Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

The Becker's Healthcare Podcast is devoted to the people who power U.S. healthcare. Four new 15-minute episodes are released daily containing industry news, analysis and thought leadership from powerful healthcare decision-makers.

Advancing Value-Based Care at Humana with Alex Ding, MD

In this episode, Alex Ding, MD, Enterprise Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Humana, discusses the findings from Humana’s latest Value-Based Care Report, including lower hospital admissions and emergency department visits among Medicare Advantage members in value based arrangements. He shares how deeper primary care continuity, stronger payer provider alignment, and reduced administrative burden are key to scaling sustainable, outcomes driven care. Learn more here: https://humana.com/vbc

15 min

2026 February 16

Carl Bergetz on Legal Strategy, Policy, and Patient-Centered Growth at Rush

In this episode, Carl Bergetz, Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Rush University System for Health, shares how the legal and government affairs team helps navigate policy changes, compliance challenges, and regulatory uncertainty. He discusses preparing for emerging issues, leveraging technology responsibly, and bringing care closer to patients while maintaining human-centered healthcare.

25 min

2026 February 16

Transforming Health Information Exchange in Vermont with Randy Farmer

In this episode, Randy Farmer, President and Chief Executive Officer of Vermont Information Technology Leaders and the state’s health information exchange, discusses the evolution from data connectivity to health intelligence. He shares priorities around culture, customer experience, AI adoption, and how health data can drive better outcomes and lower costs across states and communities.

14 min

2026 February 16

Clinically Integrated Supply Chain Transformation at Akron Children’s with Joseph Carr

In this episode, Joseph Carr, Vice President of Supply Chain at Akron Children’s, discusses how his team is shifting supply chain decision-making back to a clinically integrated, strategic model. He shares lessons from driving standardization, freeing up clinician time for patient care, and balancing innovation, automation, and workforce well-being while supporting the mission of pediatric care.

17 min

2026 February 16

Virtual Care and Improving Emergency Department Flow at Ochsner Health with Dr. Lisa Fort

In this episode, Dr. Lisa Fort, Assistant Chief Medical Information Officer at Ochsner Health, discusses how her team is using virtual care to reduce emergency department overcrowding and streamline patient care. She shares insights on integrating technology, improving care transitions, and creating a patient-centric approach across the health system.

15 min

2026 February 16

Transforming Healthcare Affordability at Ascendiun with Paul Markovich

In this episode, Paul Markovich, President and CEO of Ascendiun, discusses his testimony before Congress, the push to eliminate PBM spread pricing and rebates, and why he believes the healthcare industry must confront its cost problem head on. He also shares how Ascendiun’s new structure, digital health record ambitions, and unbundled PBM model aim to build a system that is sustainably affordable and worthy of patients and families.

26 min

2026 February 16

Affordability and the Role of Regional Nonprofit Health Plans at Point32Health with Patrick Gilligan

In this episode, Patrick Gilligan, President and CEO of Point32Health, shares how the New England based nonprofit is confronting rising medical and pharmacy costs while staying focused on members and employers as its true shareholders. He discusses the affordability crisis, aligning incentives with providers, and why redesigning care around the patient experience is essential to lowering costs and improving outcomes.

16 min

2026 February 16

Navigating CMS Changes and Clinical Documentation in Rural Orthopedics with Dr. Sylvester Youlo

In this episode, Dr. Sylvester Youlo, Orthopedic Surgeon at Phelps Health, shares how shifting CMS rules and the move toward outpatient care are reshaping surgical practice in rural health systems. He discusses Phelps Health’s clinical documentation initiative and why strong documentation is critical for patient care, reimbursement, and the future of healthcare delivery.

8 min

2026 February 16

Supporting Care Teams Through Change and Technology with Ann M. Richardson

In this episode, Ann M. Richardson, MBA, Founder and Principal Consultant at LeadWell Healthcare Consultants, shares the key challenges and opportunities she sees across healthcare, from access constraints and clinician burden to responsible AI adoption. She discusses how thoughtful technology partnerships can better support care teams, improve patient engagement, and help leaders navigate complexity with credibility and compassion.

20 min

2026 February 16

Leading Nursing at Scale at Memorial Hermann Health System with Bryan Sisk

In this episode, Bryan Sisk, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Memorial Hermann Health System, discusses leading a workforce of more than 14,000 nurses across a large, diverse footprint. He shares insights on nurse retention, academic integration, culture building, and how health systems can create sustainable and empowering environments for the next generation of nurses.

18 min

2026 February 16