We are back after the holiday break with Episode 6 which covers the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in healthcare.

Is AI just another weapon for payers and providers to bludgeon each other or will it becpme a force for immeasurable public good?

In this episode, Dr Anthony Paravati and Dr Amar Rewari discuss the transformative impact of AI in healthcare, exploring its potential to improve patient care, streamline insurance claims, and the ways it is used in clash between providers and insurers over the almighty dollar.

They highlight success stories in cancer detection and stroke care, while also addressing the challenges and legal implications of AI in claims processing and denials. The conversation concludes with insights into future trends and the importance of ethical considerations in AI deployment.

Every November, Medicare proposes physician pay cuts and every December, Congress tries to walk them back. But why? Dr Anthony Paravati and Dr Amar Rewari break down the hidden budget rules forcing specialties to fight over a fixed pie, why the much-celebrated MACRA law of 2015 did nothing to fix it, and how successful health systems are adapting their strategy. This episode is short and sweet but there’s something for everyone. From basic, but often flubbed, must-know facts about the Medicare program to critical insights into payer contracting and service line decisions. Knowledge is power - especially when billions are at stake.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Medicare Cuts
03:47 Understanding the RVU and Conversion Factor
09:18 The Impact of Legislation on Physician Payments
14:13 The Role of MACRA and Future Considerations
19:40 The Broader Implications for Patient Care

In this episode, Drs. Amar Rewari and Anthony Paravati discuss the nomination of RFK Jr. as the head of the Department of Health and Human Services. They explore his controversial views on vaccines, public health implications, agricultural policies, and the pharmaceutical industry. The conversation delves into the complexities of chronic disease management, the debate over fluoride in water, and the potential impacts of RFK Jr.'s policies on public trust in science and health.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
03:24 Early Career and Background on RFK Jr.
04:23 Vaccine Controversies and Scientific Denialism
14:36 Agricultural Policies, Raw milk and Health Implications
17:18 Wellness and Chronic Disease Management
25:29 The Influence of Pharmaceutical Lobbying
27:45 Pharmaceutical Benefit Managers and Drug Pricing
29:31 Fluoride in Water: A Complex Debate
32:25 CPT Codes and the RUC: The Role of the AMA in Healthcare
36:16 Navigating Bureaucracy: Challenges Ahead for RFK Jr.
38:09 Summary