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#912 - Brigham Buhler - Ex-Pharma Rep: Why American Healthcare Is So Broken

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The Profit-Driven Crisis in American Healthcare

This chapter explores the pervasive challenges facing the American healthcare system, particularly the influence of profit motives on patient care. It critiques the roles of insurance companies and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), which, despite their intended purpose, have contributed to rising costs and health disparities. Additionally, the discussion highlights the opioid crisis and the need for transparent, ethical practices in healthcare to prioritize actual patient needs over corporate profits.

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