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Primary Care Cures

Reversing burnout. Physician Shortages. Bad models. Forced buyouts. Meet those making a difference with host Ron Barshop
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Episode # 226 – Korb Matosich is CEO of Asserta Health Which is Leading the Way in Cash Pay Healthcare and Eliminating the Need for Bill/Code/Collect and Pray.

In this episode of Primary Care Cures, Ron is joined by Korb Matosich, Founder & CEO of Asserta Health. Together, they delve into the innovative strategies Asserta Health is employing to revolutionize the healthcare payment system. Korb shares insights on how his company aims … Continue reading → The post Episode # 226 – Korb Matosich is CEO of Asserta Health Which is Leading the Way in Cash Pay Healthcare and Eliminating the Need for Bill/Code/Collect and Pray. appeared first on Primary Car...

Jul 03, 202428 min

Episode # 225 – Morris Miller CEO of Xenex is Back Discussing the New FDA Approved Standard of Care, Reducing Infections in Hospitals and More with a Light Striking Robot. Round 3. Another Important Listen.

In this episode, Ron sits down with Morris Miller, Managing Partner at Tectonic Ventures and CEO of Xenex Disinfection Services. Here, Miller shares his insights on the cutting-edge innovations in disinfection technology and the critical role it plays in healthcare setting, especially in … Continue reading → The post Episode # 225 – Morris Miller CEO of Xenex is Back Discussing the New FDA Approved Standard of Care, Reducing Infections in Hospitals and More with a Light Striking Robot. Round 3. ...

Jun 19, 202433 min

Episode # 224 – Gary Taubes is a National Treasure, Author, and Health Journalist – Wrote “Rethinking Diabetes: What Science Reveals About Diet Insulin and Successful Treatments”. This is a Wakeup Call from Calcified Thinking.

In this episode Ron interviews Gary Taubes, a renowned journalist, author, and Co-Founder of the Nutrition Science Initiative. Here Gary dives into his most recent book “Rethinking Diabetes: What Science Reveals About Diet, Insulin, and Successful Treatments”. In this interview … Continue reading → The post Episode # 224 – Gary Taubes is a National Treasure, Author, and Health Journalist – Wrote “Rethinking Diabetes: What Science Reveals About Diet Insulin and Successful Treatments”. This is a W...

Jun 06, 202435 min

Episode # 223 – Meet Ashok Subramanian (CEO) and Dr. Jane Sailer (Medical Director) of Centivo, a High Quality, Well-Coordinated Primary Care Offering Married with Direct Contracts with Fair Priced Providers Leading to 20-30% Savings for Employers.

In this episode of Primary Care Cures, Ron dives into the world of healthcare inefficiency with special guests Ashok Subramanian CEO of Centivo and Dr. Jane Sailer, Medical Director of Centivo. The crux of the issue? The glaring inefficiencies that … Continue reading → The post Episode # 223 – Meet Ashok Subramanian (CEO) and Dr. Jane Sailer (Medical Director) of Centivo, a High Quality, Well-Coordinated Primary Care Offering Married with Direct Contracts with Fair Priced Providers Leading to 20...

May 31, 202442 min

Episode # 222 – Dr. Harvey Castro was an Adviser to ChatGPT in Healthcare. Will AI Replace the Sacred Trust in Care or Cause Some Other Unforeseen Harm? Will it Replace Radiologists? Where are the Risks. The Easy wins? Will it Embarrass or Enhance Diagnostics and Treatment?

In this episode, Ron chats with AI in healthcare expert, Dr. Harvey Castro. Here, Harvey discusses how AI is currently being used in healthcare and what he thinks some of the most practical uses in healthcare are in the future. … Continue reading → The post Episode # 222 – Dr. Harvey Castro was an Adviser to ChatGPT in Healthcare. Will AI Replace the Sacred Trust in Care or Cause Some Other Unforeseen Harm? Will it Replace Radiologists? Where are the Risks. The Easy wins? Will it Embarrass or En...

May 19, 202432 min

Episode # 221 – Ali Hashemi, Founder of meta[bolic] and Glucare.Health in Dubai, Has Published Impressive Outcomes Reversing Metabolic Disease Like T2D in 5 Nearby Countries with the Worst Problem Globally.

