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- In this episode, Steven Blair, MD, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sutter North Medical Group, discusses the group’s growth, expanding access to care in rural communities, and the role of value-based care in sustaining services amid rising costs and reimbursement pressures. He also shares how Sutter North is using its broader system network, technology and innovative care models to meet growing patient demand.
- In this episode, Jessica Lopez-Liggett, Commercial State Plan President for Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana, discusses rising healthcare costs, simplifying the member and provider experience through technology, and expanding high-quality, lower-cost care through provider partnerships. She also shares why addressing social determinants of health and bringing employers, providers and community organizations together is critical to improving healthcare.
- In this episode, Crissy Turino, Chief Operating Officer for CountyCare, discusses Medicaid changes, healthcare access and equity, and the importance of balancing mission, operations and public policy. She also shares leadership lessons on adaptability, building strong teams and bringing clarity during times of uncertainty.
Jakob Emerson on Payer Trends, AI ROI and UnitedHealth's Expanding Financial Business
08/14/2026 | 11 mins.In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director, Becker’s Healthcare, discusses UnitedHealth's $3 billion acquisition of Allegis, the evolving Medicare Advantage and Medicaid landscape, and how insurers are approaching AI investments. He also explores the growing focus on measurable AI returns, proprietary data and the challenges of using AI in healthcare.- In this episode, Stuart L. Lustig, MD, MPH, National Medical Executive for Behavioral Health Strategy and Product Design, Cigna Healthcare, discusses the business impact of burnout, the importance of measuring workforce vitality, and how employers can build mental health strategies that improve retention, productivity and patient care.
Featured research from The Cigna Group: https://newsroom.cigna.com/health-care-providers-show-strong-vitality-amid-workplace-pressures
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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.
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