
Self-Funded, hosted by Spencer Smith, is the definitive resource for benefits consultants and employers who are ready to challenge the broken healthcare status quo. Each week, you'll get an insider's playbook of actionable strategies from industry leaders that help make healthcare better, together.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 286 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Business | |||

"Fee-for-service has led to transactional primary care where providers have 10 or 15 minutes to code as much as they can just to keep the doors open. We’ve moved away from the idea of primary care as the quarterback of the entire health ecosystem."
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"The most unused cash in the country right now is the money you're wasting on healthcare... If you save a million dollars a year, that's $20 million in market cap."
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"There's no reason why I should be able to do an infusion for 50% of the cost of what it's currently being allowed at. We've seen allowed amounts between $57,000 and $80,000 for Keytruda. I typically can have that in the home at $29,000."
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"We did this survey with a third-party consulting group who talked to 2,000 brokers. Their perception was that 25% of bills are going to be balance bills; it's actually 3%."
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Spencer gets to the heart of what matters, transparency, accountability, and practical solutions for employers navigating the complexities of self-funding. His guests bring deep experience and honest perspectives, and Spencer has a gift for asking the questions and egaging the audience. Whether you’re a broker, TPA, employer, or advocate, this podcast is a must-listen. It’s not just talk. it’s pushing the industry forward!
I literally run an insurance podcast and am happy to call this one the best in the biz. If they let me do a one time 6 star review I would use it here
I can honestly say that the interviews and conversations that Spencer has had on this show have changed my career 👍
Spencer Smith’s Self-Funded podcast is smart, sharp, and actually fun to listen to. He knows his stuff and brings on guests who do too. If you’re in benefits, this one should already be in your rotation… it’s really good.
Self-Funded with Spencer – A Must-Listen Episode: 💙
I'm a huge fan of the Self-Funded with Spencer podcast because of its wide-ranging topics and Spencer’s incredible ability to bring clarity to a marketplace that often feels confusing and opaque. His insights consistently help listeners navigate the complex world of healthcare and benefits with more understanding and confidence.
This most recent episode especially resonated with me. Having had the privilege of spending time with Marshall Allen... more
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This show centers on self-funded health benefits, cost containment, and transforming traditional employer-healthcare models through data, direct-to-employer networks, and innovative funding/delivery approaches. Episodes frequently feature industry leaders discussing fiduciary shifts, transparency, and practical tools for brokers, consultants, and employers aiming to reshape benefits programs with outcomes in mind. A standout trait is the mix of hands-on practitioner expertise, market-ready strategies, and bold, sometimes controversial, reforms that challenge conventional networks and pricing. Listeners are likely looking for actionable insights to reduce costs, improve care delivery, and navigate a rapidly evolving benefits landscape.
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Self-Funded launched 5 years ago and published 286 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Self-Funded include:
1. Jake Velie
2. Jonathan López
3. Jay Gepfert
4. Chris Hamilton
5. Taylor Rogers
6. Seth Denson
7. Blake Allison
8. Philip Eaves
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