mattress, then got told I was “end of life” and left in a hospital hallway with no cell service. I don't usually get into this on the podcast, but it's time. I also talk about what it's like to return to clinic too soon, what empathy fatigue feels like when it hits you mid-exam, and why Australia's healthcare system makes me want to scream and cry and hug a Medicare card. Oh, and yes, I checked—I did not get a single ophthalmology consult while hospitalized. Rude. Takeaways: I Gave the Saddest Talk in Australia—and They Thanked Me for It. Nothing like telling an entire country of surgeons: "Whatever the U.S. does, do the opposite." We've Got Trauma. We've Got Memory Loss. We've Got... Thai Food? My hippocampus was out to lunch, but at least I wasn't. Shoutout to solo dinners in Sydney. Cardiac Arrest Might've Been the Easy Part. Kristen had to do chest compressions. Then fight a hospital. Then explain to our kids why Dad was suddenly gone. Empathy Fatigue is Real. And It's Ugly. I went back to work too soon. And I knew it the moment I got irrationally annoyed by dry eye complaints. I Think My Wife Asked for Artificial Tears While I Was in the ICU. I can't prove this, but it feels on brand. I'll confirm and get back to you. — To Get Tickets to Wife & Death: You can visit Glaucomflecken.com/live  We want to hear YOUR stories (and medical puns)! Shoot us an email and say hi! knockknockhi@human-content.com Can't get enough of us? Shucks. You can support the show on Patreon for early episode access, exclusive bonus shows, livestream hangouts, and much more! –⁠⁠⁠ http://www.patreon.com/glaucomflecken⁠⁠⁠  Also, be sure to check out the newsletter: https://glaucomflecken.com/glauc-to-me/ If you are interested in buying a book from one of our guests, check them all out here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr.glaucomflecken If you want more information on models I use: Anatomy Warehouse provides for the best, crafting custom anatomical products, medical simulation kits and presentation models that create a lasting educational impact.  For more information go to Anatomy Warehouse DOT com. Link: https://anatomywarehouse.com/?aff=14 Plus for 15% off use code: Glaucomflecken15 -- A friendly reminder from the G's and Tarsus: If you want to learn more about Demodex Blepharitis, making an appointment with your eye doctor for an eyelid exam can help you know for sure. Visit ⁠⁠⁠http://www.EyelidCheck.com⁠⁠⁠ for more information.  Today's episode is brought to you by DAX Copilot from Microsoft. DAX Copilot is your AI assistant for automating clinical documentation and workflows helping you be more efficient and reduce the administrative burdens that cause us to feel overwhelmed and burnt out. To learn more about how DAX Copilot can help improve healthcare experiences for both you and your patients visit ⁠⁠⁠aka.ms/knockknockhi⁠⁠⁠. To learn more about Pearson Ravitz go to ⁠⁠http://www.pearsonravitz.com/knockknock⁠⁠. Produced by⁠⁠⁠ Human Content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Will recruiting US healthcare professionals improve BC's crisis? Guest: Josie Osborne, BC's Minister of Health Is BC doing enough to address money laundering? Guest: Sasha Caldera, Campaign Director of the Beneficial Ownership Project What are some of the best summer reads this year? Guest: Amanda Gauthier, Director of Books at Indigo Why would Alberta want to leave Canada? Guest: Eric Adams, Professor of Law at the University of Alberta Should Canada have its own foreign human intelligence agency? Guest: Vincent Rigby, Former National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister of Canada Can Sproutbox improve your garden? Guest: Erick P., Owner of Sproutbox Garden Inc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reimagining Affordable Healthcare with Mark Newman of Nomi Health In this compelling episode, Michael connects with Mark Newman, co-founder and CEO of Nomi Health, to tackle the unsustainable state of the U.S. healthcare system. Mark shares a bold vision: rebuilding healthcare from the ground up to be 30–50% more affordable. With every American contributing $1,600 annually to Medicare, Mark emphasizes that we can't afford not to innovate. Together, they unpack how business-minded strategies can drive healthcare transformation—making it not only more cost-effective but more accessible for everyone. Cutting Through Complexity: Transparent Pricing in Healthcare Michael and Mark dive deep into one of the healthcare system's most pressing pain points: the lack of pricing transparency. From surprise bills to excessive admin burdens, they expose how the system drives up costs and burns out providers. Mark offers a refreshing solution—transparent, upfront pricing with no copays or deductibles. This model empowers patients, increases provider compensation, and saves employers and families money. It's a call to action for simplicity and clarity in care. Preventative Care: The $500 Billion Solution What if we could save half a trillion dollars a year by focusing on prevention instead of reaction? Mark presents a transformative idea: double the compensation of primary care providers and pivot the system toward proactive, preventative care for every American. The initial investment—around $200 billion—pales in comparison to the potential economic impact: a trillion dollars returned annually to businesses, families, and government. Michael and Mark explore how prioritizing wellness today can dramatically reshape our health and financial future. Fixing What's Broken: A Smarter Approach to Healthcare Wrapping up the conversation, Michael and Mark shine a light on the root inefficiencies plaguing today's healthcare ecosystem. From misaligned incentives that reward reactive treatment to outdated administrative processes, it's clear the system needs a redesign. Mark calls for a healthcare model that prioritizes simplicity, efficiency, and preventative care. He encourages listeners ready to be part of the solution to learn more at nomihealth.com.  Mark Newman Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Nomi Health Mark Newman is a visionary leader who is reshaping the healthcare landscape as the co-founder and CEO of Nomi Health. With a relentless focus on eliminating inefficiencies in the traditional healthcare system, Mark and his team are driving innovation to make care more accessible, affordable, and effective. Under his leadership, Nomi Health is revolutionizing healthcare delivery, cutting costs by up to 30% while ensuring better patient outcomes. Mark is a bold entrepreneur and changemaker committed to challenging the status quo and building a future where healthcare works for everyone. LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marknewman/ Website:  https://www.nomihealth.com/  

