Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast

Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast


Dr. Ravi Kavasery, Chief Medical Officer at Blue Shield of California

March 31, 2025

In this episode, Dr. Ravi Kavasery, Chief Medical Officer at Blue Shield of California, joins Jakob Emerson to discuss the company’s ambitious goal of shifting 90% of eligible healthcare spending to pay-for-value models. Dr. Kavasery shares insights on the challenges of transitioning from fee-for-service, the importance of aligning incentives, and the innovative models shaping the future of healthcare affordability and quality.