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Healthcare Americana

Christopher Habig

People are lost navigating healthcare. Doctors are forced to treat their patients like an assembly line. An emphasis on production works in a factory making widgets, but not with people. Direct Primary Care changes all of this.

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21:02

Expert Advice for Navigating Medicare's Complexities...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/07/13

On this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, hosts Al Kushner, author of "Virtual Medicare-10 Costly Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make." They uncover Medicare intricacies, dispel misconceptions, and shed light on expenses. Al, an esteemed Medicare expert, shares his thoughts on Medicare’s future and explains the differences between Part A, B, C, and D, and emphasizes the importance of being proactive with Medicare eligibility. He also discusses the

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39:55

The Impact of Direct Primary Care on Specialists and...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/07/06

On this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, is joined by Dr. Allison Edwards, Medical Director at Sesame. Together, they explore the impact of medical schools prioritizing specialties over everyday care. They also explain how Direct Primary Care (DPC) leads to fewer patient referrals to specialists. The conversation extends to the limitations of hospitals and the confusion surrounding their decision to pull back from virtual care. Several concerning

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27:54

Supplements: Can They Truly Make You Healthier?

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/06/29

On this episode of Healthcare Americana, join Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, and his guest Eziah Syed, Co-founder and CEO at Mend, as they discuss the transformative power of supplements and clinical nutrition, and explore the science behind these essential components of health. They also shed light on the impact of nutrition in hospitals and the urgent need to address chronic conditions, malnutrition, and undernourishment plaguing society. Eziah shares valuable insights on making

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30:40

Removing Roadblocks: Addressing the US Physician...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/06/22

On this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Kyle Swinsky, Founder and CEO at AMOpportunities, to discuss the US physician shortage and what’s causing it. They address licensing roadblocks faced by international doctors, and the impact of student debt on medical career choices. Additionally, they touch upon recent legislation in Tennessee granting provisional licenses to foreign physicians and the importance of access to education for

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36:09

Ownership, Access, and Advocacy: The Quest for...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/06/15

On this episode of Healthcare Americana, join Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, and Troy Bannister, Founder and CSO at Particle Health, as they dive into the complexities of healthcare data access. Discover the significance of simplifying data for doctors and the challenges patients face in accessing their medical records. Explore actionable ways patients can make a difference, including the importance of complaining for their rights. Gain insights into the thriving provider-to-provider

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20:55

Healthcare's Hidden Battles: Confronting Mystery...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/06/08

On this enlightening episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Jenni Nolan, a Board-Certified Patient Advocate and owner of Clear Healthcare Advocacy. Together, they challenge the misconception that health insurance guarantees coverage and shed light on the alarming impact of mystery bills as the leading cause of bankruptcies. Concerns about fraud and the prevalence of incorrect medical billing are also

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28:56

From Red Tape to Patient Focus: The DPC Transformation

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/06/01

Join Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, on this episode of Healthcare Americana, with guest Sarah Harker, Freedom Healthworks’ Business Development Manager. Together, they discuss the challenges within the traditional healthcare system, explore the motivations driving physicians and nurses to break free from its limitations, and highlight the transformative potential of Direct Primary Care in delivering patient-focused care. Additionally, they address the confusion surrounding the term

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28:22

Navigating Mental Health Challenges with Dr. Ken...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/05/25

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, interviews Dr. Ken Duckworth, Chief Medical Officer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). They discuss the alarming rise in mental health conditions, with approximately 1 in 5 people affected, a number that has increased since the pandemic, prominently driven by anxiety and depression. Dr. Duckworth sheds light on the role social media and smartphones have played in mental health. He then goes

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25:30

Exploring Cash Pay Physical Therapy's Edge Over...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/05/18

On this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, interviews Dr. Lisa Marino, the founder of Victress Health and Wellness. Dr. Marino shares insights into her multidisciplinary practice and unique cash pay physical therapy, which allows her to provide a higher level of care and attention to her patients. They also discuss the limitations of physical therapy outcomes within insurance-based systems. Dr. Marino emphasizes the importance of personalized care

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27:50

Better Outcomes Guide to Humanizing Health Care with...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/05/11

On this episode of the Healthcare Americana podcast, Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Health Works, and Rafi Salazar, the principal at Rehab U Practice Solutions discuss the importance of creating an exceptional patient experience in healthcare. The conversation explores the issues patients face when seeking healthcare, including the lack of transparency in the industry and the knowledge discrepancy between patients and healthcare providers. Patients often walk into clinics feeling

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35:24

Dr. Keith Smith On Creating A High-Quality Healthcare...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/05/04

