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Advancing Orthopedic Care: Insights from Mark Testa
If escalating orthopedic costs and unnecessary surgeries are burdening your benefits plan, this episode explores regenerative medicine strategies to reduce downtime and expenses without invasive procedures.
Resources Mentioned:
2026 On the Pulse Report: Insights on Employee Benefits Trends – Download this free report for forward-looking trends in employee benefits, including MSK innovations, regenerative medicine, and cost avoidance. [https://imacorp.com/insights/hr-insights-on-the-pulse-report-2026]
Visit imacorp.com to connect with the IMA team and learn more about building smarter employee benefits.
Listen and Subscribe: Share this episode with a fellow HR leader and subscribe to On the Pulse with IMA on your favorite podcast platform for more practical insights. Have questions or topics you'd like covered? Reach out via imacorp.com.
Episode Description: Kelly Bowman sits down with Mark Testa, Executive Vice President at Regenexx, to discuss non-surgical alternatives in musculoskeletal care. With 30 years as a chiropractor and acupuncturist, Mark explains how regenerative medicine using platelet-rich plasma and bone marrow cells fits between conservative therapy and surgery, reducing costs by 60-70% and avoiding downtime. They cover breakdowns in traditional MSK pathways, integrating with digital PT and centers of excellence, and evidence from academic centers. From candidate evaluations to zero-dollar member costs, this conversation provides actionable insights for HR leaders seeking to enhance plans with advanced, accessible options. Whether addressing arthritis or rotator cuff tears, Mark's expertise offers a roadmap to smarter orthopedic strategies.
Guest Bio: Mark Testa is Executive Vice President at Regenexx, focusing on non-surgical regenerative medicine to help patients avoid elective orthopedic surgeries. A trained chiropractor and acupuncturist with 30 years of hands-on experience in pain clinics and hospitals, he promotes image-guided cell therapies. Based in Denver, Mark enjoys cooking homemade Italian dishes like bolognese sauce.
Host: Kelly Bowman
Key Timestamps:
00:00 - 01:20: Introduction to orthopedic cost challenges and alternatives.
01:20 - 02:05: Show intro and welcome.
02:05 - 03:15: Mark introduces himself, his role at Regenexx, and a fun fact.
03:15 - 04:10: Personal chit-chat on cooking passions.
04:10 - 06:00: Defining regenerative medicine and its evolution.
06:00 - 07:00: Shift to non-surgical strategies.
07:00 - 08:30: Impact on costs, downtime, and employee access.
08:30 - 10:50: Common pitfalls: Traditional MSK breakdowns, with examples.
10:50 - 13:15: Client story on avoiding surgery through cell therapies.
13:15 - 15:55: Measuring success: Savings metrics, ROI, and outcomes data.
15:55 - 19:25: Designing programs for diverse populations, with integration examples.
19:25 - 21:25: Communication trends and tools for education.
21:25 - 22:30: Misconceptions about regenerative novelty.
22:30 - 24:00: Bridging clinical care with finance, plus academic examples.
24:00 - 26:00: Evaluating candidates and plan integration.
26:00 - 28:30: Mindsets holding employers back: Defaulting to surgery.
28:30 - 29:45: Upcoming trends: Broader regenerative access.
29:45 - 31:55: Rethinking MSK support through conservative enhancements.
31:55 - 33:30: Building a non-surgical culture from leadership down.
33:30 - 34:40: Role of data, imaging, and personalization in care.
34:40 - 34:55: Branding regenerative options for clarity.
34:55 - 35:40: Must-have strategy for 2026: MSK pathway audits.
35:40 - 37:55: Advice for organizations: Integrate non-surgical options, educate teams, and measure avoidance.
37:55 - End: Closing thanks and show outro.
Resources Mentioned (Repeated for Convenience):
2026 On the Pulse Report: Insights on Employee Benefits Trends – Download this free report for forward-looking trends in employee benefits, including MSK innovations, regenerative medicine, and cost avoidance. [https://imacorp.com/insights/hr-insights-on-the-pulse-report-2026]
Visit imacorp.com to connect with the IMA team and learn more about building smarter employee benefits.
Listen and Subscribe (Repeated for Convenience): If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a fellow HR leader and subscribe to On the Pulse with IMA on your favorite podcast platform for more practical insights. Have questions or topics you'd like covered? Reach out via imacorp.com.