This episode features Ali Hashemi, the Co-Founder of meta[bolic] and Glucare.Health. Here he does a deep dive into his two companies. meta[bolic] is a hybrid digital therapeutics company that tackles the global metabolic health crisis head-on from a first-principles basis … Continue reading → The post Episode # 221 – Ali Hashemi, Founder of meta[bolic] and Glucare.Health in Dubai, Has Published Impressive Outcomes Reversing Metabolic Disease Like T2D in 5 Nearby Countries with the Worst Problem ...

May 16, 202437 min

Episode # 220 – John Lufburrow as Chief Revenue Officer of Revive Health has 2M Members at a 98 NPS, 3:1 ROI and Offers Primary Care Virtually Customized with Mental Health, Urgent Care and a Robust Mail Order Pharmacy.

In this episode Ron chats with John Lufburrow Chief Revenue Officer at ReviveHealth. ReviveHealth is a virtual healthcare subscription service that offers online primary care, urgent care, mental health care, pharmacy services and various specialists – all available on demand. … Continue reading → The post Episode # 220 – John Lufburrow as Chief Revenue Officer of Revive Health has 2M Members at a 98 NPS, 3:1 ROI and Offers Primary Care Virtually Customized with Mental Health, Urgent Care and a ...

May 10, 202440 min

Episode # 219 – Sandeep Palakodeti MD Started Mishe.co and the Rebel Health Alliance to Eliminate Big Middle Profiteers with Specialists, Surgeons and the Consumer.

In this episode, Ron has a conversation about physician democratization with Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti, the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Mishe.co Health & the Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Rebel Health Alliance. Throughout their discussion, Dr. Palakodeti delves … Continue reading → The post Episode # 219 – Sandeep Palakodeti MD Started Mishe.co and the Rebel Health Alliance to Eliminate Big Middle Profiteers with Specialists, Surgeons and the Consumer. appeared first on Pr...

Apr 26, 202430 min

Episode # 218 – Doug Farrago MD is an OG Pioneer in DPC – Co-Founded DPC Frontier, Two Blogs and 6 Books on the Matter. Calls National DPC – DINO’s. Listen in as We Disagree on Their Values vs Mom and Pop Local DPC.

In this episode, Ron chats with Dr. Douglas Farrago, Author, Keynote Speaker, Retired Medical Doctor and Inventor of the Knee Saver which is currently in the Baseball Hall of Fame and the CryoHelmet used by athletes for head injuries as … Continue reading → The post Episode # 218 – Doug Farrago MD is an OG Pioneer in DPC – Co-Founded DPC Frontier, Two Blogs and 6 Books on the Matter. Calls National DPC – DINO’s. Listen in as We Disagree on Their Values vs Mom and Pop Local DPC. appeared first on...

Apr 12, 202434 min

Episode # 217 – Welcome back Dr. Mary Talley Bowden Who Fought the FDA. Won. The Texas Medical Board and Houston Methodist. Ongoing. Meet a Heroine to Millions.

This episode features Mary Talley Bowden, Owner of BreatheMD. Here she discusses her recent legal cases with the federal government and Houston Methodist, her experience being deplatformed on social media, Ivermectin, vaccine injury, and more. She also does a deep … Continue reading → The post Episode # 217 – Welcome back Dr. Mary Talley Bowden Who Fought the FDA. Won. The Texas Medical Board and Houston Methodist. Ongoing. Meet a Heroine to Millions. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Apr 05, 202432 min

Episode # 216 – We Finally Get One Medical on the Show. With Nathan Houghton We Learn NPS, Renewal Rates, Pricing, ROI for Employers, Engagement, Physician Retention All Before the Amazon Purchase.

In this episode, Ron is joined by Nathan Houghton, Manager of DPC Solutions at One Medical & the Business Development Analyst for PeakMed LifeCenters. Here, they discuss direct primary care at One Medical, Nathan’s work with PeakMed – a membership-based … Continue reading → The post Episode # 216 – We Finally Get One Medical on the Show. With Nathan Houghton We Learn NPS, Renewal Rates, Pricing, ROI for Employers, Engagement, Physician Retention All Before the Amazon Purchase. appeared first...

