In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, host Laura Dyrda talks with Dr. Darren Wethers, the Chief Medical Officer of ATRIO Health Plans. Dr. Wethers shares his experiences and insights on the current healthcare landscape, the challenges faced, and the opportunities available. Tune in to hear an engaging discussion on healthcare management and delivering quality patient care.
Jun 19, 2024•13 min
Join us for an insightful conversation with Alessa Quane, Executive Vice President and Chief Insurance Officer at Oscar Health. Alessa discusses key healthcare trends, including consumer expectations, ACA growth, and disruptive technology, while highlighting Oscar Health's innovative HolaOscar program for the Hispanic and Latin communities.
Jun 19, 2024•13 min
Health plans rely on complex networks of providers to deliver care to their members. But how do they measure success? This episode dives into health plan network performance benchmarking with Subhash Seelam, SVP of Applied Network Analytics at Quest Analytics®, and Bob Tavernier, Solutions Executive at Quest Analytics. They discuss key metrics, the challenges of benchmarking, and how it can be used to better differentiate and optimize networks thereby improving member satisfaction and retention....
Jun 18, 2024•17 min
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Jun 17, 2024•9 min
In this episode of Becker's Healthcare Podcast, host Laura Dyrda sits down with Rebecca D'Amico, Chief of Staff to the CEO and Vice President of Strategy at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Rebecca provides an in-depth look at the strategic initiatives shaping the future of healthcare insurance. She discusses her role in steering the organization through industry challenges, the importance of innovation in healthcare, and the strategies Blue Cross Blue Shield is implementing to enhance member...
Jun 16, 2024•16 min
In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, host Laura Dyrda interviews Angela Jenkins, Vice President of Accountable Communities and Community Health at Prisma Health. Angela discusses her work in expanding access to care, addressing social determinants of health, and partnering with local organizations to improve community health. Tune in for insights on creating sustainable improvements in community health.
Jun 15, 2024•14 min
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Jun 11, 2024•8 min
This episode features Dr. Leonardo Seoane, Executive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer at Ochsner Health. Tune in as Dr. Seoane shares his background, insights into the biggest issues he is following in healthcare this year, essential qualities for effective healthcare leadership in the coming years, and more.
Jun 09, 2024•11 min
In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, host Laura Dyrda talks with Barry Streit, Senior Vice President of Growth at Essence Healthcare. Barry shares insights on Essence Healthcare's focus on coordinated and preventive care, their growth strategies, and the future of Medicare Advantage. He also offers advice for newcomers to the healthcare industry, emphasizing patient understanding and adaptability. Tune in for an expert discussion on the evolving Medicare Advantage landscape....
Jun 08, 2024•18 min
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Jun 05, 2024•8 min
In this episode, Dr. Kelli Tice, Chief Health Equity Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs at GuideWell shares insights into her background & what led her to become GuideWell’s first Chief Equity Officer, what trends & issues in healthcare she is following today, what health insurers need to focus on to insure health equity can be sustained for the long term, and more.
Jun 04, 2024•18 min
In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, host Jakob Emerson sits down with Dr. Shantanu Agrawal, Chief Health Officer at Elevance Health. Dr. Agrawal discusses his journey in healthcare, the innovative strategies Elevance Health is implementing to improve patient outcomes, and the critical role of technology in transforming healthcare delivery. Tune in to gain insights into the future of healthcare from one of the industry's leading voices.
Jun 03, 2024•13 min
Abdou Bah, Senior Vice President, Medical Management & Chief Health Equity Officer at EmblemHealth joins the podcast to share insights into his background, the healthcare trends he is closely monitoring today, current initiatives his organization is implementing to improve quality of care, and more.
Jun 03, 2024•15 min
In this episode, Dr. Matthew Hurford, President and CEO at Community Care Behavioral Health (UPMC Insurance Services) shares his diverse background, insights into the biggest issues facing behavioral health today, the role that social media plays in raising behavioral health awareness, and more.
May 31, 2024•21 min
Adam Kustin, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing at Health Network One joins the podcast to share insights into his background & organization, his focus on the challenges and opportunities facing artificial intelligence in healthcare, what traits the most effective healthcare leaders will need to be successful in the coming years, and more.
May 30, 2024•12 min
Mark Friedberg, MD, SVP of Performance Measurement & Improvement at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts joins the podcast to discuss key insights into his healthcare career journey, his organization’s ‘pay for equity’ financial model, advice for healthplan leaders looking to achieve better health equity outcomes for their members, and more.
May 29, 2024•11 min
Join us for an insightful conversation with Carolyn Tandy, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Humana, as we explore the vital role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare. Carolyn shares her background, insights into the impact of DEI on the healthcare industry, Tune in for valuable perspectives on fostering inclusivity and equity in healthcare leadership.
May 26, 2024•11 min
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May 24, 2024•7 min
In this episode, Jakob Emerson has a discussion with Catherine Anderson, UnitedHealth Group’s Senior Vice President of Health Equity Strategy, about UnitedHealth Group surpassing $1 billion in affordable housing investments.
May 23, 2024•10 min
Becker's Healthcare Podcast host Jakob Emerson dives into the world of member voice data with Amy Brown, Founder & CEO of Authenticx. They discuss how to utilize conversational AI to analyze healthcare interactions. This episode is sponsored by Authenticx .
May 22, 2024•10 min
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May 20, 2024•5 min
In this episode, Dr. Sachin Jain, CEO of SCAN Group, shares insights into his organization, SCAN Groups’s first report showcasing their impact on seniors and the unhoused population, the health plan side of the business, and much more.
May 18, 2024•17 min
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May 16, 2024•6 min
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May 15, 2024•5 min
Tune in as Raven Ryan Solon, Chief Compliance & Regulatory Officer at MetroPlusHealth, shares insights on her background, key healthcare issues in 2024, excitement, concerns, and the essential traits for effective healthcare leadership in the coming years.
May 12, 2024•13 min
Tune in as Mamata Majmundar, Chief Medical Officer of Evry Health, discusses her background, key healthcare issues of 2024, and her outlook on the future. Gain insights into what excites her about the evolving landscape and the challenges ahead.
May 11, 2024•7 min
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 .
May 09, 2024•12 min
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.
May 05, 2024•21 min
Hosted by Bill Paschall (Senior Vice President of Growth and Strategic Accounts for Clear Arch Health), with subject matter expert Josh Hoover, (National Business Development Manager with Clear Arch Health) this podcast episode delivers pertinent insights into Medicare Advantage plans, detailing the importance of expanding supplemental benefits in telehealth to plan members as a way to not only increase CMS star ratings, grow membership and address Social Determinants of Health, but to also enha...
Apr 30, 2024•22 min
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 .
Apr 30, 2024•17 min