A Note from James:Marty Makary is the new head of the FDA, but he is also an old friend of the podcast. He's been on several times, and it's really important to know how this is going to be a new and different FDA, and it's going to be molded by Marty's very specific opinions about healthcare and the medical industry—and here they are.Episode Description:In this episode, James reconnects with Dr. Marty Makary, now heading the FDA, to discuss what's broken in the American healthcare system—and what can actually be done about it. Marty pulls back the curtain on the realities of medical pricing, why unnecessary surgeries happen more often than most suspect, and how medical education is failing future doctors and patients alike. They explore the origins of Marty's bestselling books, the TV adaptation of Unaccountable, and why your hospital bill may have little to do with actual care. This conversation is a rare window into what's really happening inside hospitals and policy rooms—and what the future of smarter, more humane healthcare could look like.What You'll Learn:Why 11% of surgeries and 21% of all medical care may be unnecessary—and what's driving that trend.How hidden costs, out-of-network billing, and surprise charges are crippling Americans financially.What reforms are gaining traction in Congress and why hospitals may be resisting them.How nutrition, inflammation, and simple wellness practices are overlooked in modern medicine.What questions you should ask your doctor to avoid inappropriate or excessive care.Timestamped Chapters:[00:00] Introduction to Marty Makary and the New FDA[01:17] From Book to TV Show: The Journey of Unaccountable[03:42] The Price We Pay: Unveiling Healthcare Costs[09:06] Medical Education and Its Flaws[15:01] The Hidden Costs of Healthcare[34:52] Inappropriate Care and Its Consequences[43:14] The Referral Business in Medicine[44:00] Unnecessary Surgeries: A National Concern[44:48] Malpractice Fears and Their Impact[47:33] The Overuse of Antibiotics[50:28] Inappropriate Medical Care: Real-Life Examples[53:45] The Role of Nutrition and Wellness in Healthcare[58:15] Innovative Medical Education and Training[01:00:36] The Importance of Experience in Medical Practice[01:18:32] The Future of Healthcare: Inflammation and Biome Health[01:20:53] Final Thoughts and Practical Health TipsAdditional Resources:Dr. Marty Makary's websiteUnaccountable by Marty MakaryThe Price We Pay by Marty MakaryThe Resident (TV Series)Healthcare BluebookRestoring MedicineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judy Faulkner started Epic in 1979 from a basement, with $70,000 in start-up money and two part-time assistants. Now, the company has grown to become a global provider of healthcare technology - with more than half of the US population's medical information stored on its platform. Judy shares how she built the company from the ground up, her insights on industry challenges, and the future of electronic medical records. If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresenter: Ed Butler Producer: Amber Mehmood(Image: Judy Faulkner speaking at the Forbes Health Care Summit in 2023. Credit: Getty Images)

Join a16z general partners Marc Andreessen, Julie Yoo, and Vijay Pande for an incisive exploration of what's driving—and stalling—transformation in healthcare. With the industry now consuming nearly 20% of U.S. GDP yet delivering poor outcomes relative to other developed countries, is technology the remedy or a red herring?This episode, cross-posted with the a16z podcast, dissects the inertia holding healthcare back, from regulatory bottlenecks to misaligned incentives, while offering actionable insights for entrepreneurs navigating this complex space. Plus:Learn more about a16z Bio+HealthLearn more about & Subscribe to Raising HealthFind a16z Bio+Health on LinkedInFind a16z Bio+Health on X

Drs. Mollie Grow (Pediatrics) and Stefan Wheat (Emergency Medicine) discuss how faculty can get involved in improving climate health. Climate change is the single greatest public health threat of the 21st century and US Healthcare accounts for 8.5% of total US greenhouse gas emissions. The UW School of Medicine offers collaborative opportunities from medical student-led curriculum changes to an annual multi-disciplinary symposium. In every day practice, we can replace single-use PPE with reusable PPE, reduce single-use plastic at events involving food, and reduce use of anesthetic gasses in clinical spaces. Planetary health is human health, and we can all make changes and get involved to reduce our impact.Below is a list of resources to join in this work.Links to get involved:UW Sustainability Action PlanUW Center for Health and the Global EnvironmentFunded Climate and Health Research opportunity for WWAMI researchersGreen SeattleJournal of Graduate Medical Education's Climate Change and GME supplementClimate SolutionsWashington Physicians for Social ResponsibilityClimate Change and Health BootcampClimate RxEmail Stefan at wheati2@uw.edu and Mollie at HMollie.Grow@seattlechildrens.org for additional opportunities and information.Read the episode transcript here.Music by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/)

Greg and Matias interview Justin Mares, co-founder of TrueMed and Kettle & Fire on current US healthcare and how startups have the opportunity to change the system.In this episode, we discuss:How the US system profits from chronic illnessFixing the food system, environmental toxins, pharma incentives & moreOpportunities for founders building in brain and body health.Contrarian ideas Justin is investing in todayCredits:Created by Greg Kubin and Matias SerebrinskyHost: Matias Serebrinsky & Greg KubinProduced by Caitlin Ner & Nico V. Rey Find us at businesstrip.fm and psymed.venturesFollow us on Instagram and Twitter!Theme music by Dorian LoveAdditional Music: Distant Daze by Zack Frank

The Rating Show with Luther Palmer is back! This time, Isaac (or Izak, depending on the vibes) joins me to rate everything from Pad Thai and Joe Biden to BMWs and Curb Your Enthusiasm. We talk about our Taco Bell origins, why Monopoly might be more toxic than fun, the madness of the U.S. healthcare system, and what masculinity looks like in 2025. It's part thoughtful and part ridiculous — as usual. Tap in.

