45 episodes

Health benefits, one of the top 3 organizational expenses, become increasingly more costly each year with no end in sight. Health insurance disruptor Lester J. Morales interviews cutting-edge industry leaders implementing innovative strategies to lower healthcare costs by more than 20% while improving care quality for employees and their families. Need to see it to believe it? Subscribe to Impact Healthcare now!

Impact Healthcare Podcast Lester J. Morales

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 20 Ratings

Health benefits, one of the top 3 organizational expenses, become increasingly more costly each year with no end in sight. Health insurance disruptor Lester J. Morales interviews cutting-edge industry leaders implementing innovative strategies to lower healthcare costs by more than 20% while improving care quality for employees and their families. Need to see it to believe it? Subscribe to Impact Healthcare now!

    Cracking the Code: Understanding Fiduciary Duty in Healthcare with Patrick Moore

    Cracking the Code: Understanding Fiduciary Duty in Healthcare with Patrick Moore

    Welcome to the Impact Healthcare Podcast, where we navigate the intricate landscapes of the healthcare industry. In today’s episode, join us as we embark on a journey with special guest Patrick Moore to unravel the complexities of fiduciary responsibility.  



    With Patrick’s expertise in corporate accountability and fiduciary obligations, we’ll dissect the tangled web of big insurance companies and pharmacy benefit managers. Together, we’ll shine a light on the crucial role of fiduciary duty in safeguarding our financial well-being and healthcare choices.  

      

    Throughout our conversation, we’ll challenge the status quo and confront tough questions often overlooked. Delving deep into the intricacies of the Corporate Accountability Act, we’ll explore its implications for consumers and corporations alike, using real-world examples such as the controversies surrounding Johnson & Johnson.  

      

    But our exploration doesn’t end there. Are you unknowingly breaching your fiduciary responsibilities? Let’s find out. And how much do you truly understand about your pharmacy benefit manager? Patrick Moore’s insights will reveal the hidden costs lurking beneath the surface of your health insurance premiums, empowering you to take control of your financial future.  

      

    Yet, we can’t do it alone. We need your help to spread the word, share these insights with your colleagues and friends, and hold your advisors accountable.  

    The time for complacency is over—it’s time to take action. Tune in to Impact Healthcare Podcast and join us on this journey to better quality healthcare at a lower cost! 

    • 40 min
    RosenHealth: Revolutionizing Healthcare for Tomorrow (The RosenHealth Launch)

    RosenHealth: Revolutionizing Healthcare for Tomorrow (The RosenHealth Launch)

    Welcome to RosenHealth™, where innovation meets transformation in the healthcare industry.  

     

    In this episode, we delve into the pioneering strategies of Rosen Hotels & Resorts, led by visionary Harris Rosen, as they revolutionize healthcare solutions.



    Discover how RosenHealth™ is reshaping the landscape with groundbreaking approaches that prioritize associates' well-being while reducing costs. With no deductibles or co-insurance and comprehensive prescription coverage, associates experience unprecedented benefits that ensure their health and financial security.  



    Join in as insightful discussions with healthcare executives and HR decision-makers unveil the real-world impact of the Rosen model. Hear from leaders like Karen van Caulil, President and CEO of the Florida Alliance for Healthcare Value, and Dawn Koffarnus, Chief Health Systems, and Financial Officer for Second Harvest Food Bank Central Florida, as they share their journey of adopting the Rosen approach and witnessing remarkable results. From significant cost savings to heightened employee satisfaction, learn how organizations are reaping the rewards of a Rosen-like healthcare plan.  

     

    Whether you're a healthcare professional, business leader, or simply curious about the future of healthcare, RosenHealth™ is your guide to unlocking the potential of innovative healthcare solutions.  

     

    Subscribe now to RosenHealth™ and embark on a journey towards a healthier tomorrow. Don't miss out on the transformation – tune in and be inspired by the stories that redefine the future of healthcare, one organization at a time. 

    • 2 hr 6 min
    Breaking the Chains: Transforming Healthcare Narratives With Dave Chase

    Breaking the Chains: Transforming Healthcare Narratives With Dave Chase

    In this podcast episode, we delve into the transformative journey of Health Rosetta and its co-founder, Dave Chase. Join us as we explore the personal reasons behind the creation of Health Rosetta, driven by a profound mission to change the healthcare narrative.

    In this episode, Dave shares the powerful motivation behind co-founding Health Rosetta, fueled by a series of impactful personal
    experiences. We uncover the innovative approach of Health Rosetta in redirecting the currently wasted $1.5 trillion in healthcare towards social determinants of health, such as income and better food. We delve into Health Rosetta's groundbreaking transformation of health plans, turning them from contributors to debt, poverty, and bankruptcy into catalysts for well-being and
    wealth.

