Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

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Advancing Population Health at Rady Children's Health with Dr. Michael Weiss Feb 16, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Michael Weiss, Vice President of Population Health at Rady Children's Health, shares how his team is shifting pediatric care from reactive treatment to proactive prevention. He discusses value-based care, advanced primary care models, and strategies to improve outcomes for children while addressing social drivers of health.

Expanding Maternal Care Access with Partum Health with Meghan Doyle Feb 16, 2026

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In this episode, Meghan Doyle, Chief Executive Officer of Partum Health, discusses how her organization is enhancing maternal and family care through hybrid in-person and virtual support. She shares insights on expanding Medicaid coverage, partnering with health systems, and creating proactive, patient-centered care models to improve outcomes for women and families.

Advancing Value-Based Care at Humana with Alex Ding, MD Feb 15, 2026

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In this episode, Alex Ding, MD, Enterprise Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Humana, discusses the findings from Humana’s latest Value-Based Care Report, including lower hospital admissions and emergency department visits among Medicare Advantage members in value based arrangements. He shares how deeper primary care continuity, stronger payer provider alignment, and reduced administrative burden are key to scaling sustainable, outcomes driven care. Learn more here: https://humana.com/vbc

Carl Bergetz on Legal Strategy, Policy, and Patient-Centered Growth at Rush Feb 15, 2026

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In this episode, Carl Bergetz, Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Rush University System for Health, shares how the legal and government affairs team helps navigate policy changes, compliance challenges, and regulatory uncertainty. He discusses preparing for emerging issues, leveraging technology responsibly, and bringing care closer to patients while maintaining human-centered healthcare.

Transforming Health Information Exchange in Vermont with Randy Farmer Feb 15, 2026

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In this episode, Randy Farmer, President and Chief Executive Officer of Vermont Information Technology Leaders and the state’s health information exchange, discusses the evolution from data connectivity to health intelligence. He shares priorities around culture, customer experience, AI adoption, and how health data can drive better outcomes and lower costs across states and communities.

Clinically Integrated Supply Chain Transformation at Akron Children’s with Joseph Carr Feb 15, 2026

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In this episode, Joseph Carr, Vice President of Supply Chain at Akron Children’s, discusses how his team is shifting supply chain decision-making back to a clinically integrated, strategic model. He shares lessons from driving standardization, freeing up clinician time for patient care, and balancing innovation, automation, and workforce well-being while supporting the mission of pediatric care.

Virtual Care and Improving Emergency Department Flow at Ochsner Health with Dr. Lisa Fort Feb 15, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Lisa Fort, Assistant Chief Medical Information Officer at Ochsner Health, discusses how her team is using virtual care to reduce emergency department overcrowding and streamline patient care. She shares insights on integrating technology, improving care transitions, and creating a patient-centric approach across the health system.

Transforming Healthcare Affordability at Ascendiun with Paul Markovich Feb 15, 2026

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In this episode, Paul Markovich, President and CEO of Ascendiun, discusses his testimony before Congress, the push to eliminate PBM spread pricing and rebates, and why he believes the healthcare industry must confront its cost problem head on. He also shares how Ascendiun’s new structure, digital health record ambitions, and unbundled PBM model aim to build a system that is sustainably affordable and worthy of patients and families.

Affordability and the Role of Regional Nonprofit Health Plans at Point32Health with Patrick Gilligan Feb 14, 2026

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In this episode, Patrick Gilligan, President and CEO of Point32Health, shares how the New England based nonprofit is confronting rising medical and pharmacy costs while staying focused on members and employers as its true shareholders. He discusses the affordability crisis, aligning incentives with providers, and why redesigning care around the patient experience is essential to lowering costs and improving outcomes.

Navigating CMS Changes and Clinical Documentation in Rural Orthopedics with Dr. Sylvester Youlo Feb 14, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Sylvester Youlo, Orthopedic Surgeon at Phelps Health, shares how shifting CMS rules and the move toward outpatient care are reshaping surgical practice in rural health systems. He discusses Phelps Health’s clinical documentation initiative and why strong documentation is critical for patient care, reimbursement, and the future of healthcare delivery.

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