In this episode of DC EKG, host Joe Grogan speaks with Kelly Cleary, a partner at Akin Law, about her career in healthcare regulatory law and her experience at HHS. They discuss the recent repeal of the Richardson waiver, its historical significance, and implications for healthcare policy and regulation. The conversation also touches on the end of Chevron deference and its potential impact on agency regulations, as well as personal reflections on the value of government service in shaping legal practice.

On this episode host Jim Tate recorded live at HIMSS25 with two guests. Sagnik Bhattacharya, CEO at Rhapsody, discusses AI and its role in interoperability. And Trent Sanders, VP for US Healthcare and Life Sciences at Kyndryl, discusses GenAI's potential to transform healthcare. https://www.kyndryl.com/us/en/industries/healthcare https://rhapsody.health/ 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

March 19, 2025: Tony Douglas, RVP of US Healthcare from Palo Alto Networks, explores solutions to the current vulnerabilities in healthcare security. Tony unpacks their "platformization" approach, consolidating multiple security functions into a single platform to combat breaches. How are healthcare providers balancing the benefits of AI with the risks of data exposure? The conversation highlights their new Unit 42 service offering remote SOC management with real-time zero-day threat intelligence.Key Points:02:23 Platformization: Simplifying Security04:13 AI Inconsistencies 07:51 Unit 42 and Global Threat IntelligenceSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

On February 28, 2025, Professor Barak D. Richman returned to William & May Law School to present a lecture as a guest of William & Mary Law School's Center for the Study of Law and Markets titled "Market Failures in US Health Care Markets: The Curious Case of Private Equity." Professor Richman is the Alexander Hamilton Professor of Business Law at the George Washington University Law School.

The future of the US healthcare system. In it we cover the mission for radical transparency, challenging entrenched insurance providers, personalized healthcare, and AI’s empowerment of patient choice. Cobi Gantz is CEO of Chapter, a company revolutionizing how Americans navigate the complexities of Medicare and optimize their healthcare coverage. Founded in 2020, Chapter has rapidly become a leader in providing personalized, technology-driven Medicare guidance, aiming to simplify decision-making for seniors across the nation. They have taken on the enormous task of bringing greater transparency to the complex and multi-layered US healthcare system for the benefit of consumers. The company has raised over $100M in funding from investors such as XYZ Venture Capital, Susa and Marverick. Before founding Chapter, Cobi spent 6 years at Palantir, a $230B big data, analytics, and AI company embedded into the public and government sector. Cobi holds degrees from University Pennsylvania, an Economics degree from Wharton, and Masters in Public Policy from Cambridge. Sign up for new podcasts and our newsletter, and email me on danieldarling@focal.vcSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unusual Whales Pod Ep. 54: Trump, RFK Jr., and the U.S. Healthcare Outlook in 2025This episode of the Unusual Whales Pod was recorded Live on February 24th, 2025. Our host is joined by the CIO of Tema ETFs Yuri Khodjamirian, sponsored by Tema ETFs and their GLP-1, Obesity & Cardiometabolic ETF, ticker $HRTS. Along with experts in medicine, research, and markets, we take a look at potential policy shifts in the United States Healthcare system following Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services.Panel:Yuri Khodjamirian https://x.com/YuriKhodjamDr. Jason Fung https://x.com/drjasonfung Dr. Jesse Morse https://x.com/DrJesseMorse Dr. Ken Berry https://x.com/KenDBerryMDNicolas Hulscher https://x.com/NicHulscher Hosted by: Nicholas FNS: https://twitter.com/NicholasFNSUnusual Whales: https://twitter.com/unusual_whalesThis Pod is not financial advice. Unusual Whales Inc. is not registered as a securities broker-dealer or an investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) or any state securities regulatory authority. The stock market is risky, and any trade or investment is expected to have some, or total, loss. Please do research before any trade. Do not use this information for financial decisions or for investing. You should consult your legal or tax professional regarding your specific situation.Unusual Social Media:Discord: https://discord.com/invite/unusualwhalesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/unusualwhalesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusualwhales/Reddit: https://old.reddit.com/r/unusual_whales/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unusual_whalesTwitter: https://twitter.com/unusual_whalesTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/unusualwhalesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unusualwhales/Merch: https://unusual-whales.creator-spring.com/

Price transparency in healthcare is essential for providing patients with clear, upfront costs of medical services, empowering them to make informed financial decisions.In this episode of  Straight Out of Health IT,  Dr. Jonathan Kaplan,  founder and CEO of BuildMyHealth, explains how their new platform DrWell addresses this challenge by offering real-time cash-pay price transparency, connecting patients directly with providers to ensure both affordability and continuity of care. Historically, healthcare pricing has become complex due to advancements in technology, third-party insurance involvement, and evolving payment models. Therefore, patients often face hidden costs, such as copays and deductibles, leading to unexpected financial burdens.In this conversation, Dr. Kaplan highlights that cash-pay options can often be more cost-effective than relying on insurance, especially for non-emergency services like outpatient procedures and medications. Increased price transparency drives competition among providers, ultimately reducing costs for patients while encouraging them to explore cash-pay options. For providers, adopting transparent pricing models and embracing cash-pay services can ensure financial sustainability and independence, particularly as insurance reimbursements continue to decline. Dr. Kaplan believes that moving forward, the healthcare system is expected to shift toward a market-driven model where insurance primarily covers catastrophic events, while patients pay out of pocket for more routine services. Consumers are advised to check prices ahead of time, explore cash-pay rates, and avoid defaulting to insurance when it isn't cost-effective. Providers are encouraged to treat patients transparently, offering clear cost estimates and embracing models prioritizing affordability, trust, and improved care outcomes.Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on how price transparency in healthcare can save you money, empower your choices, and transform the way you approach medical care! 

