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This podcast episode features a discussion on the evolving landscape of healthcare, focusing on the importance of quality in patient care and the challenges of aligning physician incentives with quality goals. 

The guests share insights on how healthcare delivery is influenced by reimbursement policies and the need for a collaborative approach to improve patient outcomes. In this conversation, Brian Betner discusses the critical gaps in clinical leadership and the importance of understanding success and failure in quality initiatives. 

He emphasizes the need for cultural change within healthcare organizations and the role of Value-Based Enterprises (VBE) in redefining physician engagement. The discussion also highlights the significance of actionable data in quality improvement and looks ahead to the future of healthcare, focusing on the evolving expectations of patients and the necessity for healthcare systems to adapt.

Brian Betner is a healthcare attorney and managing partner of his firm’s Denver office. He advises hospitals and health systems on legal, clinical, and operational strategy, with deep expertise in governance, compliance, and provider alignment. A U.S. Navy veteran and national speaker, Brian brings a practical, business-minded approach to healthcare law and policy

In this episode, we introduce Steve Pratt, co-host of How Health Systems Work. Steve shares his perspective on the evolving landscape of healthcare, from shifting payment models to the challenges and opportunities ahead for hospitals and providers. Join us as we set the stage for what’s to come—real conversations, expert insights, and a deep dive into how healthcare systems navigate change.