It's time to break the ice on pharmacy benefit managers' "drink the Kool-Aid" rhetoric! Join Pharmacists United for Truth & Transparency as we host guests from across the healthcare industry to discuss pharmacy news, healthcare issues, & (of course) PBMs... over cocktails.
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Learn about new trends, developments and other topics of interest in the employee and pharmacy benefits worlds during our monthly podcasts.
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The PUTTcast, by Pharmacists United for Truth & Transparency, is a short form podcast dedicated to dispelling the disinformation regularly published by America's largest PBMs and their health insurance parent corporations. In each episode we break down the latest PBM reform news, studies, and legislative actions on behalf of our patients, pharmacies, medical practices for the purpose of education and information. To learn more, visit our website at TruthRx.org.
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Join the movement! The Basic Christian is a discussion of sharing the gospel to the ends of the earth as well as learning to love God and mankind.
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5 Reasons To is a new podcast talking about the 5 reason to check out something new, wether that be a Movie, TV show, Podcast, Book, Etc if it's something great and has a story behind it, then your host Morgan Archer will take you through the reasons why you know it.
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Weekly Pharmacy News from the Insiders! This podcast is packed with updates about what’s happening in the Pharmacy Profession.
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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans benefits pros Julie Stich, Justin Held, Anne Patterson and Stacy Van Alstyne dive into retirement, health care, hot trends, or whatever else the benefits industry throws at them.
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Where scalpels meet systems — and physicians say what they really think. Co-hosted by Dutch Rojas & Anthony DiGiorgio, DO, with Anish Koka, MD, Dan Choi, MD, & Sanat Dixit, MD — candid talks on healthcare policy, reform, physician autonomy & patient care.
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We are at a watershed moment in healthcare. The entire industry is being compelled to question old assumptions and chart a new path forward - in a word, we need to pivot. This podcast hosted by the editorial team at MedCity News will highlight the strategies, the companies and the personalities spearheading this monumental transformation.
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Change either paralyzes or energizes - the choice is yours. Hear from businesses and entrepreneurs who have become energized and who have profited by shaping the shifts in their markets and practices. Become a SHIFTSHAPERS INSIDER and get our latest download, advance notice of all podcasts, podcast summaries, and special INSIDER-ONLY content. INSIDER SIGN UP
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We discuss the most impactful health policy and healthcare finances developments shaping the US Healthcare system now and in the future. We also discuss personal development for physician executives. Co-hosts Dr Anthony Paravati and Dr Amar Rewari.
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340B Leaders Upfront, formerly 340B 360°, is your exclusive window into the industry leaders that provide products and services to hospitals, community health centers and other 340B providers to help them implement and comply with the 340B drug pricing program. Each episode, posted monthly, provides a special opportunity to get to know the C-suite executives of 340B Report's impressive group of sponsors, the valuable expertise they provide, and their insights on key developments in this crit ...
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Listening In (With Permission): Conversations About Today's Pressing Health Care Topics
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Listen in as Catalyst for Payment Reform dials up health care leaders to discuss some of the biggest questions we face today.
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NFP introduces the Insights from the Experts podcast series. Each episode will showcase timely perspective from members of the NFP community, delivering information, analysis and solutions that address our clients’ most significant challenges. You can find archived episodes of Innovation Conversations at https://soundcloud.com/user-939810789.
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Not So Different: A Podcast from The Center for Biosimilars
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"Not So Different," a podcast from The Center for Biosimilars, brings you expert viewpoints from physicians, pharmacists, patients, developers, and other stakeholders in the complex world of biosimilar therapies.
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Independent pharmacies are the last line of defense between patients and a pharmacy system that is quickly becoming a monopoly. The Independent Pharmacy Alliance Podcast will explore why Americans pay the highest drug prices in the world, highlight the life-saving services independent pharmacies provide, and how Pharmacy Benefit Managers utilize anti-competitive business practices to increase drug prices. In each episode, we‘ll talk to a pharmacist or front-line worker fighting for patients ...