Understanding health conditions with the most spending and variation across locations and over time is important for identifying trends, inequalities, and strategies for lowering health spending. Joseph Dieleman, PhD, of the University of Washington speaks with JAMA Associate Editor Karen Joynt Maddox, MD, MPH, about county-level variation in health care spending across the US. Related Content: Tracking US Health Care Spending by Health Condition and County

Editor's Summary by Preeti Malani, MD, MSJ, and Linda Brubaker, MD, Deputy Editors of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, for articles published from February 8-14, 2025.

In President Trump's short time in office, he's already made sweeping changes to US public health policy—from RFK Jr.'s nomination to lead the health department to withdrawing the US from the World Health Organization. On the GZERO World Podcast, New York Times science and global health reporter Apoorva Mandavilli joins Ian Bremmer for an in-depth look at health policy in the Trump administration, and what it could mean, not just for the US, but for the rest of the world. President Trump has made it clear: he wants to slash government spending and remake institutions like the CDC, NIH, and FDA. But are those plans a much-needed correction to an overly bureaucratic system or prescription for the next pandemic? What do we need to know about bird flu and changes to USAID? Bremmer and Mandavilli discuss RFK Jr.'s influence in Trump's second term and what the future of health and medical policy in America could look like.Host: Ian BremmerGuest: Apoorva Mandavilli Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

In President Trump's short time in office, he's already made sweeping changes to US public health policy—from RFK Jr.'s nomination to lead the health department to withdrawing the US from the World Health Organization. On the GZERO World Podcast, New York Times science and global health reporter Apoorva Mandavilli joins Ian Bremmer for an in-depth look at health policy in the Trump administration, and what it could mean, not just for the US, but for the rest of the world. President Trump has made it clear: he wants to slash government spending and remake institutions like the CDC, NIH, and FDA. But are those plans a much-needed correction to an overly bureaucratic system or prescription for the next pandemic? What do we need to know about bird flu and changes to USAID? Bremmer and Mandavilli discuss RFK Jr.'s influence in Trump's second term and what the future of health and medical policy in America could look like.Host: Ian BremmerGuest: Apoorva Mandavilli Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Subscribe to UnitedHealthcare's Community & State newsletter.Health Affairs' Senior Deputy Editor Rob Lott interviews Don Berwick of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement about his paper as part of the Vital Directions for Health and Health Care: Priorities for 2025 package that proposes strategies for how health care in the US could be transformed.Order the February 2025 issue of Health Affairs.Currently, more than 70 percent of our content is freely available - and we'd like to keep it that way. With your support, we can continue to keep our digital publication Forefront and podcasts free for everyone. Subscribe to UnitedHealthcare's Community & State newsletter.

Scott Schober, Cyber Expert, Author of "Hacked Again," and CEO of Berkeley Varitronics Systems, sits down with host David Braue to discuss proposed rules from HHS that aim to combat rising ransomware attacks and data breaches in healthcare organizations across the US. This episode of Data Security is sponsored by Cimcor, the developer of CimTrak, a Real-time, File Integrity Monitoring, Network Configuration, and Compliance solution. Learn more at https://cimcor.com • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

On "Forbes Newsroom," Forbes Senior Editor Alex Knapp discussed how healthcare will be affected by President Trump's shock early moves.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special episode, our guest co-hosts are Chicago Cancer Health Equity Collaborative (ChicagoCHEC) Fellows Program Alumni David Bastos (Northwestern University) and Vanessa Pineda (University of Illinois at Chicago) sit down with Dr. Joe Feinglass, Research Professor at Northwestern University on health services with over 30 years of experience in health policy, quality improvement, health disparities, medical informatics, patient safety, womens' health and social epidemiology research with 250+ peer reviewed publications. Their conversation focuses on the history and current state of the United States healthcare system. For more information about the ChicagoCHEC Fellows Program, please visit chicagochec.org/fellows (our next application deadline is February 5th, 2025). NOTE: This interview was recorded in September 2024.

In this episode Jason discusses his recent medical emergency and successful surgery, and general thoughts on the US healthcare system. The DZA website is here.

