Rachel Werner
Executive director of the Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics at the University of Pennsylvania. She explains how Medicaid funding cuts could limit the caregiving options for older Americans.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 45min
Unpacking the Health Impacts of Republicans' 'Big Beautiful Bill'
Rachel Werner, a physician and Executive Director at the Leonard Davis Institute, joins health economist Eric Roberts and pediatrician Aditi Vasan to dissect the alarming consequences of the Republican 'Big Beautiful Bill.' They explore potential spikes in the uninsured population and preventable deaths linked to the proposed healthcare reforms. The trio discusses dire implications for Medicaid, including significant financial burdens for low-income families and the moral need to protect access to life-saving care. Personal stories highlight the urgent need for advocacy.
Jul 15, 2025 • 20min
How could Medicaid cuts affect long-term care?
Rachel Werner, the Executive Director of the Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics at the University of Pennsylvania, dives deep into the potential fallout from projected Medicaid cuts. She warns that over 10 million people could lose access to crucial home and nursing care. The discussion highlights the strain these changes would place on families and necessitates proactive long-term care planning. Alongside this critical topic, the episode also celebrates a listener's adorable chocolate lab puppy and explores the quest for life on Mars.
