Healthcare Americana

Christopher Habig
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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.

  1. JAN 27

    The CEO Mindset: Navigating Cancer and Healthcare with Kathy Giusti

    In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Kathy Giusti, two-time cancer survivor and founder of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. Kathy explains why patients must adopt a "CEO mindset" to navigate the complexities of the American healthcare system. From the evolution of precision medicine to the life-saving power of self-advocacy, she shares how she transformed her personal battle into a global mission for better medical research. Tune in to learn how to take control of your health journey, build a support community, and leverage the latest advancements in immunotherapy to improve patient outcomes. More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc Health Subscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/ More on Kathy Giusti, Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, Fatal to Fearless Follow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

    38 min

  2. 12/16/2025

    Why Marketing Is Make-or-Break for Direct Primary Care

    In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Sierra Lavallee, head of marketing at Freedom Healthworks, to explain why smart, strategic marketing is one of the most important factors in building a successful direct primary care practice. They discuss how marketing helps connect the right patients with the right doctors, why visibility and education matter more than ever in today’s consumer-driven healthcare environment, and how physicians can market themselves without sacrificing professionalism. From branding and websites to social media, community engagement, and patient follow-up, this conversation breaks down practical, real-world marketing strategies that help DPC clinics grow from an idea into a thriving, patient-centered business. More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc Health Subscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/ More on Sierra Lavallee Follow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

    33 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    The Prior Authorization Crisis and 340B Drug Program Explained

    In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig talks with neurosurgeon and healthcare policy leader Dr. Anthony DiGiorgio about the growing crisis around prior authorizations. They discuss how complicated approval processes delay urgent care, burden physicians, and put patients at risk. Dr. DiGiorgio explains why smarter, low-friction models such as gold-carding and stronger subspecialty board oversight could help rebuild trust between physicians and payers. The conversation also covers the 340B drug discount program, which Dr. DiGiorgio has testified about before Congress. He explains how a program originally designed to help low-income patients has become a major revenue source for large hospital systems and often increases costs for Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. Together, they offer a clear and accessible look at what is broken in these systems and what meaningful reform could achieve. More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc Health Subscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/ More on Dr. Anthony DiGiorgio Follow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

    36 min

  4. 11/18/2025

    How Health Sharing Works: A More Affordable Alternative to Traditional Insurance

    In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig talks with Tim Hirsch, COO of ShareWELL Partners, about health sharing as a practical and affordable alternative to traditional health insurance. Tim explains how health shares work, why they often cost much less than insurance premiums, and how combining a health share with a DPC or FreedomDoc membership can help protect families from major medical expenses. They also cover common misconceptions, pre-existing condition rules, and the steps members take if they need surgery or face an unexpected health event. More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc Health Subscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/ More on ShareWELL Follow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

    41 min

  5. 11/04/2025

    How Direct Primary Care Is Making Healthcare Human Again

    In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig talks with Tony Cerna, family nurse practitioner and founder of Progressive Healthcare DPC in Tampa, Florida. After 27 years in traditional medicine, Tony left the insurance-driven system to create a clinic focused on time, trust, and personalized care. He shares how direct primary care empowers patients through longer visits, honest conversations, and education that leads to lasting health improvements. Discover how Tony is making healthcare more affordable, holistic, and human again. More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc Health Subscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/ More on Tony Cerna & Progressive Healthcare DPC Follow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

    20 min

  6. 10/21/2025

    Surgery Without Walls: How Veritas is Rethinking Care

    In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig talks with David Foucachon and Dr. Matthew Abraham from Veritas Surgery in Idaho about how they deliver world-class surgical care without the limits of a traditional hospital. They explain how Veritas brings together independent surgeons, partners with existing surgical centers, and offers transparent, direct-pay pricing that helps patients, doctors, and facilities. The conversation also covers the real challenges of negotiating facility fees, finding new surgeons, and expanding this model across the Northwest. This episode shows how breaking free from hospital monopolies can make surgery more efficient, affordable, and focused on patients. More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc Health Subscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/ More on David Foucachon, Dr. Matthew Abraham & Veritas Surgery Follow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

    34 min

  7. 10/07/2025

    More Time, Less Stress: The Freedom of Direct Primary Care

    In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig welcomes back Amanda Compton, Manager of Client Services at Freedom Healthworks, for another behind-the-scenes look at how DPC physicians reclaim their most valuable resource...time. Christopher and Amanda dive into the daily realities of Direct Primary Care and how this model allows physicians to take back control of their schedules, reduce administrative stress, and reconnect with their patients. They also share stories of doctors who have found more balance, freedom, and fulfillment after moving away from the traditional insurance system. Their conversation highlights how Direct Primary Care isn’t just changing how doctors practice, but how patients experience healthcare. More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc Health Subscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/ Follow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

    26 min

  8. 09/23/2025

    Beyond the Annual Lab: Root Cause Testing in Direct Care

    In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig speaks with Dr. Lahnor Powell of Genova Diagnostics about how advanced functional testing is transforming care in direct primary care and membership medicine. They discuss how Genova goes beyond traditional lab work to uncover the root causes of issues in areas like hormones, gut health, metabolism, and nutrition, while also providing physicians with practical tools, clear reporting, and clinician support. The conversation explores how this approach saves time, reduces trial and error, improves consistency for patients in membership models, and positions Genova at the forefront of innovation in personalized medicine. More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc Health Subscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/ More on Dr. Lahnor Powell & Genova Diagnostics Follow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

    23 min
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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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  • Creator
    Christopher Habig
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    278
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Healthcare Americana
  • Show Website
    Healthcare Americana