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Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast

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The Becker's Payer Issues Podcast is the must-listen podcast exclusively created for health insurance executives. Two new 15-minute episodes are released weekly with the leaders who shape health insurance in America and the cost of care, policy and regula

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Recent Guests

Sameer Amin
Chief Medical Officer at LA Care Health Plan
LA Care Health Plan
Episode: Dr. Sameer Amin on Sustaining Medicaid and Social Determinants of Health Investments
Brian Chaney
Division Senior Vice President of Sales Operations and Commercial Markets Growth at Health Care Service Corporation
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Episode: Simplifying the Digital Health Landscape for Employers with Brian Cheney
Rhonda Randall
Chief Medical Officer for UnitedHealthcare's employer and individual business
UnitedHealthcare
Episode: UnitedHealthcare Expands Doula Coverage to Improve Maternal Health Outcomes
Daniel Elliott
Chief Medical Officer, Provider Experience at Centene
Centene Corporation
Episode: Strengthening Payer Provider Collaboration to Improve Care and Efficiency with Dr. Daniel Elliott
Krista Nelson
CEO of Optum Health
Optum Health
Episode: Advancing Value Based Care and the Future of Optum Health with Krista Nelson
Dr. Kara Odom Walker
Chief Medical Officer for Aetna Medicaid
Aetna
Episode: Tackling Hypertension in Medicaid Through Community Partnerships with Dr. Kara Odom Walker
Jennifer Kowalski
Vice President, Elevance Health Public Policy Institute
Elevance Health
Episode: Data Driven Leadership in Medicare Advantage with Jennifer L. Kowalski of Elevance Health
Emily Durfee
Partner, Corporate Venture Capital with Healthworx
Healthworx, the innovation investment arm of CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Episode: Payer Innovation, Venture Investment, and Managing Rising Care Costs with Emily Durfee
Saria Saccocio
Chief Medical Officer
Essence Healthcare
Episode: Strengthening Payer Provider Collaboration and Advancing Site Neutral Care with Saria Saccocio, MD, MHA,

Hosts

Jacob Emerson
Host of Becker's Payer Issues Podcast
Scott King
Host of Becker's Health Care Podcast
Elizabeth Casolo
Host of Becker's Payer Issues Podcast

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • All Ads, No Substance

    This podcast is basically a long commercial for whatever company the guest works for. Despite the name, actual payer issues are never discussed. If you’re looking for real industry insights, you won’t find them here.

    Apple Podcasts
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    AspenGold1
    United States10 months ago
  • Valuable insights that are rare to find

    Excellent forum to get the word on healthcare payer strategies and issues straight from the source!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CjaneSee
    United States2 years ago
  • Yeah. It’s dry. But

    The topic is dry.

    Keep the info coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LSU = Golf School
    United States2 years ago
  • Meh currently

    This podcast has the potential to be useful. However, the interviews are nothing more than advertisements for whatever company the person represents. There are no challenging questions or attempt to discuss the underlying topics in any factual, unbiased way. Sadly an utter waste of time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    11Marigold
    United States3 years ago
  • Meh currently

    This podcast has the potential to be useful. However, the folks reading the copy each session need to (please!) practice reading it out loud at least a few times before recording and posting it. It’s painful to listen to them trying to stumble thought it.

    Also, their random use of numbering the headlines (first, second, third, etc) is very distracting, especially since the headlines themselves often contain numbers, and the presentation order if of no consequence. Simply pausing between headlin... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    11Marigold
    United States4 years ago

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The podcast is recognized for its timely topics, providing relevant information to professionals in the field of health insurance.
Some express dissatisfaction with the format, feeling that it sometimes resembles promotional content rather than deep discussions.
Listeners appreciate the valuable insights provided by industry leaders.

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Dr. Sameer Amin on Sustaining Medicaid and Social Determinants of Health Investments
Q: What metrics and KPIs do you use to demonstrate the value of SDOH and infrastructure investments to the board?
Metrics include reductions in readmissions, improvements in quality-based program performance, increased network efficiency, faster care access, and measuring the broader community impact through population health outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction.
Dr. Sameer Amin on Sustaining Medicaid and Social Determinants of Health Investments
Q: How are you defending SDOH investments to internal stakeholders given potential member disenrollment and budget pressures?
The plan emphasizes that investments are not discretionary but core to public accountability and equity, with ROI measured through improved community health outcomes, reduced hospitalizations, and stronger networks, not just short-term cost savings.
Strengthening Payer Provider Collaboration to Improve Care and Efficiency with Dr. Daniel Elliott
Q: what issue is putting the most pressure on health plan margins right now and how are you responding
Dan identifies medical expense trends and the need to apply technology and AI thoughtfully to turn margin pressures into actionable improvements for members and providers, emphasizing incremental gains and targeted interventions rather than sweeping changes.
Strengthening Payer Provider Collaboration to Improve Care and Efficiency with Dr. Daniel Elliott
Q: what investment or initiative do you believe will reshape how health plans operate in the next two to three years
Dan highlights AI and technology as game changers, but emphasizes starting with basic blocking and tackling to improve internal workflows, drive more meaningful provider insights, and progressively scale AI to enhance efficiency and coordination across the payer-provider interface.
Strengthening Payer Provider Collaboration to Improve Care and Efficiency with Dr. Daniel Elliott
Q: share a little bit about your background and journey in health care and how that informs your current role
Dan Elliott discusses his 21-year background in a Delaware health system, his transition to Centene as CMO in a local market and now as CMO for provider experience, and how his provider-side experience informs a broader payer perspective to improve collaboration and care.

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Focused on the intricacies of the health insurance landscape, this podcast features industry leaders discussing current challenges, policy changes, and innovative solutions impacting health care delivery in America. Topics frequently explored include Medicaid reforms, prior authorization, payer-provider relationships, and operational efficiency in health plans. The content is tailored for health insurance executives, providing insights directly from authoritative voices within the industry, making it a valuable resource for professionals looking to stay informed on trends and best practices in healthcare policy and management. Unique to this series is its concise format, facilitating quick yet substantial discussions that fit into the busy ... more

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4. Daniel Elliott
5. Krista Nelson
6. Dr. Kara Odom Walker
7. Jennifer Kowalski
8. Emily Durfee

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