    • 49 min
    Navigating HR Frontiers: Unveiling the Power of Self-Funded Health Plans with Stephanie Koch

    Navigating HR Frontiers: Unveiling the Power of Self-Funded Health Plans with Stephanie Koch

    In this episode, we are excited to have Stephanie Koch, an experienced Director of Human Resources and Senior HR Business Partner, join us for an insightful conversation. Stephanie shares her journey over the past few years, where she played a pivotal role in understanding and transforming employee health benefit plans.



    Notably, at Hendry Marine and in her previous roles, Stephanie was instrumental in transitioning employee health plans to a self-funded model. This move generated over $5 million in savings to the company's bottom line.

     

    Stephanie is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience. In this episode, she discusses the benefits of self-funded health plans for both companies and employees. Her insights into navigating the intricacies of HR, from mentoring to negotiating, make this episode a must-listen for HR professionals and executives alike.

    • 48 min
    Innovative Problem Solvers to the Rescue Chris Labreque

    Innovative Problem Solvers to the Rescue Chris Labreque

    Impact Healthcare showcases innovative, solutions-oriented trailblazers working to make healthcare more affordable for American workers.

    Employers and benefits advisers need to know Lester J. Morales’ guest, Chris Labrecque, Chief Customer Officer at Paytient.

    Paytient serves as a cutting-edge company addressing a struggle so many functionally uninsured Americans face: the “pain to pay.”

    1 in 10 adults endures significant medical debt, which causes 67% of personal bankruptcies.

    As a result, 80% of Americans have skipped or delayed healthcare due to unaffordability in the last year.

    For five years running, Paytient has enjoyed a 90+ Net Promoter Score (customer satisfaction metric) by alleviating patients’ “pain to pay” through interest-free, no-fee credit cards that spread out-of-pocket healthcare expenses out over up to 36 months without a credit check.

    Don’t miss this hope-inspiring episode — subscribe now to stay on the cutting edge of healthcare affordability solutions and the problem-solvers making healthcare accessible to all Americans.



    Time Stamps:



    08:53 What too many brokers miss along the career journey

    14:06 Why high-deductible plans fail

    17:15 How the Paytient card works with an HSA

    18:17 How employees get and use their Paytient card

    19:23 How employers provide employees Paytient access

    22:15 How Paytient benefits hospitals and health systems

    24:15 Chris’ message for advisers

    25:55 How Paytient retains employees

    28:45 Chris’ message for employers

    30:40 Real-life impact of Paytient



    Stay connected with cutting-edge health benefits strategies by joining the Impact Healthcare text community at 813.537.6992.

    • 36 min
    A Powerhouse ERISA Attorney Busts 3 Myths Impeding Your Fiduciary Compliance with Julie Selesnick

    A Powerhouse ERISA Attorney Busts 3 Myths Impeding Your Fiduciary Compliance with Julie Selesnick

    Lester J. Morales interviews Attorney Julie S. Selesnick, Senior Counsel at Berger Montague.

    With a passion for justice amongst the imbalance of power between health insurers and American healthcare consumers, Julie serves as a member of the firm's Employee Benefits & ERISA practice group. 



    Don't miss this opportunity to learn:


    3 myths that hamper employers' success as fiduciaries of their health plans 


    The top 3 action items for employers to jumpstart their fiduciary compliance


    How to eradicate gag clauses 


    Julie's top recommendations for employers, advisers, and American healthcare consumers





    You'll want to share this priceless podcast with your colleagues — be sure to subscribe!



    Time Stamps:

    05:03 Myth 1

    07:24 Myth 2

    10:00 Myth 3

    13:37 No. 1 Employer Action Item to jumpstart your fiduciary compliance

    14:49 No. 2 Employer action item to jumpstart your fiduciary compliance

    15;18 No. 3 Employer action item to jumpstart your fiduciary compliance

    16:17 Julie explains the claims data access lawsuit filed against Anthem

    18:04 The skinny on gag clauses

    30:43 Julie’s #1 recommendation to employers

    36:59 Julie’s #1 recommendation to advisers

    41:14 Julie’s #1 recommendation to healthcare consumers



    Stay connected with cutting-edge health benefits strategies by joining the Impact Healthcare text community at 813.537.6992.

    • 51 min

Customer Reviews

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20 Ratings

20 Ratings

BLSaldana ,

Timely Topics on Healthcare

Great topics discussed around healthcare. Really enjoyed listening to “Understanding Mission-Driven Benefits” with Ben Conner. I’m hooked!

AndyNeary ,

Unmatched Passion

Lester has an unmatched for passion what he does driven by past failures his family has had with the U.S. healthcare systems.If you wanna learn how to fix one of the biggest problems in America, this guy is your man.

Mariburon ,

Vulnerable and strong

Exactly what we need right now. Thanks for sharing your story. Learned so much through your first guest

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