On January 20th, Inauguration Day in the U.S., the We Fight Back movement will launch in dozens of cities against the Trump billionaire agenda. For this month's episode of The F-Word on Fascism, we speak to Brian Becker, national coordinator for the ANSWER Coalition, a core organization behind We Fight Back. Also, Lydia Curtis attended Cuba's conference on The International Decade forPeople of African Descent, and Chantal James reports on a new movement among healthcare workers in the U.S. to stand up against genocide in Palestine. Plus headlines on Gaza ceasefire and jounnalists ejected from Blinken press conference.   The show is made possible only by our volunteer energy, our resolve to keep the people's voices on the air, and by support from our listeners. In this new era of fake corporate news, we have to be and support our own media! Please click here or click on the Support-Donate tab on this website to subscribe for as little as $3 a month. We are so grateful for this small but growing amount of monthly crowdsource funding on Patreon. PATREON NOW HAS A ONE-TIME, ANNUAL DONATION FUNCTION! You can also give a one-time or recurring donation on PayPal. Thank you! “On the Ground: Voices of Resistance from the Nation's Capital” gives a voice to the voiceless 99 percent at the heart of American empire. The award-winning, weekly hour, produced and hosted by Esther Iverem, covers social justice activism about local, national and international issues, with a special emphasis on militarization and war, the police state, the corporate state, environmental justice and the left edge of culture and media. The show is heard on three dozen stations across the United States, on podcast, and is archived on the world wide web at https://onthegroundshow.org/  Please support us on Patreon or Paypal. Links for all ways to support are on our website or at Esther Iverem's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/esther_iverem

Break Out of the Systems, Choose Freedom and Build a Better World Together Once a month on our Tuesday Coffee With Nicole show, we go unplugged and today is that day. Join me for a conversation about the US Healthcare system and its impact on freedom Featured Event: Save the Date for The Self Reliance Festival: SelfRelianceFestival.com https://selfreliancefestival.com/ Sponsors: HollerRoast.com AbovePhone.com: https://abovephone.com/?above=104 Use coupon code for $50 off: LiveFreeTN Show Resources AbovePhone.com Living Free in Tennessee NicoleSauce.com HollerRoast.com  Main content of the show What are my options for health insurance? This is the question I got most often when people are looking to transition out of a live on the job conveyer belt to working for themselves. Indeed, one of the biggest reasons give to me by a more left leaning friend of mine for WHY we needed Obamacare was health insurance. Note that I do not refer to this as healthcare and that is with reason. He pointed out that, as an aspiring entrepreneur you already are facing a hard road ahead, but if you get sick you could lose everything and health insurance is so expensive. I remember ending that conversation pointing out that he and I wanted the same thing, affordable health care so that sick people can get what they need to get better. We just wanted it in a different way. Then another friend told me about her experience being in a car crash in great Britain which has a more socialized healthcare system than in the US. At the hostpital, they had no idea how to get paid for helping her so there was a fight for every step in her care until she finally figured out how to charter a flight out of that country and back home for care. She wanted to just pay since she did not qualify for care there (and must not have had travel insurance) but they had no way to do that. In the early aughts, I was workign for myself and carried one of those plans where you hold a high deductible and put up to something like 75% of you annual deductible into an HSA for when you need it. This meant I needed to pay case for care up to about $1000 a year (That was a high deductible 20 years ago yo) and I would talk with the office manager before getting seen to negotiate my fees for 25-40% less if I paid cash up front. Because they spent WAY less in resources getting paid when they did not need to bill insurance. Then I needed a specialist - and that specialist did a bunch of tests without my permission, did not tell me what they were looking for and biopsied me in a way that has left a long-term disfiguration that was unnecessary. I was diagnosed with an autoimmune skin condition called lichen sclerosis in my 20s and they had no idea how to treat it. When I went to negotiate the bill, the office manager had no idea what to charge me at time of service because their billing system was so complicated. She kept asking me to apply for government assistance so that they could bill me at those rates and when I tried to pay with cash, she had no idea what to do. Months later, there was a bill, I made a call and offered 60% of it cash, and they accepted that offer. The struggle is real yall. Problems with the US Healthcare System Being sick and dying sucks and sometimes they have no idea what to do Chronic illness is on the rise alongside obesity and there are more people needing more help We already had a doctor to patient problem coming with the boomer retirement wave and we made it worse with all the drama of the pandemic We have been programmed to equate health insurance with healthcare Incentives in the system are toward increased beauracracy Codes and billing have made it worse over time and this starts in medicaid Health insurance as a tax deduction was incentivised in the 40s and messed with in the 50s leading to the transition from cash for care to the broken system we have now - and back then, being sick and dying still sucked Culture shift: Health  care and medical support became an elite system that cut out alternative healing, health coaching, and prevention and focused on first cures, then management One thing that has made US progress happen faster than other places: Rich Sick People What does this mean for freedom? Like everything else your health and health care is your responsibilty. Are the insurance companies to blame? Yes but so are the nonprofit hospitals, the doctors who allowed biling to be taken from them, managed health care systems, the IRS, etc. It is not a single villian and that makes it hard to beat. Erosion of dental Erosion of veterinary Hope: Cash Clinics Concierge Care Growing body of knowledge on nutrition, lifestyle choices and in the impact of big food on our bodies Functional medicine Integrated Manual Therapy PMAs  Drs and Nurses doing their best from inside the system to help people get care But this impacts your freedom in a big way doesnt it? The only way to fix this one is to invest your time, money and energy in an alternative and become the solution – and yet if there is a fencepost through your leg, you are going to end up in THE SYSTEM right now so you want to be ready for that. Health Shares Relationships and Kindness Obamacare plans and employer insurance Private Insurance But we need to keep our eye on the long term and, help build it, and be ready to jump when the jumpin is good. Make it a great week! GUYS! Don't forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.  Community FreeSteading Group: https://freesteading.com/groups/living-free-in-tennessee/ Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Twitter: @nicolesauce IG: @nicolesauce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LivingFreeInTN  Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

