Strategies for Self-Funded Health Plans
Employee healthcare represents the second-largest investment for most U.S. businesses, behind payroll. It’s a highly complex system with excessive costs, frustrating member experiences, and administrative burdens.
So, how can employers take control? On The Benefits Playbook: Strategies for Self-Funded Health Plans, discover how innovative companies are changing the status quo to improve the health of their people and their bottom lines.
Join host Sasha Yamaguchi, Commercial Leader at Collective Health, and our guests, as we help you create a successful strategy for better employee healthcare.
Listen to the episodes
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TPA vs. ASO: Which Is Right For You?
Lee Lewis, Chief Strategy Officer & GM Medical Solutions at Health Transformation Alliance
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The Human Side of Health Benefits
David Duenas, Life Science Practice Leader at HUB International
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Designing Benefits for Employee Productivity and Retention
Dr. Bapu Jena, Professor of Health Care Policy at Harvard Medical School
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Self-Funding Isn’t Just for Large Groups
John Meister, Principal & Senior Vice President of Employee Benefits at Newfront
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Building Benefits Connectivity Through Infrastructure
Michael Levin, Co-founder of Ideon
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The Importance of Building an Inclusive Benefits Plan
Serafina Miller, Senior Principal Consultant at Mercer
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Designing Braggable and Unique Benefits Programs
Emily Munroe, Global Head of Benefits & Wellness at Live Nation
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Creating a Safe Workplace Through Inclusivity, Benefits, and Education
Ben Greene, Public Speaker & LGBTQ+ Inclusion Consultant
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A new episode launches every three weeks. Check back shortly, or subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform to get the latest episodes, right when they drop.
The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Collective Health, its affiliates, sponsors, employees, or customers. This podcast is not intended as legal, medical, or financial advice. If you have any questions or concerns in these areas, please consult with a qualified professional.
Check out the Season 2 episodes
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The Basics of Healthcare
Michael Caussin, Licensed Health Advisor
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Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Pharmacy Study
Jessica Lea, Founder and CEO of Tria Health
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Navigating the Shift to Self-Funded Health Plans
Dan Hodges, SVP of Employee Benefits at Woodruff Sawyer
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Empowering Members to Make Better Care Choices
Dr. Matt Resnick, Chief Medical Officer at Embold Health
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Innovative Solutions for Mental Health & Addiction Treatment
Dr. Smita Das, VP of Psychiatry & Complex Care at Lyra Health
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A new episode launches every three weeks. Check back shortly, or subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform to get the latest episodes, right when they drop.
Missed Season 1? Listen now
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TPA vs. ASO: Which Is Right For You?
Lee Lewis, Chief Strategy Officer & GM Medical Solutions at Health Transformation Alliance
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The Human Side of Health Benefits
David Duenas, Life Science Practice Leader at HUB International
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Designing Benefits for Employee Productivity and Retention
Dr. Bapu Jena, Professor of Health Care Policy at Harvard Medical School
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Self-Funding Isn’t Just for Large Groups
John Meister, Principal & Senior Vice President of Employee Benefits at Newfront
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Building Benefits Connectivity Through Infrastructure
Michael Levin, Co-founder of Ideon
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The Importance of Building an Inclusive Benefits Plan
Serafina Miller, Senior Principal Consultant at Mercer
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Designing Braggable and Unique Benefits Programs
Emily Munroe, Global Head of Benefits & Wellness at Live Nation
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Creating a Safe Workplace Through Inclusivity, Benefits, and Education
Ben Greene, Public Speaker & LGBTQ+ Inclusion Consultant
The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Collective Health, its affiliates, sponsors, employees, or customers. This podcast is not intended as legal, medical, or financial advice. If you have any questions or concerns in these areas, please consult with a qualified professional.
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