The Healthcare Hangover

The Healthcare Hangover

David Contorno, Emma Fox

Episodes 34
Avg. Duration 23m
Activity Dormant
Since Jun 2023
Latest Episode Dec 2024

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About This Podcast

A Podcast about the perverse incentives in the US Healthcare system by 2 long time healthcare and health insurance experts that leave us feeling hungover.

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Recent Episodes

Navigating Client Loss: The Value of Healthcare Consulting vs. Brand Name Brokers

Dec 24, 2024 28m

In this episode, Emma and David dive into the gut punch of losing a long-time client right before Thanksgiving. After saving them a jaw-dropping $85 million, the client still jumped ship, swayed by a…

Justice or Retribution? The Assassination of a Healthcare CEO and America's Anger

Dec 17, 2024 34m

In this episode, Emma and David delve into the shocking assassination of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, exploring its implications on the American healthcare system. They discuss the…

Healthcare in Focus: Politics, Policy, and Perception

Nov 19, 2024 20m

In this thrilling episode, we dive deep into the drama of healthcare and politics, exploring how recent elections could transform the future of healthcare legislation. Our hosts dissect the heated…

Insurance Industry Shakeup: Consolidation, Broker Influence, and Cost Implications

Oct 15, 2024 30m

Hosts Emma and David pull back the curtain on the explosive $7.75 billion deal between Marsh and McGriff, unpacking what this massive consolidation means for healthcare costs, broker incentives, and…

The Truth About Self Funding

Oct 15, 2024 27m

In this episode, Emma & David break down the world of self-funding in healthcare, tackling the big myths and uncovering game-changing strategies. Employers often fear self-funding is too risky,…

Hangovers & Health Care: Sipping on Politics

Oct 08, 2024 32m

In this episode of Healthcare Hangover, Emma and David dive into a head-to-head comparison of the healthcare policies shaping the 2024 election. They break down Kamala Harris’s plan to expand the…

Breaking Through with Ketamine Therapy

Oct 08, 2024 27m

In this eye-opening episode of Healthcare Hangover, we explore the powerful, emerging world of ketamine-assisted therapy. Inspired by the Netflix documentary How to Change Your Mind, the conversation…

The Healthcare Illusion: Why you are paying more for less

Oct 01, 2024 23m

In this episode, David & Emma tackle the shocking truths about the U.S. healthcare system and how insurance, rather than providing financial relief, can often leave you paying far more than if…

Systemic Corruption, Doctor Compensation, and the Path to Reform

Oct 01, 2024 23m

In this episode, our hosts dive into the systemic issues plaguing healthcare, from doctor compensation and broker commissions to the broader dysfunction of the benefits system. They reveal how…

Traversing the Healthcare Maze: Real Stories and Practical Solutions

Sep 24, 2024 31m

In this eye-opening episode, David Contorno and Emma Fox dive into the harsh realities many face in accessing life-saving medications for chronic conditions. They share a heartfelt story of an…

Fiduciary Responsibility and Hidden Costs

Sep 24, 2024 42m

In this episode, Emma Fox and David Contorno explore the intertwined complexities of fiduciary responsibility and the hidden costs in healthcare. As employers face increasing scrutiny under ERISA and…

Unmasking the BUCAs: The Hidden Agenda Behind Healthcare Costs

Sep 17, 2024 29m

In this eye-opening episode, Emma Fox and David Contorno dive deep into the often-overlooked mechanisms that drive healthcare costs higher year after year. Emma shares her viral LinkedIn post about…

When Chronic Pain Takes a Toll: A Journey Through Medical Challenges and Lessons Learned

Sep 17, 2024 28m

In this episode, Emma Fox and David Contorno dive into the whirlwind of 2024, a year that began with optimism but quickly spiraled into a series of unexpected health challenges. David opens up about…

Navigating the Healthcare Hangover: Costs, Coverage, and Quality in the US

Apr 23, 2024 25m

In episode 20 of The Healthcare Hangover, David Contorno and Emma Fox discuss alarming healthcare facts, including the US's high healthcare spending, lack of guaranteed health coverage, and avoidable…

The Complexities and Hurdles of Integrating DPC into Health Plans

Apr 16, 2024 18m

In episode 19 of The Healthcare Hangover, David Contorno and Emma Fox delve into the complexities of the healthcare system, touching on issues such as access to care, the influence of lobbyists, and…

DPC For All

Jan 09, 2024 17m

In episode 18 of The Healthcare Hangover, David Contorno and Emma Fox discuss their recent trip to Dallas and a new project they've been working on. They also talk about the challenges of the…

Stop Giving Up!

Jan 02, 2024 15m

In episode 17 of The Healthcare Hangover, David Contorno and Emma Fox discuss their frustration with employers giving up on finding effective healthcare plans. They delve into the importance of…

Government Takeover!

Dec 26, 2023 21m

In episode 16 of The Healthcare Hangover, David Contorno and Emma Fox discuss their experiences with political influences in the healthcare system. They share their frustrations with trying to make…

Do or Die - A Conversation on GLP-1s

Dec 19, 2023 20m

In episode 15 of The Healthcare Hangover, David Contorno and Emma Fox dive into the topic of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, exploring their effectiveness, financial implications, and the debate surrounding…

4th Quarter Madness

Dec 05, 2023 14m

In episode 14 of The Healthcare Hangover, David Contorno and Emma Fox discuss the challenges and headaches of the healthcare system. They dive into the busy season and the lack of breaks they’re…

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How many episodes does The Healthcare Hangover have?

The Healthcare Hangover has published 34 episodes since June 2023, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.

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The Healthcare Hangover is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 23m.

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