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Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) is the world’s largest network of podcasts dedicated to the pharmacy professional and industry insiders. Our content is about dynamic people in the pharmacy industry making a difference and delivering the best pharmacy care. We have over 40+ podcasts with thousands of interviews. Pharmacists are the cornerstone of healthcare, and the PPN reflects that. From Community, LTC, Specialty Pharmacy to Drug Development, Government policy and DigitalHealth, we cover it ...
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LETS Keep it light podcast with Dr. Ginger Bowler focuses on what she calls "above the line living." As co-founder of LETS (Light and Energy Training Seminars), she and her colleagues like to discuss all those things that help us live a happier healthier life, naturally. Many of the episodes focus on Red, InfraRed, Blue and Green Light therapy or photobiomodulation while the others focus on "understanding energy" / understanding that we are energy beings with a physical body and not just a p ...
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Healthcare innovations that make a difference. On the show, Cristy Gupton, President of Custom Benefits Solutions, meets with other experts in the industry and talks over solutions to current obstacles. Today's problems with healthcare and how we change it for the better.
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JC Scott, President & CEO of the Pharmaceutical Care Management Association, discusses the latest trends, public policy developments, and political challenges impacting drug pricing and healthcare. You'll hear the nation's top thought leaders, policy experts, and political analysts on topics like how employers, unions, and others use Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) to drive value for their members in the face of growing healthcare costs. You'll also learn about advancements in gene therapy, ...
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Rodney Mattos Show: Redefining Insurance with Innovation & Insight Welcome to the Rodney Mattos Show, hosted by industry luminary Rodney Mattos, Sr., where we explore the future of insurance and employee benefits with bold ideas and practical solutions. This podcast blends cutting-edge AI automation from Apeironix with Triforta’s transformative strategies, tackling the industry’s biggest challenges head-on. From self-funded workers’ compensation to innovative health benefits management, Rodn ...
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Pharmacists Fight Back! Live on Capitol Hill | PBM Reform; Presented by APCI
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American Pharmacy Cooperative, Inc. (APCI) called on Congress on Thursday, December 11, 2025 to pass the reintroduced Pharmacists Fight Back Act, two coordinated pieces of federal legislation designed to reform pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) practices. The Pharmacy Podcast Network provides exclusive coverage of the event held on Capitol Hill.…
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Medicaid Fraud, COVID Vaccine Deaths, Eli Lilly PBM Moves, Health Care Economics
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Send us a text Keywords healthcare, Medicaid fraud, DEI, vaccine safety, Eli Lilly, ACA, healthcare policy, trust in medicine, social determinants of health, healthcare reform Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss various pressing issues in healthcare, including Medicaid fraud, the impact of fraud on legitimate healthcare needs, and the ongoin…
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Side Hustles, Rx Discount Cards, & the Prescription Benefit Mafia
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Join the PBM OTR Cocktail Crew as they dive deep into the harsh realities facing independent pharmacies as we close out 2025. From the necessity of "side hustles" just to keep the lights on, to the dark side of AI in prior authorizations, the landscape is shifting rapidly. They’ll also unpack the upcoming reintroduction of the Pharmacists Fight Bac…
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EP 505 ENCORE: Fixing PBM Conflicts - With Susan Thomas
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Pharmacy benefits shouldn’t feel like a black box. We sit down with Susan Thomas, Chief Commercial Officer at Lucy Rx, to unpack why drug costs keep rising and what it takes to build a benefit that serves patients and plans—not middlemen. Susan started as an oncology nurse and moved into PBM leadership, and that dual lens shows up in everything we …
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EP 516 ENCORE: Rethinking Provider Networks - with Scott Smith
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We revisit how PPOs got built on discounts and show why total value beats sticker price. Scott Smith joins us to explain nationally curated high-performance networks that rank providers on effectiveness, appropriateness, and cost, and how that changes renewals, member experience, and fiduciary risk. • why traditional PPO discounts miss total cost o…
