America's Healthcare Challenge

Rates in the California individual market were released and the news picked up on increases of up to 146%. Sean and Brian break down the sticker shock many will be facing very soon.

The Association of Academic Medical Centers (AAMC) predicts a shortage of up to 100,000 physicians in the United States within the next decade. Does this mean less time with your doctor? Click play to find out some innovative concepts under development to fill the looming demand for healthcare services beginning next year.

The Social Security and Medicare Trust Fund released its report for sustainability. It is going to be solvent for two more years but still be bankrupt in 13 years. Sean and Brian break down the numbers and ask whether it is fair for future generations to continue to fund programs that do not sustain themselves.

This week's episode has more on the IRS scandal and how it will apply to ACA implementation. We also have more on "rate shock" and whether or not you will qualify for "free" healthcare beginning this year. It may not be the case despite a large perception in the public.

Listen to this week’s episode of America’s Healthcare Challenge. Provisions related to this law are all over the news and we are just warmed up. A trifecta of scandals inside the beltway dominates headlines. Locally, one of the largest school districts in the Metro announced they are cutting hours of certain paraprofessionals and other staffs. Is this an unintended consequence of the law? Also, Medicare payments, readmission challenges and tips for patient/doctor interaction. All of this and more on this week’s AHC.

Many people see the dysfunction in Washington and wonder if some of these massive undertakings can be executed. We have seen delays but the political stakes are getting larger. Will they be able to pull it off? Sean sounds off on this issue and concludes with his call to action.

The United States spends an unmatched amount on healthcare and our outcomes do not compare well with other industrialized nations. If you have ever wondered why then this segment is for you. Sean breaks down why it's so expensive and offers some ideas on how to make it more efficient.

AHC host, Sean McGuire, spent several years in Washington and worked for the Senate Finance Committee. Lots of things happening this week inside the beltway. Here are a few that caught our attention.

Breaking down the pay or play mandate. No section of the law has caused more fear amongst business owners than this section of the law. What causes even more heartburn is the fact it will be enforced by the IRS.

Sean discusses a few items making noise regarding healthcare reform.