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In this year-end episode of The Real GI Doc Show, Dr. Gandolfo takes a candid look back at the events of 2024, offering insights into both the personal and professional challenges faced throughout the year. As his medical practice experienced significant growth, Dr. Gandolfo shares the impact of increased patient visits and procedure volumes on his work-life balance and the podcast's production schedule. He contemplates the possibility of adopting a bi-weekly release format to maintain quality and engagement. Dr. Gandolfo also unveils plans for 2025, including the introduction of video podcasts and inviting guests to the show, adding new dimensions to the content. He expresses excitement about the potential for video to enhance audience connection and expand the show's reach through social media platforms. The episode takes a turn as Dr. Gandolfo addresses the shocking murder of United Healthcare executive Brian Thompson, exploring the public's mixed reactions and the broader implications for the healthcare industry. He delves into the systemic issues plaguing healthcare, from the disproportionate profits of insurance companies to the overwhelming administrative burden that detracts from patient care. Dr. Gandolfo highlights the financial challenges faced by healthcare providers, with rising costs and reduced reimbursements threatening the sustainability of private practices. He discusses potential solutions, such as capping insurance company profits and simplifying insurance payment regulations, while acknowledging the complexities involved in overhauling the system. Looking ahead, Dr. Gandolfo remains committed to delivering valuable content and fostering meaningful discussions in 2025. He invites listeners to engage with the show, leave questions, and explore topics ranging from nutrition to bowel habits, all while navigating the realities of a flawed healthcare system. - Introduction and Reflection on 2024 - Growth of Medical Practice and Podcast Challenges - Plans for 2025: Video Podcasts and Guest Appearances - Discussion on the Murder of Brian Thompson - Systemic Issues in Healthcare - Financial Challenges for Healthcare Providers - Potential Solutions for Healthcare Reform - Looking Forward to 2025 Be sure to subscribe to The Real GI Doc Show for more insights, and reach out with your questions on social media @realgidoc or leave an audio question for Dr. Gandolfo here. Find The Real GI Doc Show on social media, join the newsletter, read Dr. Gandolfo's bio, or ask a question using this link.

When a new kidney could save your life, every minute counts. When Jazmin Evans discovered she could have received a kidney four years earlier, she was shocked. When she found out the delay was due to a racially biased testing process, she tried to warn others. In this episode: Jazmin Evans, Kidney transplant patient, PhD student of Africology at Temple University Episode credits: This episode was produced by Manahil Naveed and Amy Walters, with Veronique Eshaya, Shraddha Joshi, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Joe Plourde mixed this episode. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

Brian Thompson's death has turned the alleged killer, Luigi Mangione into a folk hero online for some people.

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Hi. Katy, Cody, and Jonathan spend today's episode discussing the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the arrest of suspect Luigi Mangione, and Americans' perennial frustration with the predatory, exploitative U.S. healthcare industry. Get the world's news at https://ground.news/SMN to compare coverage and see through biased coverage. Subscribe for 50% off unlimited access – their biggest discount – through our link. SimpliSafe is extending its massive Black Friday deal for our viewers. This week only, you can take 50% off any new system with a select professional monitoring plan Head to https://simplisafe.com/morenews to claim your discount and make sure your home is safe. Check out at https://shopify.com/morenews ALL LOWERCASE and learn how to create the best retail experiences without complexity. Stop getting lost in countless finance apps and try Found for free at https://found.com/morenews Found is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided by Piermont Bank, Member FDIC. Found's core features are free. They also offer an optional paid product, Found Plus.

