Best Flatline Fitness Podcasts (2024)

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Shotgun Blast to the Chest: A Rural Trauma Survival Story 56:00

5h ago56:00

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Prepare to be inspired by the innovations of Dr. Bill Long and Dr. John Hill, the "Cardiac Cowboys," who have revolutionized trauma care. You'll gain deep insights into their use of the portable cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) machine, a game-changer in emergency medicine that has saved countless lives. Hear the gripping tale of a 34-year-old patient …

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Getting Sober in the Spotlight (ft. Braunwyn Windham) 58:14

1h ago58:14

58:14

On this week's episode of Die Sober, Darren and Zach sit down with Braunwyn Windham. The dynamic TV personality takes us through getting sober in the public eye of the Real Housewives of Orange County and how it directed her journey to sobriety. Now a recovery and sobriety coach, Braunwyn shares how important it is to help others and be the most au…

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Ep. 93 - What the Chevron ruling means for healthcare 25:22

3d ago25:22

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and CEO Ron Howrigon discuss how the Supreme Court overturning Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. could affect healthcare down the road. There is a possiblity that it could dictate how the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services detirmine Me…

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Crushed by Construction: Hemorrhagic Shock and Pulmonary Failure 1:22:21

5d ago1:22:21

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What if the key to saving lives in critical moments lies in the blend of mechanical precision and human compassion? Join us as we uncover the extraordinary journey of Dr. Bill Long and Dr. John Hill, two trailblazers in trauma care whose partnership began in the fast-paced world of Southern California. Discover how the evolution of cardiopulmonary …

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It Went From Fun To Survival feat.Jason Wahler 48:44

5d ago48:44

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On this week's episode of Die Sober, Darren and Zach sit down with former reality tv star turned sobriety/mental health advocate Jason Wahler. The trio touch on many topics varying from what Jason has been working on in Nashville, to the difference in the landscape of the drug and acohol scene from when they were younger to now, as well as signs an…

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Ep. 92 - Let's think for a minute about Medicare for All (with Wendell Potter) 51:46

10d ago51:46

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and CEO Ron Howrigon have a conversation with universal healthcare advocate Wendell Potter. They discuss Wendell's decision to get out of the insurance business and become an advocate for affordable healthcare for all Americans. Wendell Potter was a VP level executive at C…

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Development of the Portable Cardiopulmonary Bypass Machine and Reapplication of Use for Trauma and Other Emergencies 1:01:31

12d ago1:01:31

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Join us on this enlightening episode of Flatline to Lifeline as Dr. Bill Long unpacks the complexities of fluid dynamics in medicine. We'll draw intriguing parallels between the cardiovascular system and electrical circuits, making sense of blood flow and pressure gradients. Understand how these fundamental principles are applied in surgical settin…

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The Addicted Brain is a Relief Seeking Missile ft. Lizzie Harrigan 46:19

13d ago46:19

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On this week's episode of Die Sober, Darren and Zach sit down with long-time friend and colleague Lizzie Harrigan. The founder of Bright House Counseling, Lizzie is a clinical social worker and therapist with extensive background in behaviors and addiction. Listen in as Lizzie breaks down the importance of individual care, family history, and the c…

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NEXT WEEK: Wendell Potter makes his case for Medicare for All 1:22

17d ago1:22

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Next week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and Ron Howrigon talk to former Cigna executive Wendell Potter about the feasibility of universal healthcare in the United States. --- Listen to the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies wherever you listen to podcasts and have every episode delivered to your email by…

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Ep. 91 - What it takes to make healthcare reforms (with Gus Geraci, MD) 1:00:07

24d ago1:00:07

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and CEO Ron Howrigon have a conversation with Gus Geraci, MD about the challenges of reforming healthcare. Dr. Gaspere Geraci has more than thirty-five years of clinical, process, and quality improvement experience. He has worked as a physician, recruiting physicians and w…

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"I Flatlined for FIVE MINUTES..." (feat. Zach Livingston) 1:03:16

1M ago1:03:16

1:03:16

On this week's episode of Die Sober, host Zach Livingston is in the hot seat. During this interview style podcast guided by Darren Hobbs and by producer, Erin Dugan, you get a real look inside where Zach came from, his dances with death, his realization of a life he never imagined possible. The interventionist leads with gratitude and humility, rem…

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Ep. 90 - PUSLECHECK: Insurance coverage of GLP-1s, Cyberstalking, and UnitedHealthcare's use of AI 32:49

1M ago32:49

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and CEO Ron Howrigon discuss several healthcare-related news items and how they affect patients and providers. They discuss for-profit HMO’s being banned from participating in Minnesota Medicaid products. They also discuss the economic impact and future of insurance covera…

