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🚨 A Tragic Turning Point: What the UnitedHealthcare CEO's Death Reveals About the Healthcare Crisis 🚨 On The Rick Smith Show, we dive into a tough conversation: the tragic death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the larger systemic issues it highlights. 💔 With nearly a third of claims denied by UnitedHealthcare, how many lives are affected by delayed care? Let’s talk about the need for change and accountability in our healthcare system. 🔗 Watch the full clip to learn more. 📢 Join the conversation and share your thoughts. #HealthcareCrisis #RickSmithShow #UnitedHealthcare #HealthCareReform #SocialJustice #HealthcareJustice #FSTV #HealthMatters #ChangeTheSystem #CorporateAccountability

Did you know? UnitedHealthcare frequently denies or underpays claims. This is done to capture more health care dollars for themselves and drives up health care costs. Tell UnitedHealthcare to put patients before profits. Learn more at healthcomesfirst.org.

The opportunity cost here is enormous. What a waste - and preventable with a right sized and comprehensive information security program.

Let’s Talk About Healthcare: We Can Do Better Healthcare is messy right now. Between the issues at UnitedHealthcare and the Anthem Blue Cross anesthesia debates, it feels like the system is breaking in ways that hurt the very people it’s meant to serve. Patients are being left stranded, providers are stretched thin, and the trust between us all seems to be unraveling. It’s exhausting—for everyone. What’s really missing here? Empathy. We’re all human. Whether you’re a CEO making tough calls, a provider fighting to deliver care, or a patient trying to navigate this chaotic system, we’re all just trying to make it through life. But somewhere along the way, we’ve lost sight of that shared humanity. Healthcare doesn’t need bandaids anymore—it needs disruption for good. We need to stop patching holes and start reimagining what care should look like. That means: Prioritizing people over profits Building systems that foster collaboration, not division Making decisions that honor patients’ and providers’ voices I’m passionate about being part of this kind of change. I believe we can create a system that’s not just efficient but also compassionate—a system where empathy is at the core of every decision. So, here’s my question to you: What’s one thing you think could make a difference in healthcare today? Big or small, let’s start a conversation. Drop your thoughts below—I want to hear your ideas. Together, maybe we can find a way to fix this. #HealthcareInnovation #DisruptHealthcare #EmpathyInHealthcare #HealthcareReform #PatientCareMatters #CollaborationForGood #HumanityInHealthcare #LetsTalkHealthcare

ICYMI! Our latest #MassDataGov industry updates cover critical topics in healthcare policy and innovation: 🔹 Denny Brennan, MHDC's Executive Director, shares his insights on the use of standardized forms for #PriorAuthorization in Massachusetts, reviewing the impact of a new state law affecting long-term care. 🔹 Janice Karin, MHDC's Director of Policy, Technology, and Innovation, gives a quick overview of the newly finalized #MentalHealthParity rule, explaining its implications for providers and patients alike. 🔹 Interested in #QualityMeasures? Janice also points out a free Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services course focused on post-acute care measures—great for anyone interested in improving healthcare outcomes! Watch/listen to the full update: https://ow.ly/EHmR50Tlwsk

APG’s President and CEO, Susan Dentzer, had the pleasure of participating in a stimulating podcast discussion recently with Dr. Eric Weaver, DHA, MHA, sponsored by our APG member Lumeris, on a broad set of topics related to #valuebasedcare.  Topics covered included the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule, including its potential impact on ACO models and primary care reimbursement; the implications of the Supreme Court’s rejection of the Chevron doctrine on federal health care legislation and agency rulemaking; and critical issues in Medicare Advantage surrounding risk adjustment and coding practices. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/ejrcshaD #healthcare #healthcare delivery #valuebasedcare #healthpolicy

The United States is facing a complex problem with an aging Baby Boomer generation, Medicare reimbursement, and ongoing provider shortages. How can organizations prevent these issues from severely impacting access to care? Thomas S. Nantais, an advisor to Clinician Nexus, recently shared insight into various strategies organizations can consider to mitigate staffing shortages, increase patient access, and address compensation issues. #physiciancompensation #medicare #healthcareshortage #thoughtleadership Learn more > https://hubs.la/Q02WG5C80

Did you know? UnitedHealthcare frequently denies or underpays claims. This is done to capture more healthcare dollars for themselves and drives up health care costs. Tell UnitedHealthcare to put patients before profits. Learn more at healthcomesfirst.org.

💔 A Life Lost, A Moment to Reflect 💔 The tragic death of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, has sparked intense discussions online. While systemic healthcare frustrations are valid, let’s remember: 💡 Critique the System, Not the Person Brian was a leader, a father, and a human being. His family and colleagues deserve compassion. 🌟 Channel Frustration Positively Let’s transform our energy into driving healthcare reforms and building a better future. ❤️ Respect and empathy go a long way. Let’s honor his memory by fostering meaningful conversations. 💬 Share your thoughts below. #EmpathyFirst #HealthcareReform #RespectMatters #LeadershipAndLoss #Healthcare

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬' 𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐒 The U.S. spends more on healthcare than any other country in the world—nearly 18% of its GDP—but the results don't match the investment. Americans face shorter life expectancies and higher rates of preventable deaths compared to other developed nations. The problem isn’t just about money; it’s about how the system works. High costs, limited access, and a focus on profits instead of patient care have created a system that often leaves people struggling. #Healthcare #Reform #Sustainability