Straight Talk Podcast, Episode 1
Straight Talk Podcast
Listen to Mike tell it Straight! Our Straight Talk podcast series brings you the latest information and updates on healthcare reform, costs & quality.
Drug Company Magic, Part 3
“Did you know that health insurance companies that participate in federal or state programs also have stricter gross margin/profit caps on that business? For example, the Medicaid health plans in Louisiana have to pay state and local taxes, and they pay for all administration on 15 percent of the payments they get from the state for managing care of Medicaid patients.”
Surprise Billing? Balance Billing? What’s It All About?
I’ve always said that I can handle bad news as long as I know it’s coming. I think most people would agree with me on that one. Just don’t ambush me with bad news, and I’ll be ok.
Why Louisiana Isn’t California
Don’t you ever get tired of hearing it? I sure do, the same old song:
Can I See a Medical Professional on my Computer, Tablet or Phone? You Bet!
Most of us have already been there. Someone very dear to you, a child, parent, brother, sister or spouse gets sick, and then really sick, and you get scared. And of course, it’s 11:30 at night on a Saturday! What to do?
Hyperbole Rules the Day as the House Passes the AHCA
The Olives: “The Grapes are Gutting Obamacare!! People will die!”
The Grapes: “Obamacare is FAILING! We need to repeal/replace it!”