The Heart of Healthcare | A Digital Health Podcast đź“Ł Digital Health Download: January 2025
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Jan 13, 2025 Thousands of healthcare leaders gather in San Francisco, sparking discussions on digital health trends. The podcast tackles the political heat on pharmacy benefit managers from figures like Trump and Warren. There's a deep dive into surprising patient satisfaction levels contrasted with systemic complaints. We learn about UPS's innovative healthcare logistics shift and the controversial $50 fee for patient messaging. Plus, the acquisition of Accolade by Transcarent hints at a wave of M&A in the health sector, reshaping the landscape.
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PBMs Under Fire
- Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) face bipartisan scrutiny, political remarks, and public criticism.
- This scrutiny may create opportunities for entrepreneurs in transparent PBM models.
UPS's Healthcare Logistics
- UPS is expanding its healthcare logistics business, aiming for $20 billion in revenue.
- They built a lab port facility for faster medical test processing, which is fully subscribed.
ICHRAs and Employer-Sponsored Insurance
- ICHRAs could reshape employer-sponsored insurance by giving employees a lump sum to shop for plans.
- This trend could create opportunities for companies that help navigate and manage these accounts.