In Part One of Insurance Buffoonery, Kate and Kristen pull back the curtain on the complexities, and yes, the buffoonery, of today's healthcare insurance system. From the surprising origins of health insurance to the real-world challenges patients and providers face every day, they explore how insurance policies can influence treatment decisions, limit access to care, and create unnecessary frustration.

Along the way, Kate and Kristen share personal experiences, discuss why understanding your benefits matters, and offer practical strategies to help you become a more informed advocate for your own health.

Whether you're navigating physical therapy, recovering from an injury, or simply trying to make sense of today's healthcare system, this episode will leave you better equipped to ask the right questions and make more confident decisions.

• The surprising history behind modern health insurance.
• How insurance shapes the care patients receive.
• Common misconceptions about physical therapy and direct access.
• Practical tips for navigating insurance and advocating for yourself.
• Why understanding the system can help you achieve better health outcomes.

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