Becker's Healthcare Podcast Episodes

In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, joins Scott Becker to discuss the ongoing Medicare Advantage billing investigation into UnitedHealth, the financial struggles of smaller Blue Cross Blue Shield plans, and how these challenges are reshaping…

This episode features Jeff Zakem, CIF Program Director at Endeavor Health. Here, he discusses the importance of strengthening community organizations and resources to improve overall health outcomes. Zakem also highlights the role of capacity building and strategic funding in creating…

In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Friese, Founder and CEO of Humata Health, joins the podcast to discuss how his company is tackling the complex challenges of prior authorization through AI-driven solutions. He shares insights on the evolving healthcare landscape, the…

In this episode, Alpa Vyas, Senior Vice President and Chief Patient Experience and Operational Performance Officer at Stanford Health Care, shares insights on leveraging AI to enhance patient care, improving operational efficiency, and addressing workforce challenges. She also discusses key…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features David Dunkle, President & CEO of Johnson Memorial Health. He discusses key priorities for 2025, including the ongoing struggle to get reimbursed for care, the…

In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Laura Dyrda joins Scott Becker to discuss key healthcare trends, including the latest executive order on price transparency, potential Medicaid cuts, and rising patient volumes in hospitals across the U.S.

In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Alan Condon joins Scott Becker to discuss the latest hospital financial trends, Prime Healthcare’s acquisition of eight Ascension hospitals, and UnitedHealthcare’s plan to reduce prior authorization requirements.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Dr. Joseph Cacchione, CEO of Jefferson Health and Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Cacchione discusses the system’s growth, the challenges facing healthcare—including reimbursement cuts and financial headwinds—and the importance of integrating care delivery with…

In this episode, Matt Chance, FACHE, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Scottish Rite for Children, shares insights into the hospital’s century-long legacy of pediatric orthopedic care, its national recognition, and future-focused strategies, including AI integration and expansion…

Dr. Peter Semczuk, Regional Senior Vice President for Montefiore in New York City, discusses the importance of making healthcare more convenient for consumers, including expanding access to mental health facilities. He also highlights the need for greater investment in youth…