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Your Brain On Drugs 35:31

1M ago35:31

35:31

What happens to your brain on drugs? In this week's episode of Die Sober podcast, Darren Hobbs and Zach Livingston break down the short-term and long-term effects of drug use, the adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that contribute to drug use and the best methods for fighting against the cyclical nature of addiction. Email us today at thediesober…

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Ep. 89 - Putting patients back at the center (with Lou Tharp) 59:03

2M ago59:03

59:03

This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley sit down with Lou Tharp to discuss patient-centered healthcare and patient advocacy. Lou Tharp is the co-founder and executive director of the Global Healthy Living Foundation, a non-profit organization that focuses on improving the quality of life for tho…

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Burn The Boats: The Philosophy of Sobriety (feat. Jamie Vance) 1:10:52

2M ago1:10:52

1:10:52

On this week's episode of Die Sober, Darren is joined by Jamie Vance, the CEO of Mind Body Wellness. Follow along as these two explore their "Burn the Boats" philosophy in their personal sobriety, as well as how they deliver the same intensity to clients. Email us today at thediesoberpodcast@gmail.com with all of your comments, questions and video …

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Ep. 88 - 20 years of Fulcrum Strategies 22:14

2M ago22:14

22:14

This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley take a look back at the last 20 years of Fulcrum Strategies. They discuss why Ron left his employment with the payers and began working with physicians and what has changed in the last twenty years. They also take a look at what might change in the future.…

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A New Way to Intervene ft. Amanda Marino 56:27

2M ago56:27

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This week, Darren and Zach are joined by fellow cast member on A&E’s Intervention and owner of Next Level Recovery Associates, Amanda Marino. They cover the differences they see in the level of danger (specifically the growing level of fentanyl pressed drugs and synthetics being used today) in comparison to the danger they experienced during their …

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Ep. 87 - Mr. Witty goes to Washington: Analysis on the Change Healthcare cyber attack hearings 30:11

2M ago30:11

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley break down testimony from the Congressional hearings about the Change Healthcare cyber attack. On May 1, UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty was in the hot seat as senators and representatives grilled him on the impact to patients and providers. Ron and Ma…

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The Stigma of Addiction ft. Skip Stokes 56:29

2M ago56:29

56:29

Darren and Zach are joined by Skip Stokes, Recovery Coach and founder of Ten/28 film. Follow along as they discuss Skip's latest project, the Shame on Us Documentary, which covers shame, consequences, and the stigma surrounding Substance Use Disorder and its effect on recovery. Email us today at thediesoberpodcast@gmail.com with all of your comment…

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We Recover in Community, with Patrick Custer 1:14:10

2M ago1:14:10

1:14:10

Host Darren Hobbs is joined by long time friend and colleague Patrick Custer to talk about the importance of community in early sobriety. Addiction thrives in isolation. Follow along as Darren and Patrick remember their early sobriety, and how being accepted and welcomed were game changers in their lives. Email us today at thediesoberpodcast@gmail.…

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Ep. 86 - The next big thing in multiple sclerosis treatment (with John Scagnelli, MD) 33:58

2M ago33:58

33:58

On today’s episode of the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, President and CEO Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley talk to John Scagnelli, MD, about multiple sclerosis. This disease has no known cause and no known cure, but there have been some incredible advancements in treatment over the past few decades. Dr. Scagnelli specializes in Multip…

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Preparing for Intervention 40:23

3M ago40:23

40:23

Darren and Zach walk through their Intervention process. Families affected by addiction are often afraid of the unknown. Come along with our hosts as they explain what an intervention is, and how to prepare. Email us today at thediesoberpodcast@gmail.com with all of your comments, questions and video submissions! NEW SEASON OF INTERVENTION ON A&E C…

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Pay It Forward 44:04

3M ago44:04

44:04

In this episode, Darren and Zach lead the audience through a self actualized journey. Is it possible that you or your loved one is drinking or using drugs to their detriment? Darren and Zach ask real questions to guide families with addicted loved ones towards healthy habits and navigate into sobriety. Email us today at thediesoberpodcast@gmail.com…

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The Calm Before The Storm 48:58

3M ago48:58

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Darren and Zach explain what Intervention is for families affected by substance abuse. There is a great deal of mystery around addiction and how Intervention actually works. Come join our hosts as they explain WHY Intervention is the ultimate act of love any family can offer their addicted loved one. Email us today at thediesoberpodcast@gmail.com w…

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NEXT WEEK: John Scagnelli, MD discusses treatment advances for multiple sclerosis 0:34

3M ago0:34

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Next week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, President and CEO Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley are joined by John Scagnelli, MD of Raleigh Neurology. They will be discussing multiple sclerosis, a devastating disease with no known cause and no known cure. But there is hope. Recent research has created new advancements in treatment. …

