Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast

This podcast explores the evolving landscape of payor coverage for diabetes and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) with Mike Steelman, VP Managed Markets at Dexcom. We delve into key trends and developments in the payor space for diabetes management, how CGM coverage and utilization management have changed, and the recipe for successful partnerships in optimizing diabetes care through CGM.This episode is sponsored by Dexcom.

Join Dr. Alex Li, Chief Health Equity Officer at L.A. Care Health Plan, as he discusses key questions on health equity. From why addressing disparities is gaining momentum to L.A. Care's journey towards NCQA accreditation, explore the challenges and solutions in advancing equitable healthcare, with insights on the role of AI.

Josh Hoover, National Business Development Manager with Clear Arch Health, discusses the importance of expanding telehealth benefits in Medicare Advantage plans to boost CMS star ratings, improve care coordination, and address Social Determinants of Health. The podcast explores the impact of specialized benefits for chronic conditions, the role of personal emergency response systems and remote patient monitoring in enhancing patient outcomes, and how Clear Advantage program by Clear Arch Health is revolutionizing healthcare access and health equity.

Dr. Yan Chow, Global Healthcare Leader at Automation Anywhere, dives into the growing role of AI and automation in healthcare. He discusses the current state of the field, how health insurers are leveraging this technology, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.This episode is sponsored by Automation Anywhere.

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Join Jakob Emerson at Becker’s April Annual Meeting as he sits down with Trent Iden, Chief Growth Officer for Catalight, to explore the challenges and innovations in autism and IDD care. Gain insights into the future of behavioral health and Catalight's unique approach to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.Sponsored by Catalight.

Join us as we sit down with Bryan Holgerson, President of U.S. Employer at Cigna Healthcare, for an insightful conversation about the company's new podcast with Holly Robinson Peete and the intersection of job satisfaction and health. Bryan discusses his role at Cigna, the importance of the podcast in supporting employers and their workforces, and the impact of invisible challenges on organizational culture. Tune in for valuable insights and advice on promoting employee well-being in the workplace.

Join Erika Spicer Mason as she discusses Excellus BCBS's experience during the transparency in coverage mandate with Nicole Columbare and Kim Valenti. Delve into their strategies for member engagement and learn about the future of healthcare transparency.This episode is sponsored by Kyruus Health.

Healthcare innovation experts from Veradigm, Michael Moore and Courtney Yeakel, discuss navigating healthcare regulations, leveraging AI for better outcomes, and integrating advanced technologies like machine learning and robotics to revolutionize payer strategies and enhance healthcare quality.

Tune in as Praveen Thadani, CEO of Priority Health, shares insights into the organization's involvement in expanding patient navigation services through the Biden Cancer Moonshot initiative. Learn about the unique opportunity to discuss the initiative with First Lady Jill Biden and gain valuable insights into the support provided to cancer patients through patient navigation services. Gain a deeper understanding of Priority Health's role in enhancing healthcare access and support for those battling cancer.