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All the NEO Murderer updates:Luigi Mangione/Brian ThompsonMangione attended elite schoolsBA/MS PennGilman School, an elite all-boys preparatory school in Baltimore: In his valedictorian speech, Mangione praised classmates for "challenging the world"Mangione comes from a wealthy and influential Baltimore familyMangione is one of 37 grandchildren of the late Nick Mangione Sr., a prominent multimillionaire real-estate developer in Baltimore who died in 2008Members of the Mangione family own the Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City, Maryland, and Hayfields Country Club in Hunt Valley, MarylandHe favorably reviewed the Unabomber Manifesto: Ted Kaczynski's "Industrial Society and Its Future""He was a violent individual — rightfully imprisoned — who maimed innocent people," Mangione wrote. "While these actions tend to be characterized as those of a crazy luddite, however, they are more accurately seen as those of an extreme political revolutionary.""'Violence never solved anything' is a statement uttered by cowards and predators,'" Mangione quoted.He founded an app and worked in techHe was arrested while on his laptop at a McDonald's, the police saidThe complaint said that when asked for identification, Mangione gave police officers a New Jersey driver's license with the name "Mark Rosario." When asked why he lied, Mangione replied, "I clearly shouldn't have," the complaint said.Police in Pennsylvania also found a three-page, handwritten “manifesto” taking aim at the health care industry for prioritizing profits over patient care by two law enforcement officials, according to the New York Times.Some reactionsCEO killing, rage over insurance plunges UnitedHealth into crisisBrian Thompson's death has become a symbol of revenge over denied medical bills and lack of access to necessary care, an issue that some UnitedHealth employees say they're growing increasingly anxious about.The vitriol following the shooting sparked a reckoning among some UnitedHealth employees. Much of the public animosity was aimed at the way insurance companies prevent Americans from getting the care their doctors prescribe. Some employees grappled with the idea that their paychecks were padded in part by the practice of denying care.Witty, in a video to staff last week, attempted to address the rage but failed to change the narrative for some workers. “As you've seen, people are writing things we simply don't recognize, are aggressive, inappropriate and disrespectful,” he said, urging employees to ignore the media. “There's no value in engaging.”But:Before the investor day last week was cut short, Witty used some of his time on stage to acknowledge the widespread dissatisfaction with his industry. “You only have to walk into a room with five people to hear four stories of frustration. ‘I couldn't find a doctor, I didn't know where to go. It's too difficult to understand,'” he said in a room full of financial analysts and investors.The culture at the top was shaped for years by veterans of the defunct accounting firm Arthur Andersen, where Chairman and former CEO Stephen Hemsley once worked. A previous CEO, William McGuire, unceremoniously left the company and settled with the Securities and Exchange Commission over backdating stock options that regulators alleged enriched him and other executives.In recent years, a series of acquisitions have consolidated UnitedHealth's position so much that when a cyberattack took out its Change Healthcare subsidiary, doctors offices and hospitals across the country were paralyzed. That market dominance has come under review by the Department of Justice, Bloomberg News has reported. Members of Congress who have called for a breakup of the conglomerate.Thompson was one of a handful of executives who sold UnitedHealth shares after the company learned it was under investigation by the DOJ, but before that information was shared with the public, Bloomberg reported. The company's stock fell when the DOJ investigation was reported. Thompson sold $15.1 million worth of shares, according to Bloomberg calculations.Market insanity: rage of insurer causes murder of NEO, up 1%. Social media outpour of rage over insurers because of NEO murder, down 8.5%1-star McDonald's reviews and sympathetic merch: Companies try to stop online support for CEO killer suspectTed Cruz Accuses Luigi Mangione of Being a 'Leftist' Despite Social Media Posts Praising Tucker Carlson and Decrying the 'Woke Mind Virus'After thousands celebrated UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, now even top internet sleuths are not willing to help in investigation; what's the reason?“This sparking of online praise for the killing or the killer is shocking in nature”“some are talking about Thompson being one of those responsible for the fragile state of the US Healthcare industry, which is shocking as, during other cases netizens usually post videos, condolencesFrom the Indian English-language business-focused daily newspaper: “delivering profits of a whopping $16.4 billion, in the previous year alone”How UnitedHealthcare and other insurers use AI to deny claims UnitedHealthcare and Humana have been sued over their use of algorithms to determine coverage of care for some patientsIn October, a report from the U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations showed that the nation's insurers have been using AI-powered tools to deny some claims from Medicare Advantage plan subscribers.The report found that UnitedHealthcare's denial rate for post-acute care — health care needed to transition people out of hospitals and back into their homes — for people with Medicare Advantage plans rose to 22.7% in 2022, from 10.9% in 2020.The rise coincides with UnitedHealthcare's implementation of an AI model called nH Predict, originally developed by naviHealth, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group that has since been rebranded.Algorithms like nH Predict can analyze millions of data points to generate predictions and recommendations by comparing patients to others with apparently similar characteristics, according to an article on JAMA Network. However, the article cautions that claims of enhanced accuracy through advanced computational methods are often exaggerated.Both UnitedHealth and Humana are currently facing lawsuits over their use of nH Predict. The suits allege that insurers pressured case managers to follow the algorithm's length-of-stay recommendations, even when clinicians and families objected.One lawsuit filed last year against UnitedHealth claims that 90% of the algorithm's recommendations are reversed on appeal.The lawsuit states that UnitedHealthcare wrongfully denied elderly patients care by “overriding their treating physicians' determinations as to medically necessary care based on an AI model that Defendants know has a 90% error rate.”Leaked video shows UnitedHealth CEO defending practices that prevent ‘unnecessary' careAccording to ValuePenguin, a site that helps users compare insurance plans' costs, UnitedHealth's 32% claims denial rate was twice the industry average. Disclosure?CVS, Anthem, other big corporations remove executive photos from their websites after UnitedHealthcare CEO shootingUnitedHealthcare CEO killing spurs Centene to hold virtual meeting and insurers to pull exec photosUnitedHealthcare and other major insurance companies pull company and board leadership bios from their websites after executive's killingUnitedHealthcare and other insurers are pulling info about execs offline after a CEO was killed SecurityThis was preventable': Corporate world shudders at new risks after slaying of UnitedHealthcare CEOHere's how the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO will change executive security moving forwardExperts say companies will more closely track their corporate and executives' social media accounts for any potential threats.Targeted killing of UnitedHealth CEO sends a chill among executivesUnitedHealthcare CEO shooting reveals complexities in safeguarding corporate executivesThomson death benefits payout: $20,893,067100 Most Powerful People in Business Main Takeaways:Andrew Witty (51)The actual CEO at UnitedHealthThe company has been in the spotlight this year after suffering a major cyberattack, and Witty testified before Congress that data from “maybe” one-third of Americans was stolen.!28.5 POC/17.5 FMary Barra (9) was a DEI placement, Sorry, Mary.One black man? And it's a 17-year-old from a horrible restaurant. Sorry, Damola Adamolekun (89)Became CEO in August 2024; bankruptcy plan approved 10 days laterWhere's Lowe's CEO/Chair and FedEx board member Marvin Ellison?How about Eaton ($143B) CEO/Chair Craig Arnold?Also Nom chair at Medtronic ($107B) where he has 11% influenceDaniel Ek (37) way higher than Tik Tok founder and ByteDance Chair Zhang Yiming (92) from Spotifybut nobody from Snap or RedditCarlos Tavares (62)“Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, is a self-described “petrol-head” whom colleagues view as a “Samurai” laser-focused on building competitive car brands.”“on a daunting path to turn around the carmaker's fortunes before he retires in 2026. Stellantis is dealing with a bloated inventory following unpopular price hikes, with profits nearly halving in the first half of 2024 to $5.6 billion”Fired last weeK: Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares lost control of the automaker with ‘arrogant' mistakes, sources sayDoesn't the fact that co-CEOs are listed together undermine the entire list? It means the position is powerful and not the person:Netflix: Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters (41)KKR: Scott Nuttall and Joseph Bae One of the most powerful people in business in the world doesn't even have a picture? Charlwin Mao (77): CEO and Cofounder of Chinese social media company XiaohongshuSatya Nadella (3) is more powerful than Mark Zuckerberg (7) and Jeff Bezos (11)?

