The Direct Care Movement | Season 2 Episode 8
Disrupting Healthcare’s Middlemen: Sidney Haitoff on Transparent Pricing & Direct Payment Solutions
In this insightful episode of the Direct Care Movement podcast, Dr. Demetrio J. Aguila III engages in a compelling conversation with Sidney Haitoff, co-founder and CEO of Mishe. Together, they explore the inefficiencies plaguing the healthcare system and how Mishe aims to revolutionize the industry by eliminating the middlemen. Discover how Mishe’s innovative health plan operating system automates claims and collections to cut through the $1 trillion waste in healthcare. Sidney shares his journey from a medical billing background to creating a marketplace that empowers patients and providers with transparent pricing and direct transactions. Learn how the Consolidated Appropriations Act is reshaping employer responsibilities and paving the way for a healthcare revolution. This episode is a must-listen for medical professionals and anyone interested in the future of healthcare. Join us as we uncover the potential for a truly transparent and efficient healthcare ecosystem.
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Chapters
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00:00 – The Direct Care Movement podcast dives into the intricacies of direct care
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03:43 – The middlemen in our healthcare system have a financial incentive to generate profit
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06:20 – The Consolidated Appropriations Act holds employers responsible for employee health benefits
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15:20 – Mishe is helping people navigate health insurance plans and health benefits
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30:56 – You need a legal apparatus through which doctors can engage in cash type transaction