Healthcare Nation

  • Healthcare Nation Podcast features Dr. Bruce Quinn, a national expert on Medicare, business innovation, and federal health policy.
  • Dr. Quinn has been tracking genomics policy since 2006 and authored numerous white papers on CMS payment and coverage for genomics.
  • Dr. Quinn's background includes an MD, Ph.D. from Stanford, postdoc in neuroscience at MIT, UCLA Path and Neuropathology, and an MBA from Kellogg.
  • The podcast discusses the impact of technology on healthcare, including telemedicine, remote care, genomics, and precision medicine.
  • Challenges faced by startups in the healthcare sector include difficulties navigating the Medicare system and aligning with payment structures.
  • Dr. Quinn shares a case study about HeartFlow, a company that struggled for years to enroll in the Medicare program and faced pricing issues.
  • CMS has been struggling to adapt to new digital innovations outside of telemedicine, often colliding with AMA coding systems or payment policies.
  • The healthcare industry's approach to bundling payments can be problematic for companies trying to introduce cutting-edge innovations.
  • Startups must recognize the importance of understanding CMS and insurance provider requirements to avoid roadblocks during commercialization.
  • The podcast emphasizes the need for alignment between healthcare innovations and existing payment structures to ensure successful implementation.

Creators & Guests

Host
Rick Gannotta
Health sector executive clinician educator & researcher, RTs/links 🚫 not endorsements, TEDX; https://t.co/51mnBxpPqv @NYUWagner
Producer
Joe Woolworth
Owner of Podcast Cary, the Studio Cary, and Relevant Media Solutions in Cary, NC Your friendly neighborhood creative.

What is Healthcare Nation?

Welcome to Healthcare Nation, the podcast for enthusiasts passionate about the healthcare sector and eager to explore its current state and future trajectory. Join us as we delve into the heart of the healthcare, biotech, and MedTech industries with the help of top thought leaders.

I'm your host, Rick Gannotta, with over four decades of experience in healthcare, spanning from the hospital bedside to the boardroom, C-Suite roles in renowned health systems, advising game-changing startups and established companies, and educating the next generation of healthcare leaders.

In each episode, we'll bring you conversations with distinguished guests, including innovators, scholars, practitioners, and influencers shaping the healthcare landscape. Gain valuable insights from their perspectives and stay updated on the latest developments, trends, and noteworthy news.

Join us on this exciting journey and become a part of the Healthcare Nation community. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to stay in the loop.