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What Doctors Learn From Their Comment Section - An Interview with Dr. Zack Meade| RxRated Podcast
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In this special Rated Rx interview, Robbie sits down with Dr. Zack Meade, an anesthesiologist and major social media presence known for breaking down medical misinformation and educating patients online. They talk about why he started posting, how his content evolved from awkward early videos to confident patient-focused education, and why online m…
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Leveraging Local Partnerships to Expand Pharmacy Services | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast
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Independent pharmacists are going beyond the counter to provide exceptional services through community partnerships. In this episode of The Counter Talk™ Podcast host Jason Callori speaks with Kristen Glesman, PharmD, Mandilyn Coffman, PharmD and Emily Rohling, PharmD. These pharmacists share how they're transforming their pharmacies into vital com…
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Pregnancy and Diabetes: New Insights on Autoantibody Testing, OGTT, and Genetic Diagnosis with Dr. Tadeh Vartanian | MaternalRx
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In this episode of the MaternalRX podcast on the Pharmacy Podcast Network, Danielle sits down with Dr. Tadeh Vartanian, a Pharmacist and Medical Lead with deep expertise in autoimmune diabetes. Drawing on years of clinical practice and research, Dr. Vartanian explains why early detection and precise diabetes classification can dramatically shift ou…
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Diving Deeper into The Canadian MAID Program and GOP Healthcare Solutions
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Send us a text Keywords healthcare, MAID, patient autonomy, economic implications, GOP healthcare proposals, health savings accounts, dynamic pricing, Instacart, ethical dilemmas, healthcare systems Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss pressing issues in healthcare, focusing on the Canadian MAID program, the implications of patient autonomy, …
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The Failure of the Electronic Medical Record in Medicine & the Impact of DEI in Medicine
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Send us a text Keywords electronic medical records, healthcare technology, EHR challenges, physician experience, digital health, healthcare regulations, EMR usability, healthcare innovation, patient care, medical technology, EHR, healthcare efficiency, physician ownership, diversity in medicine, medical education, healthcare bureaucracy, DEI, patie…
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The TrumpRx Playbook for Independent Pharmacies - with MatchRX | TWIRx
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Up first, Inspirogene-by-McKesson with Joe DePinto InspiroGene" is a dedicated business unit launched by McKesson in October 2024, focused solely on supporting the commercialization of cell and gene therapies (CGTs). It leverages McKesson's expertise in supply chain, logistics, and specialty pharmacy to help manufacturers, payers, and providers nav…
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The TrumpRx Playbook for Independent Pharmacies - with MatchRX | TWIRx
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Up first, Inspirogene-by-McKesson with Joe DePinto InspiroGene" is a dedicated business unit launched by McKesson in October 2024, focused solely on supporting the commercialization of cell and gene therapies (CGTs). It leverages McKesson's expertise in supply chain, logistics, and specialty pharmacy to help manufacturers, payers, and providers nav…
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NCPA Annual Meeting RECAP Show | Part Three
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Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network's coverage of the NCPA 2025 Post Show! The NCPA annual conference is the trailblazer for community pharmacy, bringing together the pharmacy community. Our host Todd Eury, founder and CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, took the microphone to the action right on the show floor capturing exclusive conversation…
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Benefits Bonus: Executive Order on Drug Discounts Has Uncertain Impact
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This episode is an audio read of a Word on Benefits blog post. Read the post here:https://blog.ifebp.org/executive-order-on-drug-discounts-has-uncertain-impact-on-employers-price-negotiations/Read Jenny's post and many other great blog posts at blog.ifebp.org/By IFEBP
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Insights Backed by Real Data | SureCast LIVE Part Two
