The role of health insurance deductibles, coverage gaps, and surprise billing is discussed in relation to medical debt.
The Aetna health insurance business, which is part of CVS Health's payer business, is discussed as another key segment of the company.
The podcast episodes discuss various aspects of health insurance, including its integration with other healthcare segments, the challenges surrounding medical debt and rising costs, and the potential for innovative solutions to improve access and affordability.
For example, episode 65292 covers the integration of CVS Health's payer business, Aetna, and the leadership of CEO Karen Lynch in navigating the challenges faced by the retail pharmacy and insurance sectors. Similarly, episode 24528 explores the effectiveness of medical debt relief programs and the need for more systemic solutions, such as expanding health insurance coverage.
Other episodes, like 10835 and 3725, discuss innovative approaches to healthcare delivery and the ongoing debate around the integration of dental and medical insurance.