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Podcast: The Podcast by KevinMD
Episode: Rising health insurance costs challenge small medical practices
Description: Family physician Tony Gerk discusses the article, "Even medical practices aren't immune from the high cost of employer-provided health insurance." In this episode, Tony explains the challenges small medical practices face due to skyrocketing employer-provided health insurance costs. He details the constraints imposed by reimbursement rates, the impact of facility fees on patient care, and the difficult choices small business owners must make between profits, patient access, and employee benefits. Tony also explores potential policy solutions such as capping facility fees and increasing price transparency, offering actionable strategies for small business owners and policymakers alike. ...