Making Sense of California’s Healthcare News
02/11/22 • 35 min
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A bid for universal healthcare falters in California. Meanwhile, the state is posed to take up misleading “Right to Repair” legislation that would allow technicians who are not held to FDA safety standards to operate on medical equipment. What are the ripple effects for patients across the country? Health policy expert Sally Pipes of the Pacific Research Institute explains what patients should know.
And hear about what’s happening at the federal level, including potential bipartisan solutions for drug pricing legislation and Medicare coverage for COVID-19 tests.
Plus, guests Eric Koleda and James Barley discuss how hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has helped veterans overcome PTSD and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). However, accessing and affording this care remains a challenge. And the “Real Forrest Gump,” Vietnam Veteran Sammy Lee Davis and his wife Dixie share their personal stories about how HBOT has impacted their lives.
Hosts:
Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients Rising
Dr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob,” Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest
Kate Pecora, Field Correspondent
Guests:
Sally Pipes, President and CEO, Pacific Research Institute
Eric Koleda, Veteran and Director of HBOT4KYVETS
James Barley, Brigadier General, Desert Storm and Vietnam Veteran
Sammy Lee Davis, “The Real Forrest Gump,” Medal of Honor Recipient
Links:
Biden-Harris Administration Will Cover Free Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Tests Through
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Get the Facts | FDA
Letter Supported: Opposition to any “Right to Repair” Legislation - Patients Rising Now
Survey: Most Californians believe worst of COVID is over | The Sacramento Bee
California's single-payer bill dies - POLITICO
Is Your Medical Equipment Safe? | Patients Rising Podcast
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The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
A bid for universal healthcare falters in California. Meanwhile, the state is posed to take up misleading “Right to Repair” legislation that would allow technicians who are not held to FDA safety standards to operate on medical equipment. What are the ripple effects for patients across the country? Health policy expert Sally Pipes of the Pacific Research Institute explains what patients should know.
And hear about what’s happening at the federal level, including potential bipartisan solutions for drug pricing legislation and Medicare coverage for COVID-19 tests.
Plus, guests Eric Koleda and James Barley discuss how hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has helped veterans overcome PTSD and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). However, accessing and affording this care remains a challenge. And the “Real Forrest Gump,” Vietnam Veteran Sammy Lee Davis and his wife Dixie share their personal stories about how HBOT has impacted their lives.
Hosts:
Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients Rising
Dr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob,” Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest
Kate Pecora, Field Correspondent
Guests:
Sally Pipes, President and CEO, Pacific Research Institute
Eric Koleda, Veteran and Director of HBOT4KYVETS
James Barley, Brigadier General, Desert Storm and Vietnam Veteran
Sammy Lee Davis, “The Real Forrest Gump,” Medal of Honor Recipient
Links:
Biden-Harris Administration Will Cover Free Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Tests Through
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Get the Facts | FDA
Letter Supported: Opposition to any “Right to Repair” Legislation - Patients Rising Now
Survey: Most Californians believe worst of COVID is over | The Sacramento Bee
California's single-payer bill dies - POLITICO
Is Your Medical Equipment Safe? | Patients Rising Podcast
Need help?
The successful patient is one who can get what they need when they need it. We all know insurance slows us down, so why not take matters into your own hands? Our Navigator is an online tool that allows you to search a massive network of health-related resources using your zip code so you get local results. Get proactive and become a more successful patient right now at PatientsRisingConcierge.org
Have a question or comment about the show, or want to suggest a show topic or share your story as a patient correspondent?
Drop us a line: [email protected]
The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
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Hosts:
Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients Rising
Dr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob,” Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest
Kate Pecora, Field Correspondent
Guests:
Charla Penn, Health Care Policy Specialist, Principal at Winning Strategies Washington.
Beth Waldron, Patient Advocate
Beth Steckler, Patient Correspondent
Links:
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The successful patient is one who can get what they need when they need it. We all know insurance slows us down, so why not take matters into your own hands? Our Navigator is an online tool that allows you to search a massive network of health-related resources using your zip code so you get local results. Get proactive and become a more successful patient right now at PatientsRisingConcierge.org
Have a question or comment about the show, or want to suggest a show topic or share your story as a patient correspondent?
Drop us a line: [email protected]
The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
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Plus, hear from Terry and Dr. Bob as they break down this week's topics in healthcare policy to understand how chronic disease patients can have more accessible, affordable, and transparent care in the future.
Field correspondent Kate Pecora also speaks with Erin Galyean, the Author of BadAss Advocate, on how to become a fierce champion for the person you care for.
Hosts:
Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients Rising
Dr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob,” Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest
Kate Pecora, Field Correspondent
Guests:
David Balat, Executive Director, Free2Care
Erin Galyean, Author of Badass Advocate
Tomi Womack, Patient Correspondent
Links:
Lowering Healthcare Costs through Safe Harbor Repeal | David Balat
Health Care Initiative | Texas Public Policy Foundation
FTC may probe pharmacy benefit managers
Need help?
The successful patient is one who can get what they need when they need it. We all know insurance slows us down, so why not take matters into your own hands? Our Navigator is an online tool that allows you to search a massive network of health-related resources using your zip code so you get local results. Get proactive and become a more successful patient right now at PatientsRisingConcierge.org
Have a question or comment about the show, or want to suggest a show topic or share your story as a patient correspondent?
Drop us a line: [email protected]
The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
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