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By IMA / tentwentytwoIf escalating orthopedic costs and unnecessary surgeries are burdening your benefits plan, this episode explores regenerative medicine strategies to reduce downtime and expenses without invasive procedures.
Resources Mentioned:
2026 On the Pulse Report: Insights on Employee Benefits Trends – Download this free report for forward-looking trends in employee benefits, including MSK innovations, regenerative medicine, and cost avoidance. [https://imacorp.com/insights/hr-insights-on-the-pulse-report-2026]
Visit imacorp.com to connect with the IMA team and learn more about building smarter employee benefits.
Listen and Subscribe: Share this episode with a fellow HR leader and subscribe to On the Pulse with IMA on your favorite podcast platform for more practical insights. Have questions or topics you'd like covered? Reach out via imacorp.com.
Episode Description: Kelly Bowman sits down with Mark Testa, Executive Vice President at Regenexx, to discuss non-surgical alternatives in musculoskeletal care. With 30 years as a chiropractor and acupuncturist, Mark explains how regenerative medicine using platelet-rich plasma and bone marrow cells fits between conservative therapy and surgery, reducing costs by 60-70% and avoiding downtime. They cover breakdowns in traditional MSK pathways, integrating with digital PT and centers of excellence, and evidence from academic centers. From candidate evaluations to zero-dollar member costs, this conversation provides actionable insights for HR leaders seeking to enhance plans with advanced, accessible options. Whether addressing arthritis or rotator cuff tears, Mark's expertise offers a roadmap to smarter orthopedic strategies.
Guest Bio: Mark Testa is Executive Vice President at Regenexx, focusing on non-surgical regenerative medicine to help patients avoid elective orthopedic surgeries. A trained chiropractor and acupuncturist with 30 years of hands-on experience in pain clinics and hospitals, he promotes image-guided cell therapies. Based in Denver, Mark enjoys cooking homemade Italian dishes like bolognese sauce.
Host: Kelly Bowman
Key Timestamps:
00:00 - 01:20: Introduction to orthopedic cost challenges and alternatives.
01:20 - 02:05: Show intro and welcome.
02:05 - 03:15: Mark introduces himself, his role at Regenexx, and a fun fact.
03:15 - 04:10: Personal chit-chat on cooking passions.
04:10 - 06:00: Defining regenerative medicine and its evolution.
06:00 - 07:00: Shift to non-surgical strategies.
07:00 - 08:30: Impact on costs, downtime, and employee access.
08:30 - 10:50: Common pitfalls: Traditional MSK breakdowns, with examples.
10:50 - 13:15: Client story on avoiding surgery through cell therapies.
13:15 - 15:55: Measuring success: Savings metrics, ROI, and outcomes data.
15:55 - 19:25: Designing programs for diverse populations, with integration examples.
19:25 - 21:25: Communication trends and tools for education.
21:25 - 22:30: Misconceptions about regenerative novelty.
22:30 - 24:00: Bridging clinical care with finance, plus academic examples.
24:00 - 26:00: Evaluating candidates and plan integration.
26:00 - 28:30: Mindsets holding employers back: Defaulting to surgery.
28:30 - 29:45: Upcoming trends: Broader regenerative access.
29:45 - 31:55: Rethinking MSK support through conservative enhancements.
31:55 - 33:30: Building a non-surgical culture from leadership down.
33:30 - 34:40: Role of data, imaging, and personalization in care.
34:40 - 34:55: Branding regenerative options for clarity.
34:55 - 35:40: Must-have strategy for 2026: MSK pathway audits.
35:40 - 37:55: Advice for organizations: Integrate non-surgical options, educate teams, and measure avoidance.
37:55 - End: Closing thanks and show outro.
Resources Mentioned (Repeated for Convenience):
2026 On the Pulse Report: Insights on Employee Benefits Trends – Download this free report for forward-looking trends in employee benefits, including MSK innovations, regenerative medicine, and cost avoidance. [https://imacorp.com/insights/hr-insights-on-the-pulse-report-2026]
Visit imacorp.com to connect with the IMA team and learn more about building smarter employee benefits.
Listen and Subscribe (Repeated for Convenience): If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a fellow HR leader and subscribe to On the Pulse with IMA on your favorite podcast platform for more practical insights. Have questions or topics you'd like covered? Reach out via imacorp.com.