
Direct to Employer: From the other side AND they want help! - Interview with Greg Sandler, Health Strategist
05/14/24 • 48 min
Join the conversation with Greg Sandler, an expert in employer health benefits and economic development. This episode dives into the nuances of health benefits management, the importance of workers' compensation, and the critical role of economic development in fostering healthy communities.
Distinguishing between self-insured and fully-insured models, Greg explains the role of CFOs in managing health programs and offers strategies for navigating rising healthcare costs and their impact on employee well-being and productivity. He highlights the distinct nature of workers' compensation programs, emphasizing how companies, particularly self-insured ones, can manage these programs effectively and support their workforce through comprehensive strategies.
Greg also explores the interplay between healthcare access and economic development, urging listeners to engage with local economic development leaders to support community growth. Prioritizing quality healthcare, education, and housing is crucial for attracting and retaining businesses.
The discussion extends to sector-specific opportunities, addressing the unique health service needs of universities, school districts, and local governments. Greg talks about health insurance and athletic programs in universities, providing physical therapy and healthcare support in schools, and supporting government employees.
He underscores the importance of integrating traditional healthcare services with digital tools and technology, advising a consultative and thoughtful approach in meeting the evolving needs of employers with technological advancements.
Connect with Greg:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregmsandler/
GLNJ Group, LLC
Health System Consultant
P: 201.704.3768
[email protected]
If you'd like to learn more about Strata EMR & RCM and achieving a 99.99% reimbursement rate for your PT, OT, or SLP Clinic head over to stratapt.com and book a demo with their team!
Join the conversation with Greg Sandler, an expert in employer health benefits and economic development. This episode dives into the nuances of health benefits management, the importance of workers' compensation, and the critical role of economic development in fostering healthy communities.
Distinguishing between self-insured and fully-insured models, Greg explains the role of CFOs in managing health programs and offers strategies for navigating rising healthcare costs and their impact on employee well-being and productivity. He highlights the distinct nature of workers' compensation programs, emphasizing how companies, particularly self-insured ones, can manage these programs effectively and support their workforce through comprehensive strategies.
Greg also explores the interplay between healthcare access and economic development, urging listeners to engage with local economic development leaders to support community growth. Prioritizing quality healthcare, education, and housing is crucial for attracting and retaining businesses.
The discussion extends to sector-specific opportunities, addressing the unique health service needs of universities, school districts, and local governments. Greg talks about health insurance and athletic programs in universities, providing physical therapy and healthcare support in schools, and supporting government employees.
He underscores the importance of integrating traditional healthcare services with digital tools and technology, advising a consultative and thoughtful approach in meeting the evolving needs of employers with technological advancements.
Connect with Greg:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregmsandler/
GLNJ Group, LLC
Health System Consultant
P: 201.704.3768
[email protected]
If you'd like to learn more about Strata EMR & RCM and achieving a 99.99% reimbursement rate for your PT, OT, or SLP Clinic head over to stratapt.com and book a demo with their team!
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Living Upstream, Living in the Future, Proving the process for over a decade - Interview with Mike Eisenhart, DPT | ProActivity Founder
In this episode, we welcome back Mike Eisenhart, founder of ProActivity and a repeat guest whose insights into preventive health care remain as relevant as ever. Mike shares his journey from a traditional PT to a pioneer in population health, detailing how he transformed his career dissatisfaction into a thriving direct-to-employer practice.
He discusses the evolution of his business model, ProActivity, which shifts the focus from treatment to prevention, and highlights the financial logic behind investing in employee health.
Mike continues in an advisory role, aiming to expand their reach and impact. Tune in as Mike provides a compelling look at how proactive health care not only saves costs but also enriches lives, offering a powerful model for physical therapists seeking a fulfilling, innovative career path.
Links mentioned:
https://www.pro-activity.com
https://www.aphpt.org
If you'd like to learn more about Strata EMR & RCM and achieving a 99.99% reimbursement rate for your PT, OT, or SLP Clinic head over to stratapt.com and book a demo with their team!
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In this episode, Jerry Durham engages in a captivating conversation with Dana Strauss, an expert in healthcare transformation. Together, they explore the dynamic landscape of healthcare delivery, focusing on innovative approaches to home care, accountable care models, and the evolving role of primary care providers.
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Tune in to explore how healthcare providers are reimagining care delivery to meet the needs of patients in a rapidly changing world.
Connect with Dana Strauss
https://www.timelessautonomy.com
If you'd like to learn more about Strata EMR & RCM and achieving a 99.99% reimbursement rate for your PT, OT, or SLP Clinic head over to stratapt.com and book a demo with their team!
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