Getting a Seat at the (Healthcare Policy) Table

In this episode, Tripp Johnson and Marcus Shumate dive into the complexities of healthcare policy, focusing on the recent changes proposed by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. They discuss the importance of creating scalable value proposition if you want to have a seat at the table for healthcare policy. Tripp and Marcus share their experiences advocating for changes to policies that would have significantly impacted access to care in the state. They emphasize the need for healthcare providers to be actively involved in policy discussions to drive meaningful change and improve accessibility, quality, and affordability of care.

Key Topics:

• The significance of having a scalable value proposition in healthcare.
• Challenges and opportunities in transitioning from boutique private pay to in-network insurance contracts.
• Recent policy changes by Blue Cross Blue Shield NC and their implications.
• Advocacy efforts by providers and trade organizations to influence policy.
• The balance between ethical decision-making and business interests in healthcare.
• The role of community mental health and its impact on policy and care delivery.
• Importance of stakeholder engagement and creating value for providers, patients, and payers.

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