Mar 28, 202437 min

Episode # 215 – E-Patient Dave DeBronkart Gave a Standing Ovation Ted Talk and Clarifies the Patient Led Healthcare Revolution.

In this episode of Primary Care Cures, Dave DeBronkart, Speaker, Author, Analyst, & Owner of e-PatientDave LLC joins Ron to discuss the power of the patient. Dave shares his experience surviving stage 4 kidney cancer, emphasizes the importance of ‘participatory … Continue reading → The post Episode # 215 – E-Patient Dave DeBronkart Gave a Standing Ovation Ted Talk and Clarifies the Patient Led Healthcare Revolution. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Mar 22, 202445 min

Episode # 214 – Meet Taylor Coffman and Susannah Fox – Who After Serving as CTO for HHS Wrote Rebel Health. Taylor is an Actress and Producer Who is a Fine Example of this Patient Led Heath Movement Outlined.

In this episode Ron chats with Taylor Coffman and Susannah Fox. Here, Taylor discusses her difficult journey battling with a rare disease while being a new mother with an infant. She also dives into the importance of sharing her healthcare … Continue reading → The post Episode # 214 – Meet Taylor Coffman and Susannah Fox – Who After Serving as CTO for HHS Wrote Rebel Health. Taylor is an Actress and Producer Who is a Fine Example of this Patient Led Heath Movement Outlined. appeared first on Pri...

Mar 20, 202438 min

Episode # 213 – Matt Ohrt of Self Fund Health. Round 2. Ideal Plan Design for Self-Insured Employers.

In this episode Ron welcomes back Matt Ohrt, Co-Founder and Chief Healthcare Officer at Self Fund Health. Here they do a deep dive into Matt’s thoughts on ideal plan designs, the importance of on-site or near-site clinics, the biggest barriers … Continue reading → The post Episode # 213 – Matt Ohrt of Self Fund Health. Round 2. Ideal Plan Design for Self-Insured Employers. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Mar 05, 202443 min

Episode # 212 – Linda Komisak Launched Care Limited Because Nurses are the Ultimate Quality Metric of a Hospital and its Services. Ultimate Transparency.

Ever wish there was a sort of Kelly Blue Book for hospitals? Here, Ron has a chat with Linda Komisak, the COO and Co-Founder of CareLuminate Inc – ‘a safe place for nurses to report on the quality and safety … Continue reading → The post Episode # 212 – Linda Komisak Launched Care Limited Because Nurses are the Ultimate Quality Metric of a Hospital and its Services. Ultimate Transparency. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Feb 23, 202430 min

Episode # 211 – Matt Ohrt Won Local, Regional, State, and National Awards for His Direct Care Leadership and Plan Design. Listen In.

This episode features Matt Ohrt, Co-Founder and Chief Healthcare Officer at Self Fund Health. Here he discusses his career background and how when he was the VP of HR at a steel company in Wisconsin, he implemented numerous game-changing improvements … Continue reading → The post Episode # 211 – Matt Ohrt Won Local, Regional, State, and National Awards for His Direct Care Leadership and Plan Design. Listen In. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Feb 13, 202435 min

Episode # 210 – Sam Moen, CEO of MDDirect & Michelle Golden, HR Leader Explain How Her Past Two Wisconsin School Districts Saved Millions Going the Direct Care Route.

In today’s episode, Ron chats with Sam Moen, Co-Founder, President & COO of MDDirect and Michelle Golden, the Interim Executive Director for Administration for the Eau Claire Area School District. They talk about how MDDirect is transforming specialty care by … Continue reading → The post Episode # 210 – Sam Moen, CEO of MDDirect & Michelle Golden, HR Leader Explain How Her Past Two Wisconsin School Districts Saved Millions Going the Direct Care Route. appeared first on Primary Care Cure...

Jan 29, 202439 min

Episode # 209 – Stu Clark is CEO of Premise Health, the 11M Member Leader in Direct Care -Near Site, On-Site. Who Better to Learn the State of the Industry From?

