
Episode 391 - Chris Hamilton
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Unpacking Vertical Integration and Healthcare Costs
This chapter explores vertical integration in businesses, particularly in e-commerce and healthcare, examining its impact on efficiency and corporate profit versus consumer benefits. It discusses the manipulation within the pharmaceutical industry, including the roles of pharmacy benefit managers and the implications of recent executive orders on drug pricing. The speakers also critique the lack of transparency and competition in healthcare systems, emphasizing the need for reform that prioritizes patient needs over intermediaries' profits.
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