The ShiftShapers Podcast
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Episodes
502 episodes
#504 Carrots are Better Than Sticks - with Ross Bjella | ShiftShapers
In this episode of Shift Shapers, David interviews Ross Bjella, founder and CEO of Alithias, Inc., to discuss the challenges of changing health care behavior and the inaccuracies in measuring those changes. They explore the complexities of help...
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#502 - DPC is Becoming Direct Patient Care with Dr. Bernard Bubanic
In this episode of Shift Shapers, we explore strategies to enhance the growth and adoption of Direct Primary Care (DPC) with Dr. Bernard Bubanic, CEO and President at Integrated Source One. Dr. Bubanic shares his journey and insights into creat...
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Episode 502
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22:06
#501 An ACA Author Looks Forward
Join us on this episode of ShiftShapers as host David Saltzman sits down with former New Jersey Congressman Rob Andrews, one of the key authors of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Fifteen years after the ACA's passage and ten years since its impl...
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Episode 501
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20:34
Ep # 500 Navigating Gag Clause Attestation with Jennifer Berman, JD | ShiftShapers
Are you struggling to navigate the complex world of gag clause attestation requirements? In this must-watch episode of Shift Shapers, Jennifer Berman, JD, CEO of MZQ Consulting, provides a comprehensive breakdown of everything plan sponsors and...
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REPLAY 339: Paying the Claim After Paying the Claim with Jordan Hersh
Unlocking Post Claim Adjudication: Insights with Jordan HershIn this episode of ShiftShapers, host David explores the complex world of post claim adjudication with Jordan Hersh, Vice President of Enterprise Solutions at Vālenz. Th...
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REPLAY: Ep #291 Tech-Driven Strategies for Equitable Healthcare Access with Kornelius Bankston | ShiftShapers
What if technology could bridge the gap in healthcare access for underserved communities? Join us on this episode of ShiftShapers as we explore the intersection of healthcare technology and underserved communities with Kornelius Bankston, Manag...
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#Ep 499 Understanding Medicare Creditable Coverage: Compliance Insights with Marissa Rufo
In this episode of the ShiftShapers Podcast, host David Saltzman chats with Marissa Rufo, JD, MBA, a subject matter expert from MZQ Consulting, to demystify the complexities surrounding Medicare Creditable Coverage. They discuss why it's signif...
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Episode 499
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23:12
#498 Healthcare Advocacy and Innovation: NABIP President Alycia Riedl’s Leadership Vision
In this episode of Shift Shapers, host David Saltzman sits down with Alycia Riedl, the new National President of NABIP, to discuss the future of the healthcare advisory industry. Alycia shares her personal journey from reluctance to passi...
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Episode 498
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24:02
#497 Replay: Can a Throwback TPA be a Better Option? — With Bob McCollins
The focus of this week's episode is on how modern healthcare system innovations utilize throwback TPA. Bob McCollins, vice president of sales at Edison Health Solutions, explains what’s happening in the TPA industry today and how a throwback TP...
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Episode 497
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23:08
#496 Replay: Overmedicating in the New CAA Environment — with Mark A. Smith
This week's episode delves into the world of pharmacogenomics (PGx) and how it is changing the way we approach medication management. We sit down with a leading expert in the field to discuss the current state of PGx adoption, the challenge...
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Episode 496
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19:12
#496 Chevron Deferment Overturned: The Impact on Advisors and Compliance with Jennifer Berman
In this episode of ShiftShapers, host David Saltzman discusses the recent Supreme Court decision to overturn the 40-year Chevron Deferment precedent and its implications for advisors and their clients. Joined by Jennifer Berman, ERISA attorney ...
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Episode 495
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Ep #494 Connecting Employees to Crucial Resources: Insights from Ashley Reid of Wellist
In this episode of the ShiftShapers Podcast, host David Saltzman chats with Ashley Reid, founder and CEO of Wellist, to explore how companies can better connect employees to vital health and well-being resources. Reid discusses her transition f...
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Episode 494
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27:41
Ep #493 Behavioral Economics in Healthcare - Matt Loper | ShiftShapers
In this episode of the ShiftShapers Podcast, host David Saltzman engages in a deep conversation with Matt Loper, CEO and co-founder of Wellth. They explore how healthcare plans can leverage behavioral economics to achieve better outcomes. Loper...