In this episode, Ron chats with Stu Clark, the Chief Executive Officer at Premise Health – the world’s leading direct healthcare company and one of the largest digital providers in the country. Throughout their conversation, they discuss the reasons why … Continue reading → The post Episode # 209 – Stu Clark is CEO of Premise Health, the 11M Member Leader in Direct Care -Near Site, On-Site. Who Better to Learn the State of the Industry From? appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Jan 10, 202437 min

Episode # 208 – David Goldhill Founded and Chairs Leapfrog Groups Board and Now Leads Sesame – A Fast Growth Marketplace for Consumers to Find Doctors and Market Prices Outside of Big Insurer Directories. Learn Why They’re World Class Rated by Both Parties in Net Promoter Scores.

In this episode, Ron chats with David Goldhill, Founder and CEO at Sesame, a new healthcare system for uninsured Americans and those with high-deductible plans. In their conversation, they delve into net promoter scores, the convenience and pricing of Sesame, … Continue reading → The post Episode # 208 – David Goldhill Founded and Chairs Leapfrog Groups Board and Now Leads Sesame – A Fast Growth Marketplace for Consumers to Find Doctors and Market Prices Outside of Big Insurer Directories. Learn...

Jan 06, 202434 min

Episode # 207 – Joe Murad, The New CEO of Vida Health, Joined Due to Outcomes Backed Performance Guarantees Unique to the Industry.

This episode features Joe Murad, President & CEO at Vida Health. Vida Health offers its members personalized care programs for diabetes, obesity, depression, anxiety, hypertension, and more. Here, he does a deep dive in to what makes Vida Health special, … Continue reading → The post Episode # 207 – Joe Murad, The New CEO of Vida Health, Joined Due to Outcomes Backed Performance Guarantees Unique to the Industry. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Dec 29, 202328 min

Episode # 206 – Meet Guy Benjamin, CEO of Healthee and its Avatar, Zoe. Here is How to Achieve 500,000 Engaged Members Year One.

This episode features Guy Benjamin, Co-CEO & Co-Founder of Healthee. Here, he discusses how Healthee’s AI driven App simplifies healthcare navigation, providing fast, accurate guidance on plans, providers, costs and more. He also does a deep dive in to the … Continue reading → The post Episode # 206 – Meet Guy Benjamin, CEO of Healthee and its Avatar, Zoe. Here is How to Achieve 500,000 Engaged Members Year One. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Dec 18, 202322 min

Episode # 205 – Rebecca Love, Thought Leader, Doer, & Entrepreneur Co-leads a Stellar Committee with the Long Term Solve for the Nurse Staffing Shortages at the Center of an Imminent Crash in Hospital Care Delivery.

This episode features Rebecca Love, Chief Clinical Officer at IntelyCare. Here she discusses how the pandemic put a spotlight on many of the issues in nursing, the importance of having the correct nursing ratio, why so many nurses are leaving … Continue reading → The post Episode # 205 – Rebecca Love, Thought Leader, Doer, & Entrepreneur Co-leads a Stellar Committee with the Long Term Solve for the Nurse Staffing Shortages at the Center of an Imminent Crash in Hospital Care Delivery. appeare...

Dec 12, 202337 min

Episode # 204 – Dr. Zeev Neuwirth Round 2 Talks About What He Learned in the C-Suite at a Leading System and from Leading Lights on His Podcast. Healthcare is on the Move Beyond the Walls – Here’s How.

In this episode Ron chats with Dr. Zeev Neuwirth. Zeev is a healthcare executive, author, and host of the “Creating a New Healthcare” podcast. Here, he delves deep into the innovative realms of employee health and the transformative potential of … Continue reading → The post Episode # 204 – Dr. Zeev Neuwirth Round 2 Talks About What He Learned in the C-Suite at a Leading System and from Leading Lights on His Podcast. Healthcare is on the Move Beyond the Walls – Here’s How. appeared first on Prim...

Nov 30, 202337 min

Episode # 203 – Round 2 with Dr. Gordon Chen From a Few Days Before Walmart Announced They Are in Talks. How to Deliver 30-50% Lower Hospitalizations and Much More.