The reaction to the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has led to some dark places. Plus! Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel unpacks the far reaching impacts of Donald Trump's mass deportation plans. Then, Elad Nehorai joins us to talk about their recent piece, “The Deeper Reasons Democrats Lost.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Dr. Saum Sutaria is the Chairman and CEO of Tenet Healthcare and a former leader in McKinsey & Company's Healthcare and Private Equity Practices, where he spent almost two decades shaping the field. In this episode, Saum unpacks the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system, providing a detailed overview of its structure, financial flows, and historical evolution. They delve into topics such as private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, employer-sponsored coverage, drug pricing, PBMs and the administrative burdens impacting the system. Saum's insights help connect healthcare spending to broader economic issues while exploring potential reforms and the role of technology in improving efficiency. Saum highlights how choice and innovation distinguish the U.S. healthcare system, explores the reasons behind exorbitant drug prices, and examines the potential solutions, challenges, and trade-offs involved in lowering costs while striving to improve access, quality, and affordability. The opinions expressed by Saum in this episode are his own and do not represent the views of his employer. We discuss: The US healthcare system: financial scale, integration with economy, and unique challenges [5:00]; Overview of how the US healthcare system currently works and how we got here [9:45]; The huge growth and price impact due to the transition from out-of-pocket payments in the 1950s to the modern, third-party payer model [18:30]; The unique structure and challenges of the US healthcare system compared to other developed nations [22:00]; Overview of Medicare and Medicaid: who they cover, purpose, and impact on healthcare spending [27:45]; Why the US kept a employer-sponsored insurance system rather than pursue universal healthcare [32:00]; The evolution of healthcare insurance: from catastrophic coverage to chronic disease management [36:00]; The challenge of managing healthcare costs while expanding access and meeting increased demand for chronic illness care [44:15]; Balancing cost, choice, and access: how the US healthcare system compares to Canada [48:45]; The role of the US in pharmaceutical innovation, it's impact on drug pricing, and the potential effects of price controls on innovation and healthcare costs [56:15]; How misaligned incentives have driven up drug prices in the US [1:05:00]; The cost of innovation and choice, and the sustainability of the current healthcare cost expenditures in the US in the face of a shrinking workforce and aging population [1:11:30]; Health outcomes: why life expectancy is lower in the US despite excelling at extending lifespan beyond 70 [1:18:45]; Potential solutions and challenges to controlling drugs costs in the US while balancing choice and access and preserving innovation [1:26:15]; Balancing GLP-1 drug innovation with affordability and healthcare spending sustainability [1:40:00]; Reducing healthcare spending: complexities, trade offs, and implications of making needed cuts to healthcare expenditures [1:46:45]; The role of government regulation, opportunities for cost savings, and more [1:56:15]; Hospital billing: costs, charges, complexities, and paths to simplification [2:01:15]; How prioritizing access and choice increased expenditures: reviewing the impact of healthcare exchanges and the Affordable Care Act [2:08:00]; Feasibility of a universal Medicare program, and what a real path to sustainable healthcare looks like [2:15:45]; The challenge of long-term care and the potential of innovation, like device-based therapies and AI, to improve health [2:23:15]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

The United States spends almost twice as much on healthcare compared to other developed nations. And in spite of all of the technologies, specialists, and medications we have available, The United States ranks dead last in terms of health outcomes. It's clear that something isn't working. The problem is, we don't have a healthcare system; we have a sickcare system that profits off of the farming of sick people. The pharmaceutical companies and the insurance companies only exist to make money. The United States healthcare system doesn't have an interest in helping our citizens find the root cause of their ailments. On this episode of The Model Health Show, our guest is Brigham Buhler, the founder and CEO of Ways2Well. He's here to share insider secrets from his previous career as a pharmaceutical representative. You're going to learn interesting facts about how insurance companies profit, the truth about Big Pharma, and how the American people can take control of their health.    In this episode you'll discover:  The amount of money the United States spends on healthcare.  How corporate America got its grips on our healthcare system.   Why the competitive field of medical sales leads to worse patient care.  How health education quickly becomes obsolete.   The first drug Big Pharma taught doctors to prescribe to a wide audience.  How many American people die every year from chronic illnesses.   The sad truth about how the opioid crisis and the valium crisis were created.   How the incentive system hurts people.   What a cytochrome P450 test is & how it could be used to change prescription practices.  The dirty secret the insurance companies use to exacerbate illnesses.   How insurance companies make money on your prescriptions.   What a pharmacy benefit manager is.   Why insulin prices have reached an all-time high.   The shocking truth about the gag clause at your pharmacy.  How insurance companies impact the way doctors provide care.   The #1 reason for bankruptcy in America.   Why metabolic health is an important lever we can pull.  What Ways2Well does.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs!  Onnit.com/model - Save an exclusive 10% on performance supplements & tools!  Comprehensive Bloodwork Panel  - Get 10% off Ways2Well your bloodwork panel!  Connect with Brigham Buhler Website / Instagram     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Foursigmatic and Onnit. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life. Visit Onnit.com/model for an exclusive 10% discount on human performance supplements and fitness equipment.