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Episode 493
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23:44
Ep#492 Transforming Workplace Mental Health: Stephen Sokoler
In this episode of the ShiftShapers podcast, host David Saltzman welcomes Stephen Sokoler, founder and CEO of Journey, to discuss the importance of mental health care in the workplace. Stephen shares his personal journey, from entrepreneurial b...
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Episode 492
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24:34
Ep #491 Exploring Innovations in Stop Loss Self Funding - Daniel Cobb | ShiftShapers
In this episode of the ShiftShapers podcast, we're joined by Daniel Cobb, Vice President of Sales and Strategy at Strategic Benefit Resources, to discuss the evolving landscape of Stop Loss Self Funding and the tech and data solutions supportin...
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Episode 491
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28:55
Ep #490 Navigating Modern Marketing Challenges with Steven Amiel | ShiftShapers
In this episode of the ShiftShapers podcast, host David Saltzman welcomes Steven Amiel, CMO at NextGen Benefits, to explore why marketing has become more challenging, costly and less effective in terms of ROI than ever before. They delve into t...
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Episode 409
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Ep #489 Navigating Legislative and Regulatory Challenges with David Mordo (Part 2) | ShiftShapers
This episode of the ShiftShapers Podcast features a discussion with David Mordo, Senior Compliance Officer at MZQ Consulting, focusing on essential legislative and regulatory knowledge advisors need to possess, especially pertaining to offering...
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Episode 489
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22:50
Ep #488 RxDC Reporting - June 3 Deadline Looms with David Mordo Part 1 | ShiftShapers
In this episode of ShiftShapers, host David Saltzman invites David Mordo, Senior Compliance Officer at MZQ Consulting, to discuss the intricacies of prescription drug reporting (RxDC) as mandated by the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. ...
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Ep #487: Fiduciary Responsibility in Healthcare | Donovan Ryckis | ShiftShapers
Welcome to this episode of the ShiftShapers podcast, where we explore the journey of Donovan Ryckis, CEO of Ethos Benefits. Here, we discuss fiduciary responsibility in healthcare as Ryckis tell us the story of his personal evolution. From mana...
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Episode 487
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25:54
Ep #486 Exploring Lifestyle Spending Accounts with Jon Shooshani of JOON | ShiftShapers
In this episode of the ShiftShapers podcast, Jon Shooshani, co-founder of JOON, discusses the concept of lifestyle spending accounts (LSAs) and their impact on health and well-being. Shooshani shares his journey from being deeply interested in ...
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Episode 486
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27:25
Ep#485 Health Plans for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses - John Clay | ShiftShapers
This episode of the ShiftShapers Podcast features host David Saltzman interviewing John Clay, president of Better Source Benefits, about unique health plan solutions for small and mid-sized groups. John shares his background in the insurance in...
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Episode 485
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24:55
Ep #484 Medication Intelligence via AI with Yoona Kim of Arine
This episode of the ShiftShapers podcast features an interview with Yoona Kim, the CEO and co-founder of Arine, a company focusing on medication intelligence via AI to improve clinical and financial outcomes in healthcare. In this episode, Kim ...
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Episode 484
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21:44
Ep# 483 Why You Need A Fiduciary PBM with Renzo Luzzatti | ShiftShapers
In this episode of the ShiftShapers podcast, we explore the complex world of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and their impact on healthcare costs, sparked by the Johnson & Johnson lawsuit. Our guest, USRxCare President Renzo Luzzatti, with...
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Episode 483
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34:10
Ep #482 First Dollar Coverage with MERPs with David Sloves | ShiftShapers
In this episode of the ShiftShapers podcast, David Sloves, CEO of Nonstop Health, discusses the evolution and impact of Medical Expense Reimbursement Plans (MERPs) in the healthcare industry. He explains how MERPs differ from traditional health...
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Episode 482
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35:49
Ep #481 The Gut-Brain Connection: Exploring Digestive Health with Bill Snyder | ShiftShapers
Bill Snyder, CEO of Vivante Health, discusses the importance of digestive health and its impact on healthcare spend. Digestive health issues like irritable bowel syndrome and GERD affect a significant portion of the population, leading to high ...
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Episode 481
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25:26