The Tucker Carlson Show Brigham Buhler: UnitedHealthcare CEO Assassination, & the Mass Monetization of Chronic Illness
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Dec 30, 2024 
Brigham Buhler, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, dives into the troubling dynamics of the American healthcare system driven by profit. He discusses how insurance companies thrive in an over-medicated society that keeps chronic illness at bay for financial gain. Buhler highlights the chilling opioid crisis and the failure to prioritize effective, preventive care over profit motives. He critiques the intertwining of pharmaceutical interests with health insurance, calling for urgent changes that put patient care back at the forefront.
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Opioid Addiction Story
- Brigham Buhler's brother became addicted to opioids after an ACL surgery, highlighting the insurance system's flaws.
- He emphasizes the availability of non-addictive pain creams, which were not prescribed, furthering his point about the system's profit motives.
Chronic Disease and Insurance
- Tucker Carlson notes a shift in how health insurance functions due to the rise of chronic diseases.
- It's no longer just catastrophic coverage; it's a maintenance program, changing the relationship between patients and insurers.
Find Cash-Pay Clinics
- Buhler advises seeking cash-pay clinics that prioritize preventative care.
- This bypasses the insurance system and allows for personalized, in-depth care focused on root causes.