#caretalk Podcast

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) review and rate Amazon’s healthcare efforts. (0:48) Halo
 (2:39) Haven 
(5:04) Pillpack
 (6:55) Comprehend Medical
(9:04) Alexa
 (10:16) Amazon Web Services (AWS)
 (11:25) Amazon Care Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast:
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In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) review how both the DNC and RNC handled the topic of healthcare. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-koyVoupnjc

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss Teladoc's acquisition of Livongo and what it means for telehealth. (0:10) Teladoc is acquiring Livongo for 18.5 billion dollars. What are these companies anyway? (3:30) What will be the result of this deal? What will it do for patients, providers, payers? (4:50) Will this deal make a significant difference in healthcare? (8:26) What are the challenges that Teladoc and Livongo will face? (10:00) What are the implications of this deal for home healthcare? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4RYLHuxFtHU

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) explore Kamala Harris' healthcare policies. (0:42) Where does Kamala Harris stand on Medicare for All? (3:50) What is Kamala Harris' plan to pay for this? (5:25) What is Kamala Harris' stance on drug pricing? (8:50) Can Kamala Harris' ideas around addressing racial/ethnic disparities have an impact on healthcare? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PuvbEu8LU68

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss reopening schools in the midst of the pandemic. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uAGMfxZJ5Ac

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate the safety of professional sports during the pandemic. (0:12) Can any professional sport safely continue operations during the pandemic? (1:16) The MLB's "Marlins problem" (3:20) Can Canada do it better? (6:00) What about the NFL? (8:43) Where is the USA in the battle against COVID-19? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-tqMm7JV9Kw

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate whether or not a coronavirus vaccine is coming around anytime soon. (0:12) Are we close to a vaccine for the coronavirus pandemic? (2:34) If/when a vaccine is available, will people actually get vaccinated? (4:45) What should we expect a coronavirus vaccine to cost? (7:21) How will the price Remdesivir be affected by the availability of a vaccine? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xxHcXPIwKq8

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the price of Remdesivir and what we should expect when a coronavirus vaccine arrives. (0:11) Is the price of Remdesivir justifiable? (4:30) Are there any countries doing a good job on drug pricing? (7:51) What will happen when a coronavirus vaccine comes along? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KZ2RqZD7JLI

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss palliative care and how patients are being impacted by the pandemic. (0:10) What are best practices in palliative care and how do we think about that as it relates to COVID-19 patients? (6:18) How are other palliative care patients affected by the pandemic? (8:32) What are some of the key financial incentives around palliative care? What needs to change? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8Nga_wssqu0

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) attempt to measure the impact of COVID-19 on the Medicare population. (0:10) What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Medicare population? (4:14) What is the impact of COVID-19 on Medicare Advantage? (8:37) Will COVID-19 leave a lasting effect on supplemental benefits? (10:51) If you had to choose between picking a Medicare Advantage plan vs.traditional Medicare, which would you choose? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vyVV2txiI0U

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss how the SCOTUS' landmark decision on LGBTQ rights will impact healthcare. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QSzfssGwNp0

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the impact of racial and ethnic disparities on health. (0:11) We know that many racial and ethnic minorities fare worse than white people on health measures. How significant is this? What accounts for these disparities? (7:46) How should we think about these issues in the context of COVID-19 and the nationwide protests? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ck4YdQEg1Pg

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) explain why the U.S. leaving the World Health Organization is a bad idea. (0:20) Why is the U.S. leaving the W.H.O.? (3:07) What's the update with COVID-19 in the U.S.? (05:30) How should we look at the George Floyd protests in a healthcare context? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NeMgpBi8F1s

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) explore the possible reasons behind Atul Gawande's departure from Haven. (0:10) Atul Gawande has departed from Haven. What happened?! (3:35) How is COVID-19 affecting readmissions and what is being done about it at this time? (6:39) Does COVID-19 Medicare buy-in more likely? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8GjPjAYif8s

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss why summer 2020 won't be "fun in the sun." (0:10) What is summer 2020 going to look like for everyone? (1:52) What is "Testing for America?" (4:00) Why is the current state of testing in the U.S. so confusing? (7:05) What is the future of nursing homes in the U.S.? (9:20) What should be made of the decrease in organ donations due to COVID-19? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hSnuCBkYg98

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the rise of telehealth and whether or not it will have a long-lasting impact on healthcare post COVID-19. (0:12) Why are health insurers giving rebates? (3:37) Will COVID-19 lead to any major healthcare innovations? (5:30) Will the telemedicine explosion last post COVID-19? (7:50) Is Telehealth here to stay? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4pAPfaYSJMs

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) debate whether or not meat plants should resume production, as the fight against COVID-19 continues. (0:11) Is it the right move to make meat plants resume production? (2:16) Is public health after COVID-19 going to be similar to security after 9/11? (5:34) Why has emergency room use plummeted? (7:50) Is Telehealth here to stay? Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3c9fQCd

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) discuss the different scenarios for opening up the US economy amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. (0:00) What does a "fixed date" opening of the economy mean? Is it a good idea? (2:25) Should the opening of the US economy be determined by when certain conditions are met? (5:30) Why we can't go on depressing the economy and staying home forever. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eqJoF1TWJyk

In this episode of #CareTalk, hosts David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) are joined by special guest General Stanley McChrystal, to discuss the importance of leadership during the battle against COVID-19. Subscribe to the #CareTalk Podcast iTunes: https://apple.co/2DIDTcr Google Play: https://bit.ly/2RobqMB View this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9nxTU-ikltY

In this episode of #CareTalk, David Williams (Health Business Group) and John Driscoll (CareCentrix) explore the shortage of ventilators and hospital beds in the US and how it is impacting the fight against COVID-19.