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Ep. 85 - ER docs go on strike in Detroit 28:02

3M ago28:02

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On today’s episode of the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, President and CEO Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley discuss some of the most pressing topics affecting physicians and their patients. In this episode, they discuss: • UnitedHealth Group admits they paid the ransom for the Change Healthcare cyber attack • The Justice Department set…

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Ep. 84 - Economy watch: UHC loses $1.4 billion in Q1 and California introduces $25/hr minimum healthcare wage 21:24

3M ago21:24

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew and Ron discuss the news that UnitedHealth Group posted a $1.4 billion loss in quarter 1 of 2024 following the Change Healthcare cyber attack. They talk about whether or not providers should care about news such as this. Then, they discuss a new law going into effect in California…

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Drug Bust on Broadway 50:22

3M ago50:22

50:22

Meet your host Darren Hobbs as he tells his own personal story of addiction and recovery. Darren discusses how his family and personal journey deep into addiction led him to his career and passion for helping others. At his own rock bottom, Darren came to know that no matter what, he wanted to live today to its fullest, and one day Die Sober. Email…

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Signs of Addiction 40:21

3M ago40:21

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Fifty million Americans suffer from addiction, yet many of them suffer in silence. Hosts Darren and Zach take a deep dive look into the signs and symptoms of addiction for you to explore in your own lives. Email us today at thediesoberpodcast@gmail.com with all of your comments, questions and video submissions! NEW SEASON OF INTERVENTION ON A&E COM…

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Ep. 83 - PULSECHECK: Medicare Changes, Supreme Court Appeals, and Kentucky Prior Authorizations 30:00

3M ago30:00

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Today on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley take a look at some of the latest healthcare news. First, they discuss changes to the Medicare Advantage rates published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; they explain why insurers are saying out of pocket expenses will go up for seniors. Ron …

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Ep. 82 - Artificial Intelligence in Radiology (with Matthew Stephens, MD) 33:34

4M ago33:34

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Today on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and Ron Howrigon have a conversation with Matthew Stephens, MD, a board certified radiologists at Radiology of Indiana. Dr. Stevens, Matthew, and Ron discuss the exciting topic of artificial intelligence in healthcare, particularly AI's influence in radiology. They discuss wha…

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Redefining Rock Bottom 19:15

4M ago19:15

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On this week’s episode of Die Sober, Darren and Zach want to change the public’s view of rock bottom, and when recovery can take place. “They need to hit rock bottom before they seek help”, is a false common trope amongst recovery specialists. However, Darren and Zach contend that letting someone slip to rock bottom is gambling with human life and …

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Ep. 81 - Congress acts on Medicare cuts & Aledade allegedly commits Medicare fraud 25:50

4M ago25:50

25:50

In this episode of the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley discuss Congress’ late fix to eliminate part of the cut to Medicare physician fee schedule. They also discuss a recent report about a whistleblower case that alleges major accountable care organization Aledade engaged in serious Medicare fraud. -- Fo…

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Our Jobs Don't Suck 33:03

4M ago33:03

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On this week's episode of Die Sober, join hosts Darren and Zach as they highlight the reasons they love their work helping families fight addiction and begin the healing process. Both have used their personal and family experiences as launchpads into the career of their dreams. In this episode, Darren and Zach colorfully discuss previous experience…

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The Interventionists | As Seen on A&E 30:00

4M ago30:00

30:00

Welcome to the Die Sober Podcast! In this episode you will meet your hosts Darren Hobbs and Zach Livingston, stars of A&E’s Emmy Award winning television show “Intervention.” Join Darren and Zach as they dive headfirst into addiction, recovery, and family support. WATCH THE NEW SEASON OF INTERVENTION!!! -- COMING MAY 27, 2024 ON A&E! Email us today…

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Ep. 79 - Medicare Advantage payers tell CMS they need more money 26:58

5M ago26:58

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Medicare Advantage continues to be one of the most profitable sectors of the health insurance industry, yet a lobby group backed by the nation's largest payers has claimed the federal government isn't paying them enough. Fulcrum Strategies President and CEO Ron Howirgon and Matthew Handley discuss this. Plus, Elevance-owned Anthem BlueCross BlueShi…

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Ep. 78 - Lawmakers look to remove site of service differences 21:41

5M ago21:41

21:41

This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley discuss a proposal in Washington to remove the site of service differential. Removing that change would pay doctors the same regardless if a procedure is performed at a hospital or an office. Ron and Matthew also discuss if the Medicare fee schedule is goi…

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Ep. 77 - Will a SCOTUS decision on COVID-19 misinformation affect the ability to practice medcine? 22:46

