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Breaking Free from Big Insurance
December 16, 2024 · 29 min

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.