On this episode Ron has an engaging conversation with Dr. Gordon Chen, Owner, former Chief Medical Officer, and current Board Member, ChenMed Inc. He is also Co-author of “The Calling: A Memoir of Family, Faith and the Future of Healthcare.” … Continue reading → The post Episode # 203 – Round 2 with Dr. Gordon Chen From a Few Days Before Walmart Announced They Are in Talks. How to Deliver 30-50% Lower Hospitalizations and Much More. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Nov 15, 202328 min

Episode # 202 – Andy Thompson is COO of the Largest Independent Pediatric Group and a Former Leader at VillageMD. Here We Learn About Key Quality Metrics, Full vs Partial Risk VBC, Deep Data and the Critical Importance of the Independent Caregiver.

In this episode Ron chats with Andrew Thompson, COO of Pediatric Associates. Here they discuss whether the large health systems deliver better or worse outcomes than independent physicians. They also examine the influence of big healthcare systems, the rise of … Continue reading → The post Episode # 202 – Andy Thompson is COO of the Largest Independent Pediatric Group and a Former Leader at VillageMD. Here We Learn About Key Quality Metrics, Full vs Partial Risk VBC, Deep Data and the Critical I...

Sep 08, 202338 min

Episode # 201 – Leon Wisniewski Round 2 is On Fire with a New App, Billy, Allowing All of Us to Easily See Local Hospital Pricing on Any Procedure. All You Need is a CPT Code and You’re Off..!

In this episode, Ron chats with Leon Wisniewski, Founder of Health Cost Labs & Co-Founder of Billy – a consumer focused healthcare payment tool. Here, Leon discusses how Billy works, how it takes price transparency to a whole new level, … Continue reading → The post Episode # 201 – Leon Wisniewski Round 2 is On Fire with a New App, Billy, Allowing All of Us to Easily See Local Hospital Pricing on Any Procedure. All You Need is a CPT Code and You’re Off..! appeared first on Primary Care Cures...

Sep 01, 202330 min

Episode # 200 – Primary Care Cures Celebrates its 200th Episode with Host Ron Barshop

A lot has changed in healthcare since Ron Barshop started the podcast in 2019. On this 200th episode of Primary Care Cures, Ron reflects on the multitude of conversations he’s had with thought leaders from across the country, the growth of the podcast, the … Continue reading → The post Episode # 200 – Primary Care Cures Celebrates its 200th Episode with Host Ron Barshop appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Aug 23, 202327 min

Episode # 199 – Dr. Cristin Dickerson Has Served 18,000/yr at Green Imaging with 3,000 Centers where Costs Drop 60% with Equal or Better Quality. This is a Preferred Diagnostic Network Defined — Round 2!

In this episode Ron brings Dr. Cristin Dickerson back on the show. Here, she discusses the Green Imaging business model, how they focus on providing fairly priced imaging, her thoughts on what the ideal health plan would be, and more. … Continue reading → The post Episode # 199 – Dr. Cristin Dickerson Has Served 18,000/yr at Green Imaging with 3,000 Centers where Costs Drop 60% with Equal or Better Quality. This is a Preferred Diagnostic Network Defined — Round 2! appeared first on Primary Care ...

Aug 11, 202327 min

Episode # 198 – Dr. Paula Muto has 5,000 Specialists and 10,000 in Process to join UBERDOC a Consumer to Doctor Marketplace.

In this episode Ron chats with Paula Muto, Founder & CEO of UBERDOC. UBERDOC is where direct-pay patients go to find the care they need without the barriers that limit choice, cause delay, and cost more. They are building a … Continue reading → The post Episode # 198 – Dr. Paula Muto has 5,000 Specialists and 10,000 in Process to join UBERDOC a Consumer to Doctor Marketplace. appeared first on Primary Care Cures ....

Aug 02, 202330 min

Episode # 197 – Donald Trigg is an Author and CEO of apree Health, A Combination of Digital Health Innovator Castlight Health and Advanced Primary Care Leader Vera Whole Health.

In this episode Ron chats with Donald Trigg, CEO of apree Health. Here he discusses how apree health is building the first integrated health network that combines data-driven personalization, a coordinated care model, and aligned incentives which aims to unlock … Continue reading → The post Episode # 197 – Donald Trigg is an Author and CEO of apree Health, A Combination of Digital Health Innovator Castlight Health and Advanced Primary Care Leader Vera Whole Health. appeared first on Primary Care...

Jul 21, 202341 min
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