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Insights Backed by Real Data | SureCast LIVE – Part Two In Part Two of our three-part SureCast LIVE series, we continue the conversation with vendors, pharmacy leaders, and keynote speakers to explore how SureCast is delivering meaningful impact for pharmacy—backed by real data and real-world experience. This episode highlights innovative solutions…
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EP 518 ENCORE: Quality Without Guesswork - with Kate Grohall
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We explore how reducing variation in cost, outcomes, and experience creates real value, and why deep provider metrics and real-time member support outperform box-checking credentialing. Kate Grohal shares a playbook for aligning incentives without repeating the mistakes that soured HMOs. • defining quality as reducing variation across cost, outcome…
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How Emergency Departments Are Using Real-Time Data to Improve Outcomes with Dr. Hamad Husainy and Dr. Barbara Bond
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During the episode, MedCity News Associate Editor Katie Adams interviews Dr. Hamad Husainy, chief medical officer at PointClickCare, and Dr. Barbara Bond, a physician at Sutter Health, about how AI can help improve patient outcomes in the emergency department. Episode Resources Connect with Arundhati Parmar [email protected] https://twitter.c…
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Planning for retirement is more than just saving and investing money–there are many other things to consider as well, some of which may not be on your radar. So, we turned to Talking Benefits' own Julie Stich for some insight not only because she's a benefits nerdthusiast, but also because she has first-hand experience! In this episode, Julie takes…
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Physician Advocacy in California: How the CMA Fights Back with Dr. Shannon Udovic-Constant
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Learn how physician advocacy in California is tackling the industry's biggest threats. Discover how the CMA fights Medi-Cal cuts, private equity, and physician burnout. Episode Resources: Learn about the California Medical Association (CMA) Explore the AMA's Resources on the Corporate Practice of Medicine Access the CMA's Model Medical Staff Bylaws…
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U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss | PBM Reform
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In this episode, Greg Reybold speaks with Jake Auchincloss, U.S. Congressman of Massachusetts 4th District.By Pharmacy Podcast Network
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Power, Policy, and Platforms: Inside the Forces Reshaping America’s Drug Supply Chain | TWIRx
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Segment 1: The Hidden Lender in America’s Drug Supply ChainGuests: Antonio Ciaccia, President, 3 Axis Advisors Alec Ginsberg, Founder, The Drugstore Cowboy Building on Alec Ginsberg’s investigative article, “The Hidden Lender in America’s Drug Supply Chain,” this discussion exposes how capital flows, credit structures, and opaque financial relation…
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Power, Policy, and Platforms: Inside the Forces Reshaping America’s Drug Supply Chain | TWIRx
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Segment 1: The Hidden Lender in America’s Drug Supply ChainGuests: Antonio Ciaccia, President, 3 Axis Advisors Alec Ginsberg, Founder, The Drugstore Cowboy Building on Alec Ginsberg’s investigative article, “The Hidden Lender in America’s Drug Supply Chain,” this discussion exposes how capital flows, credit structures, and opaque financial relation…
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Ep. 2 - Protecting Your Plan: Lessons from Lewandowski v. Johnson & Johnson
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Mike and Madison break down the recent dismissal of the Johnson & Johnson ERISA case. They dive into the allegations of prescription drug plan mismanagement, what the ruling means for plan sponsors and how similar lawsuits are shaping the benefits landscape. Read Madison's recent blog post on the case: ERISA Fiduciary Litigation Update – A Second J…
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Don't Get Paid Below Your Cost Anymore! | PBM Reform
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This week on the PBM Reform Podcast, Breck L. Rice takes listeners inside a major new software upgrade designed to integrate directly with state-level PBM complaint and reporting systems. Breck also recounts his recent meetings with state Insurance Commissioners—where he presented this breakthrough technology while PBM lobbyists pushed back in real…
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Episode 10: 340B Innovation and Advocacy: A Conversation with Executive Leaders at The Craneware Group
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In the latest episode of our business-focused podcast 340B Leaders Upfront, host Anna Mangum sits down with two executive leaders at The Craneware Group: Chief Customer Officer Lidia Rodriguez-Hupp and Chief Transformation Officer Tara Hanuscak. Founded in 1999, The Craneware Group is a leading provider of healthcare financial performance and 340B …
