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F127 Why Do People Go Bankrupt Due To Medical Costs In The US? (Ric Sinclair)

Two-thirds of people who file for bankruptcy in the US cite medical issues as one of the main factors to their financial downfall. Part of the reason is the healthcare costs structure that has shifted towards patients, says Ric Sinclair, the Chief Strategy and Product Officer of Waystar.

Country Profile, Healthcare PolicyTjasa ZajcApril 15, 2021medical costs, medical bills, claim denial, patient, price transparencyComment

F111 The full circle in telemedicine - adding home delivery of medications and at-home diagnostics ( Sid Viswanathan, Truepill)

There are a number of players that are trying to disrupt the pharmacy market. Companies such as GoodRx, RxSaver and now Amazon Pharmacy are starting to bring pricing transparency in the field. The Amazon Prime prescription savings benefit can save members up to 80% off generic and 40% off brand name medications when paying without insurance. Truepill is offering healthcare players a fast way to digital transformation.

Data, Entrepreneurship, Pharma, StartupsTjasa ZajcDecember 19, 2020healthcare, Healthcare Technology, customer experience, patient, online, telehealth, telemedicine Comment