HMA Vital Viewpoints on Healthcare

HMA Vital Viewpoints on Healthcare


Latest Episodes

What Strategies Help Local Governments Stay Resilient Amid Health Policy Changes?
March 26, 2025

John Eller, managing principal at Health Management Associates, joins Vital Viewpoints on Healthcare to discuss the critical role of resilience in local health services. As communities navigate shifti

Can Stable Housing Unlock Better Health Outcomes?
February 26, 2025

Maddy Shea is a public health leader and passionate advocate for housing as a critical component of community health. In this episode of Vital Viewpoints on Healthcare, she shares insights on how hous

Fraud, Waste and Abuse in Healthcare: Changing mindsets or changing reimbursement?
January 22, 2025

Jennifer Bridgeforth, associate principal at Health Management Associates, dives into the complexities of fraud, waste, and abuse in healthcare, examining the blurred lines between inefficient process

How Can Technology Empower Human Connection in Healthcare?
December 18, 2024

Tom Cochran, partner at 720 Strategies, is a renowned expert in digital communication and healthcare public relations. Tom reflects on the broader impact of digital tools, acknowledging both their pot

Has Medicare’s Drug Policy Struck the Right Balance Between Access and Cost? 
November 27, 2024

Kevin Kirby, managing director at Health Management Associates, gives a closer look at the evolution of Medicares drug coverage and the policies that have transformed patient access and affordability

Why Are Family Services Critical to Improving Children’s Health?
October 23, 2024

Uma Ahluwalia, managing principal at HMA, discusses the importance of keeping families at the center of children's health and welfare services and highlights how government should provide services in

Is Enhancing Quality of Care the Future of Medicaid Innovation?
September 25, 2024

Caprice Knapp, a seasoned health economist with over 20 years of experience in Medicaid and healthcare policy, shares her journey through various roles in government, academia, and private insurance.

How Is Harm Reduction Redefining Recovery in Modern Treatment Approaches?
August 28, 2024

Erin Russell is a principal at Health Management Associates and joins our podcast to discuss the importance emphasizing harm reduction as a compassionate approach to drug policy. She shares her journe

How Can We Better Transition Healthcare Services for People Leaving Incarceration? 
July 24, 2024

Linda Follenweider, an advanced practice registered nurse and board-certified family nurse practitioner with extensive experience in correctional healthcare, discusses the critical gaps in continuity

Let’s Stop Doing Stupid Things: How Can We Scale Digital Healthcare Innovation to Ease the Burden on Patients and Providers?
June 26, 2024

Ryan Howells is a leading expert in digital health policy and interoperability from Leavitt Partners, an HMA company. Ryan has been a catalyst for change since the early days of the internet to his cu