Learn how voice distribution across platforms amplifies your message. Discover how speaking your vision creates real impact. We discuss the mechanics of how energy moves through your message and why intentional communication strategy is vital for reaching an audience. By treating your voice as a tool for connection, you can…
New ACA work requirements are arriving for the expansion group starting January 1, 2026. We break down the 80-hour monthly mandate, including qualifying activities like work, school, and volunteering. If you fall within the 19-64 age range, understanding these Medicaid eligibility rules is critical to maintaining your coverage. We also…
This is a video about Could Theranos 2.0 Get Through? — Health Plan Contracting Gates Could a Theranos-level fraud happen again? We analyze the specific gates that health plan contracting systems use today. While the Elizabeth Holmes era concluded with a 90-year industry exclusion, the mechanisms used by insurance companies…
Are you losing money because of poor contract management? 73% of providers don't actually know what they are supposed to be paid. We break down how complex payer rules and system errors create significant revenue leakage, often occurring entirely outside the scope of your initial agreement. Learn how to audit…
Many new provider types are struggling with risk-based contracting models that assume they are as mature as established medical groups. We examine why recent market entrants face friction when forced into financial structures designed for long-standing organizations. The industry often treats these emerging provider models with the same expectations applied…
Shorts: 3 payers. 76% of California Medicare Advantage. #Shorts Description: Kaiser, UnitedHealthcare, and SCAN cover 75.8% of California's 2.6M Medicare Advantage enrollees. Medicare TME rose 6.1% in 2023, and four plans hold over half of Medi-Cal managed care. Source: CA Health Care Spending Growth Trends, 2022–2023. #MedicareAdvantage #MediCal #HealthPolicy #ValueBasedCare…
We examine the risks of Medicaid coverage reduction and what it means for patient access at community health centers. Financial constraints are creating significant uncertainty for patients like Destiny Rosa at the Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center. We discuss the structural challenges that threaten to limit health insurance eligibility for…
Living with a chronic illness during high school creates unique challenges for students. We discuss the reality of that journey. Being diagnosed with a chronic illness during freshman year of high school changes everything. We look at how a health diagnosis can impact your academic path and the difficult decision…
A clinical diagnosis is only half the picture when it comes to patient outcomes. We discuss why standard medical labels often fail to capture the full patient experience. This episode examines the essential role of peer support in filling those gaps within our current healthcare system. Subscribe for weekly healthcare…
Dr. Todd May, VP and Medical Director at Health Net. Addressing youth loneliness is a critical challenge. Meet Esha, who is leading a new movement to support young people facing isolation. Many young people struggle with chronic conditions that create significant barriers to social connection. Esha shares her personal journey…
Improving healthcare solutions requires clear standards. We discuss how to bridge the gap in current industry practices. We sat down on the show floor to examine the evolving expectations for patient care delivery. This discussion focuses on the operational challenges providers face when implementing new protocols that align with broader…
Dr Todd May, VP and Medical Director at Health Net Health Plan
Chronic illness often leads to silent isolation for young people. We discuss why this epidemic is ignored by our health systems. We sit down with Esha Mittal to examine the gap between societal perception and the reality of teen loneliness. While we often frame isolation as a senior issue, one…
Why is musculoskeletal care frequently excluded from the modern value-based care conversation? We discuss the gap at RISE West 2026. Scaling patient outcomes requires rethinking how we approach physical health services. We sat down with Yvonne Negrón of Golden Triangle Acupuncture to examine how these bodywork solutions are often overlooked,…
Chronic illness isolation is a silent epidemic among young adults — and it's almost never talked about. Coming soon: our full conversation with Esha Mittal, founder of The Shared Strength Project, on what it's actually like to grow up chronically ill, why peer support changes everything, and why the health…
Many people fear acupuncture pain, but the reality is much gentler. Learn why most patients don't feel the needle insertion. Acupuncture needles are exceptionally thin, often compared to horse hair or a guitar string. Because of this, the process is widely considered a painless acupuncture experience. It is common for…
Is acupuncture pain really a myth? These acupuncture needles are thinner than a guitar string, making the entire acupuncture experience surprisingly gentle. You might not even notice when 15 needles are inserted. Yvonne Negrón is a licensed acupuncturist and the owner of Golden Triangle Acupuncture located in San Diego, California.
Clubbing, drinking... I wanted to join, but my body couldn't keep up. The invites stopped. Losing friendships over chronic illness? It’s a gut punch that lingered for years. A preview of my chat with Esha Mittal on youth isolation driving costs value-based care misses. 🔗 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/QQlzV6xSYtw…
People were kinder to me the moment I lost my hair, even though my health hadn't changed. This video explores the visual bias that dictates who receives sympathy and who is ignored. We break down the statistics behind chronic illness prevalence to expose why society struggles to acknowledge suffering that…
Medicare Advantage is entering a new era—and the industry is feeling the pressure. We’re at RISE West 2026 asking leaders how H.R. 1 will reshape healthcare and who ultimately gets left holding the bag. #medicareadvantage #HR1 #RISEWest2026 #ValueBasedCare #VBCAPodcast #shortsfeed #healsact #expandhealth #strengtheningmedicare #hcbs #essentialcoverage #ahei
Learn how to use health plan contracts to your advantage. Discover exactly how many patients you need to gain leverage when negotiating with insurance providers. Understanding your provider market power begins with knowing your data. If you are in primary care, having 500 or more patients gives you the leverage…
Someone asked me: to doctors are the same but getting paid different rates. How do I get that fixed? Stop settling for lower pay when negotiating with Renown Health System. Learn how to leverage market data to secure parity. Most providers fail to negotiate pay rate effectively because they ignore…
Hospitals get paid significantly more for C-sections than vaginal births — and that incentive shapes care. In this 51-second breakdown, we explain why reimbursement models pay more for surgical deliveries, why postpartum care often goes unpaid, and what it means for patients navigating maternity care and hospital billing. Ask your…
Are crisis hotline protocols failing those in a mental health crisis? This breakdown examines the Lindsay Clancy case and the critical questions surrounding emergency screening and admission criteria. We analyze the tension between precision and safety in high-stakes suicide prevention services. Subscribe for more objective legal and healthcare analysis.