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Negotiating Provider Bills
Recently my friend had a family member go for a follow-up cardiologist visit and they sent him a bill for thousands of dollars. They couldn't believe…
Mar 14, 2022
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Nickolas Crim
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Have a Productive and Affordable Annual Wellness Visit
Even the most reluctant doctor goers know they should at the very least get an annual wellness check-up. So here’s a guide to a productive and…
Mar 10, 2022
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Nickolas Crim
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Health Insurance Premiums: the modern day wage freeze
In 1942 Executive Order 9250 established wage freezes. Today the source can be found in most employee benefits guides.
Mar 4, 2022
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Nickolas Crim
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February 2022
$6,700 ER Visit?
Self-pay pricing and made-up discounts.
Feb 22, 2022
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Nickolas Crim
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January 2022
The Office, Surpluses, and the Affordable Care Act’s 80/20 Rule
This post was updated on January 31st, 2022 to correct some terminology. Earnings for insurance carriers are confined to 15-20% of premiums. Profit…
Jan 28, 2022
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“We’re too small for a self-insured health plan”
When speaking with employers about their company health plan it’s common to hear statements like “I know we could benefit from a self-insured health…
Jan 27, 2022
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Origins of Employer Sponsored Health Plans
Why has the responsibility of offering health insurance fallen on employers? It’s a good question and worth exploring. In the 1920s Baylor hospital…
Jan 27, 2022
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Pharmacy Benefit Mangers (PBMs) and Games They Can Play
A few of the games Pharmacy Benefit Mangers (PBMs) can play. Not all PBMs play these games and with a little bit of research and guidance you can spot…
Jan 27, 2022
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Cost Plus Drugs and PBMs
Mark Cuban made some headlines this weekend with the official launch of Cost Plus Drugs. His company's online DTC approach is unique considering the…
Jan 27, 2022
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Nickolas Crim
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The Future of Healthcare is Greater Individual Sovereignty
The future of healthcare is greater sovereignty among individuals who are equipped with the tools to effectively monitor and understand their personal…
Jan 27, 2022
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Nickolas Crim
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December 2021
#10: Amy Otto on Telemedicine and Mental Health
On this episode I sit down with Amy Otto who is the Director of Client Experience at VirtualMed Staff. VirtualMed Staff is a full-service telemedicine…
Dec 3, 2021
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November 2021
#9: Vijay Kedar on Tomorrow Health and Simplifying Home-based Medical Care
On this episode I sit down with Vijay Kedar Co-founder and CEO of Tomorrow Health where they are working to simplify home-based medical care. They are…
Nov 16, 2021
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