Voices of Self Funding: Paul Ashley, CEBS, Vice President and Consultant, NFP

CO 252 Denials: A Growing Challenge and How to Stay Ahead Understand the growing trend of CO252 denials. Learn what’s driving this surge and Kristeen Coronado’s approach to managing these denials. Brought to you by www.infinx.com. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Host Ramesh Kumar sits down with Paul Ashley, CEBS a Vice President and Consultant at NFP. Paul has 22 years of experience managing health plans for upper- to middle-market employers. During the podcast, we talked about the various ways that organizations can improve transparency and reduce their pharmacy costs, as well as examining the latest trends in PBM contracting. This episode was sponsored by Valenz Health. For more information on PBM contracting or other topics related to the self-funding industry, please visit HCAA.org. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Intentionality in the Workplace: Discussing Workforce Shifts with Inovalon’s Chief People Officer The return to in-office work following the COVID-19 pandemic has not been a linear process.Organizations across healthcare and beyond have taken various steps to encourage in-office work, from mandatory requirements to flexible hybrid models. On this episode, Inovalon’s Chief People Officer, Sara DeBella, shares how the company has evolved its hybrid model to prioritize intentional in-office collaboration while balancing remote work throughout the rest of the week. Host: Justine Giancola Guest: Sara DeBella, Chief People Officer, Inovalon Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Leading a Digital Transformation: The Pivot to Digital Care at LifeBridge Health On this episode, Chief Information and Digital Officer Tressa Springmann, shares how LifeBridge Health is leading the charge with their digital initiatives with host Ben Hilmes. She highlights real-world examples of how strategic IT alignment can drive better patient outcomes and streamline hospital operations. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Ericka Adler is joined by fellow Roetzel attorney Christina Kuta to discuss the latest developments in the FTC’s attempt to ban non-competition provisions. Ericka and Christina examine new developments since the previous episode, including a Texas court issuing an injunction preventing the FTC rule from going into effect nationally and the current circuit split that may postpone a final decision. They discuss how to treat non-competition provisions moving forward, emphasizing the necessity of understanding state-specific legislation and mandates. Additionally, they provide guidance for employers who have not yet incorporated a non-competition clause within their employment agreements and review key considerations for non-compete clauses, highlighting essential elements that should be included in these provisions. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

121. Enhancing Flexible Endoscope Reprocessing: The Role of Borescopes and AI Every reprocessing professional that has worked with flexible endoscopes knows one irrefutable fact...Flexible endoscopes are complex devices that are difficult to clean. In this episode, they speak with Harry Oussoren to discuss the importance of tools like borescopes to enhance visual inspection, the benefits of cleaning verification testing and microbial surveillance, and how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can revolutionize our decision-making process. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Pioneering Care Delivery Transformation: Reducing Avoidable Hospitalizations and Driving Value-Based Care Host: Megan Antonelli Guest: Amy Boutwell Join host Megan Antonelli for an insightful interview with Dr. Amy Boutwell, a leading expert in healthcare delivery transformation. As a practicing physician with deep experience in public policy, process improvement, and serving vulnerable populations, Dr. Boutwell has dedicated her career to designing and implementing innovative care models that reduce avoidable hospitalizations and emergency department visits. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Raj Sundar dives into Ukrainian immigrant's and refugees' experiences and historical context with guest, Tamara Cunitz. She shares her family's journey from Ukraine to the US during World War 2 and how it has fueled her passion for nursing and community health. As the executive director of the NASHI Immigrants Health Board, Tamara illuminates the cultural diversity within Ukraine and explains the waves of immigration driven by political and social upheaval, from the forced famines under Stalin to the recent conflicts triggered by the Russian invasion. They also explore how language, religion, and resilience shape Ukrainian identity and diaspora communities in Washington state, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging both the challenges and the strengths of the Ukrainian people. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Why Direct Primary Care is the Future Dr. Paul Thomas returns to highlight the momentum behind the Direct Primary Care movement and the revolutionary opportunities to break out of the insurance-based primary care model.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about CVS Health’s new plans to locate Oak Street Health centers side-by-side with pharmacies. Does this latest announcement by a payvider signal that there is a new opportunity for profitable, consumer-first care, and how could it impact the rest of the ecosystem along the way?  Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Hosts Colin Hung and John Lynn discuss An Epic Update from Epic's UGM. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen