Season 2
Doulas and Value-Based Maternity Care: Driving Cost Reduction and Improved Outcomes
This conversation explores the historical context of childbirth, the current state of maternal mortality in the U.S., and the emerging role of doulas in modern maternity care. It highlights the paradox of high maternal mortal...
Uncovering the Hidden Influencers of Our Health System
The podcast delves into the complexities and challenges of the American healthcare system, arguing that it often prioritizes profit over patient care. Through the lens of investigative journalism from More Perfect Union, the ...
2025 Opportunities in Healthcare: Navigating the Perfect Storm
The health insurance industry is confronting a convergence of rising healthcare costs, increased patient demand, and heightened legislative scrutiny as we approach 2025. Medicare Advantage plans, once highly profitable, are now under significant pressure due to these factors. Major insurers like Humana and UnitedHealth are experiencing challenges that may redefine managed care. However, this period of disruption presents opportunities for healthcare providers and entrepreneurs to innovate and a…
EXPOSED: The MultiPlan Healthcare Cartel Costing Providers and Patients Billions
In this episode of the VBCA Podcast, host Alex Yarijanian delves into the complex issue of hidden healthcare fees, surprise billing, and the alleged antitrust activities surrounding out-of-network reimbursements. The discussion centers on MultiPlan, a third-party repricing company accused of collaborating with major insurers—such as UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Aetna—to suppress out-of-network payments, adversely affecting patients, providers, and employers.
Startup Pitfalls and Healthcare Horror Stories: Introduction to Value-Based Care
In this episode of the VBCA Podcast, host Alex Yarijanian delves into the challenges faced by healthcare startups in the value-based care (VBC) sector, emphasizing the critical importance of robust patient acquisition strategies. The discussion highlights how many startups, despite ambitious goals to enhance patient outcomes and reduce costs, struggle to meet volume requirements and maintain contracts due to inadequate patient engagement approaches.