On this episode of Health Americana, host Christopher Habig, the CEO and co-founder of Freedom Health Works interviews Dr. Keith Smith, managing partner anesthesiologist at the Surgery Center of Oklahoma. Dr. Smith shares his passionate story about leaving the hospital system behind to start a private practice. His motivation to explore this passion was driven by the realization that hospitals were not operating in a mutually beneficial way and were financially harming both physicians and patients

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31:14

Creating Affordability for Scheduled Outpatient Care...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/04/27

Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Health Works, interviews Lou Morin, CEO of SAVVOS Health, on the podcast Healthcare Americana. They discuss the concept of a healthcare marketplace, a place where people can buy services directly from medical providers. Lou explains how this can be a feasible option in healthcare, even when there are many unknowns about health care and the body. He explains that the marketplace can provide access to resources that can help guide people to the right

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24:08

Rediscover Freedom In Healthcare: Kempton Group and...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/04/20

Christopher Habig, the CEO and co-founder of Freedom Health Works, hosts Healthcare Americana. On this episode, Jay Kempton, the President and CEO of the Kempton Group and one of the founders of the Free Market Medical Association, is a guest. Together, they discuss the upcoming 2023 Free Market Medical Association Annual Conference, which is an event that brings together people in the healthcare industry who are fed up with the status quo and have a desire to change it. They also talk about the

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30:48

Daniel Wrenne's Expert Financial Advice For Physicians

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/04/13

Daniel Wrenne of Wrenne Financial discusses how physicians often end up living paycheck to paycheck or unable to get small loans to start a new practice. He attributes this to two main causes; first, there is a lack of financial literacy in the educational system, meaning physicians must go out of their way to learn the basics of personal finance. Second, there is a disconnect between values and the culture that tells us more is always better. This leads to a pursuit of money and possessions,

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29:14

Goodbill’s Patrick Haig on Tackling Hospital Bill...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/04/06

Patrick Haig is the co-founder and CEO of Goodbill, whose mission is to shake up the healthcare industry and make hospital bills transparent and affordable to the patient. Patrick and Chris discuss the confusion, opaqueness, and mystery surrounding hospital bills in America. Patrick shares his motivation behind starting the company and shares his experience of helping people overcome confusion surrounding hospital bills. He believes that people who read about outrageous hospital bills typically only

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29:25

Marian University’s Clif Knight on Medical Education

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/03/30

Clif Knight, Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs and Associate Professor of Family Medicine at Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine joins Chris Habig to discuss Marian University's unique offerings and location, which sets it apart from other medical schools. He explained that Marian University is focused on giving students broad exposure to different situations, people, lifestyles, and ways of doing things.The focus of the school is on primary care and osteopathic medicine, emphasizing

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26:40

Arrive Health's Kyle Kiser on Clearing a Way For...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/03/23

Kyle Kiser is the CEO of Arrive Health, a virtual pharmacy assistant. This tool is used as a care team tool to automate outreach to patients, drive adherence, and improve quality and readmissions. Kyle's goal is to make connections beyond just pharmacy, particularly in the realm of specialty medications, and to make it easier for patients and providers to access the tool. The core mission remains the same, but the new capabilities allow for more frequent interactions to occur between providers and

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32:14

Cicero’s Jonathan Wolfson on Trust in American...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/03/16

In this episode, Chris speaks with Jonathan Wolfson, the Chief Legal Officer, and Policy Director for the Cicero Institute, a think tank that focuses on state-level policy. Wolfson speaks on taking price transparency to the next level and discusses how so many people look to the government to fix the numerous and relatively unknown problems of American healthcare. Habig continues that only when the government gets out of the way can the free market of healthcare flourish.Follow Healthcare

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23:01

Putting Medical Professionals in Charge of Their Care...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/03/09

Chris welcomes Dr. Candace Walker to his podcast, Healthcare Americana. Dr. Walker is a practicing direct primary care physician and owner of Flowing Life Direct Health in Atlanta, Georgia. She has been utilizing a business model to provide healthcare to her community. Christopher asked how the practice was going, to which Dr. Walker replied that it was going great. She is living her dream and is happy to wake up every day to her passion. Christopher concluded the conversation by emphasizing the

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27:07

Foundation Direct Primary Care’s Dr. Edward William...

Healthcare Americana ·

2023/03/02

Dr. Eddie Williams is the founder of Foundation Direct Primary Care in the Gulf Shores of Alabama. Dr. Williams is a healthcare practitioner who has found success in building a loyal patient base through genuine interest in his patients while starting a men’s-focused dpc clinic.Chris and Eddie discuss how to grow a practice, discussing that the best way to increase patient numbers is to focus on providing good service to each individual patient. He also noted that the bar for providing good service

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