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Urgent! Time Sensitive Information About Upcoming Decreases in WAC Prices; Action Needed Right Away | Pharmacy Crossroads
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Major decreases in the price of 15 major brand name drugs will take place over the next few weeks and months. Pharmacies need to look carefully at the affected medications and plan now on how to balance inventory needs to minimize the negative effect lower WAC prices will have on reimbursement. This podcast explains the issue, outlines possible act…
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A Flexible Approach to Pharmacy Benefits Management with Adriana Ramirez and Matt Gibbs
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I interviewed Adriana Ramirez and Matt Gibbs, and we spoke about how a new approach to pharmacy benefits management. Episode Resources Connect with Arundhati Parmar [email protected] https://twitter.com/aparmarbb?lang=en https://medcitynews.com/ Connect with Adriana Ramirez and Matt Gibbs [email protected] [email protected] Revie…
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Episode 57 - 2025 Pharmacy Benefits Legislation: What Happened and What's Next
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In the last episode of 2025, host Mike Stull sits down with Employers Health's Madison Connor to discuss the year's biggest pharmacy benefit legislative headlines, cases and court rulings and what they mean for plan sponsors. Watch or listen to Benefits Bites and Health Care Headlines. Register for upcoming Employers Health webinars or watch on dem…
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How AI is Transforming LTC Pharmacy | FrameworkFocus™
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In this episode of FrameworkFocus, we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping long-term care pharmacy. Rick Pollick and Kyle Nilson from SoftWriters’ Alpha Labs join us to discuss the industry-wide impact of AI, the benefits and challenges it presents, and how SoftWriters is bringing innovative, AI-driven workflows to life—starting with AI…
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EP 531 ENCORE: Solving The Health Payment Puzzle - with Tom Policelli
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We revisit the rising problem of the “functionally uninsured” and ask how to restore real access for employees who delay care because of confusion and cost. Paymedix CEO Tom Policelli shares how a super EOB, upfront provider payment, and 0% financing change behavior and bend trend. • confusion outranking cost as the top barrier to care • hospitals …
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The Value of Community: A Conversation with the 2025 Community Leadership Award Finalists Episode Two | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast
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The Community Leadership Award is a prestigious award recognizing our community pharmacists and their commitment to their patients. Each year at the Retail Business Conference (RBC), this award is presented to an independent pharmacist who demonstrates a commitment to promoting the principles of community pharmacy. In this episode, Jason Callori sp…
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Episode 148: Rethinking Primary Care in a Digital World with Dr. Jason Chirichigno
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In this episode, Andréa Caballero of Catalyst for Payment Reform sits down with Dr. Jason Chirichigno—internal medicine physician, digital-care pioneer, and founding clinical leader at Galileo—to unpack what truly differentiates digital medicine from traditional telemedicine, why employers are urgently seeking new care models, and how high-quality,…
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The Future of Pharmacy – Embracing AI and Emerging Technologies | SureCast LIVE
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Speakers: ● Todd Eury – CEO, The Pharmacy Podcast Network (Moderator/Host)● Calvin Hunsicker – Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, SureCost (Product Vision & Innovation Lens)● Amy Cruse, Vice President, Pharmacy, AmPharm● Marsha K. Millonig, MBA, BPharm – President & CEO, Catalyst Enterprises –Pharmacy Industry Perspective…
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Side Table with Christopher Habig: Turning Medicaid into a Trampoline, Not a Trap
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Send us a text Keywords healthcare, primary care, ER, cost reduction, pharmacy reform, 340B program, healthcare access, bureaucratic reform Summary The conversation focuses on the need to shift healthcare from emergency rooms to primary care, emphasizing cost reduction and improved access through reforms in pharmacy practices and bureaucratic proce…
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