Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Dirk Slaker, Chief Medical Officer at Sonder Health Plans, discusses the evolving Medicare Advantage landscape. He shares insights on addressing rising healthcare costs, improving care coordination, supporting caregivers, and how Sonder’s partnership with Cleo aims to enhance patient outcomes.

 In this episode of the Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast, Dr. Pooja Mittal, Vice President and Chief Health Equity Officer at Health Net, discusses key challenges and opportunities in healthcare today. She explores the impact of Medicaid funding, the role of telehealth in underserved communities, and how AI can drive better health outcomes.

In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, Jakob Emerson is joined by Rob Duffy, CTO at HealthEdge, to discuss the evolving role of platform-based technology in healthcare. They explore how interoperability, regulatory changes, and change management strategies are shaping the future of health plans. Tune in for expert insights on overcoming technological silos, preparing for innovation, and navigating the complexities of the healthcare ecosystem.This episode is sponsored by HealthEdge.

In this episode, Dr. Shantanu Agrawal, Chief Health Officer at Elevance Health, discusses the company’s innovative approach to addressing social determinants of health. He highlights the Elevance Health Foundation’s new impact investing program, its focus on behavioral health, and how insurers can drive meaningful change in communities.

In this episode, Sam Melamed, CEO of NCD, and Bret Voith, Chief Strategy Officer, discuss major regulatory shifts affecting ACA and Medicare Advantage. They explore how new policies may impact health plans, enrollment trends, and the growing demand for supplemental benefits like dental and vision coverage.

In this episode, Dr. Ken Cohen, Executive Director of Translational Research at Optum Health, discusses the impact of value-based care models on patient outcomes. He shares key findings from his recent research, including how Medicare Advantage patients in value-based arrangements receive superior care and how these benefits extend to traditional Medicare patients.

Join Aarti Karamchandani, Chief Growth Officer at MacroHealth and a veteran in the healthcare payer industry, as she shares her insights on transforming healthcare through data. They discuss how price transparency can be a game-changer in quality and cost management. Karamchandani highlights the necessity of interoperability for effective data sharing and patient care. The conversation also covers the challenges payers face with legacy systems and the need for a platform-based mindset to enhance patient experiences and drive down costs.

 In this episode of the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast, host Erika Spicer Mason explores how payer organizations can leverage compliance as a strategic advantage in their digital marketing efforts. David Chai, Senior Manager of Product Marketing at Freshpaint, shares insights on key industry trends, evolving consumer expectations around data privacy, and emerging tools that can help payers stay competitive.This episode is sponsored by Freshpaint.

Katherine Barresi, Chief Health Services Officer at Partnership HealthPlan of California, shares insights on the current sphere of healthcare and highlights efforts to improve access to care. She also discusses how rapid advancements in technology are bringing innovative solutions to healthcare.

Brian Janssen, Chief Information Officer for Medicare at WPS Health Insurance, discusses the responsible use of AI in healthcare to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs. He highlights the opportunity to enhance healthcare literacy in response to events from 2024 and shares valuable advice for emerging healthcare leaders.