The ShiftShapers Podcast

EP #453: What If Ambulatory Care Was a Direct Pay Model? — With Jawad Arshad, MD


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As healthcare costs continue to rise and insurance premiums become increasingly unaffordable for many Americans, the concept of direct pay models has gained traction.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jawad Arshad, CEO at WoW Health Solutions, to explore the idea of a direct pay model for ambulatory care. We dive into the benefits and challenges of such a model for ambulatory care and explore how it could potentially transform the healthcare industry.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of healthcare in the United States.

What You’ll Learn From This Episode:
0:47 ER physician turned CEO: An insight into the challenges faced by providers and payers in healthcare delivery.

2:09 Understanding direct pay model for ambulatory care: A transparent and consumer-centric approach to healthcare payment.

5:17 Addressing misconceptions about insurance policies and direct pay models.

7:25 Benefits of Direct Primary Care and Challenges in the Current Healthcare System

11:55 The role of benefits advisors in changing employee behavior and reducing healthcare costs.

11:47 Exploring the direct pay model and insurance deductibles: Can you still file for reimbursement?

16:07 Alternative arrangements and market stressors driving direct pay models.


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