5M ago22:46

22:46

On today's episode of the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley discuss a current US Supreme Court case that is looking at COVID-19 misinformation and free speech. Namely, the justices are evaluating if misinformation is protected speech. Matthew and Ron discuss what this could mean for physicians who think th…

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Ep. 76 - In NJ only like specialty doctors can now deny your prior authorization requests 19:53

5M ago19:53

19:53

In our continuing series on prior authorization, Ron Howirgon and Matthew Handley discuss a press release from Cigna detailing all the "good" reasons big insurers like it use prior authorizations. They claim it is to save patients money but ultimately, it saves patients' lives. But a new law in New Jersey seems to fly in the face of that saying in …

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Ep. 75 - CMS goes after lengthy prior authorizations 16:10

6M ago16:10

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast, Matthew and Ron talk about a new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services rule that requires insurance companies to respond to prior authorization requests for certain products within seventy-two hours. Those products include Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Obamacare plans. Unfortunately, commercially insured pa…

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Ep. 74 - Some PA residents can appeal denied claims to the state 23:28

6M ago23:28

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcas from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew and Ron discuss the current situation with the Medicare fee schedule. Unfortunately, a cut was not removed by Congress and doctors are now being paid (on average) 3% less to see Medicare patients. Ron shares his insights into what he thinks will change in the next few weeks. Then, …

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Ep. 73 - Updates on Cigna’s failed merger and selling its Medicare Advantage 17:41

6M ago17:41

17:41

This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and Ron Howirgon discuss the failed Cigna / Humana merger and why Wall Street analysts thought it was a bad idea from the start. They also talk about the potential buyer for Cigna's Medicare Advantage business and why it doesn't really matter in the grand scheme of Medicar…

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Best of 2023 - Number 1 50:47

6M ago50:47

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Our most listened to episode of 2023: In 2023, the nation’s largest health insurers saw several lawsuits brought against them for refusing to cover care under the guise that it was not medically necessary or that physicians did not comply with prior authorizations. This happened to otolayrngologist Dan Hurley and Matthew had the opportunity to inte…

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Best of 2023 - Number 2 31:52

7M ago31:52

31:52

We are continuing the Best of 2023 series on FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies. Weight loss drugs got a lot of hype this year as more were approved by the FDA with very promising results. But, as has been noted by several lawmakers and activists, insurance companies are still refusing to cover the drugs. Ron and Matthew discussed the new d…

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Best of 2023 - Number 3 29:26

7M ago29:26

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast, we start our best of 2023 countdown with our third most popular program of the year. Ron and Matthew discussed a bill that was proposed in the Indiana state legislature that attempted to regulate how hospitals can do business in the state. That bill was later signed into law by Indiana Governor Jonathan Jennings…

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Ep. 72 - Possible Cigna / Humana Merger 21:42

7M ago21:42

21:42

This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, economist and CEO Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley discuss the recent news that health insurance giants Cigna and Humana may merge. They discuss why Cigna's stock price has failed to rebound since the news and why Ron thinks this deal will be approved by the FTC. They also discuss, briefl…

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Pulse Check on the Candidates: Nikki Haley 21:17

8M ago21:17

21:17

We are continuing our series on the FLATLINING Podcast which takes a look at the healthcare policies of the presidential candidates. One of the Republicans who has some concrete ideas is former United Nations Ambassador and former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley. Haley has proposed: Raising the Medicare and Social Security age Expanding access …

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Blunt Chest Trauma Causing a Thrombosis of a Vein Graft to the “Widow Maker” Coronary Artery 53:19

8M ago53:19

53:19

In a small Oregon coastal fishing port, a 60 y.o. male fell from a ladder on a pier trying to get into his boat. He fell 6 feet breaking his sternum, causing a cardiac arrest. The fall was witnessed by 3 men who hoisted him to the top of the pier, where EMTs awaited him. The man wasn’t breathing, had no pulses, and was unconscious. Local EMTs did c…

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Playing Hearts Without Cards: Blunt Chest Trauma With Hernia of the Heart 53:43

8M ago53:43

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Case study of a 22 y.o. male driver of car, head on collision on an interstate highway, blunt chest trauma, rupture of pericardium with herniation of heart into left pleural cavity The accident occurred not far from The Dalles, an Oregon town on the Columbia River about a 1 ½ hour drive from Portland. EMTs extricated him from the vehicle, “needled …

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Ep. 71 - AMA debates ban on corporate medicine 21:41

8M ago21:41

21:41

This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley discuss recent reporting that the American Medical Association may lobby to ban corporate medicine. Corporate medicine is the practice of entities owning physicians, such as an insurance company or a large hospital system. They also discuss the potential c…

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