PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy
Breaking Free from Big Insurance
Tired of skyrocketing health insurance costs with little transparency?
Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 – Intro: Who is Gentry Harris?
03:18 – What Does "Breaking Free from Insurance" Mean?
06:50 – The Basics of Self-Funded Plans
11:24 – Pros & Cons: Fully Insured vs. Self-Funded
18:01 – The Role of TPAs: Your Health Plan Quarterback
21:37 – How PBMs Slash Drug Costs
28:14 – Success Stories: Real Savings for Clinics
33:45 – The Power of Transparency and Control
40:00 – First Steps for Practice Owners
45:20 – Gentry’s Parting Shot
In this episode, Gentry Harris of The Mahoney Group breaks down how PT practice owners can reclaim control over one of their biggest expenses—health insurance. Gentry dives into:
The differences between fully insured plans and self-funded plans
How third-party administrators (TPAs) and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) can drive down costs
The pros and cons of self-funding vs. traditional plans
Real-world examples of saving thousands through innovative approaches like international drug sourcing
Why business owners hold the key to disrupting the status quo in healthcare
If you're a clinic owner frustrated with health insurance headaches, this episode is a must-listen. Discover actionable strategies to cut costs, improve employee benefits, and optimize your bottom line.