Episode 25 - Kelly McDevitt, President of Integrated Benefits Institute (IBI)

In the most recent episode of the Digital Health Heavyweights Podcast, hosted by Norm Volsky, listeners are treated to a captivating conversation with Kelly McDevitt, President of Integrated Benefits Institute (IBI). With a rich background in managing Fortune 100 accounts within the healthcare industry, McDevitt shares her insightful journey and expertise. The dialogue spans the transformative landscape of digital health, exploring McDevitt's experiences at Aetna and UnitedHealthcare, while also clarifying the nuanced differences between UnitedHealthcare (UHC) and UnitedHealth Group (UHG). She sheds light on the impactful work of IBI, providing essential data and research to empower employers in making informed decisions about healthcare.The episode offers practical advice for companies contemplating self-insurance, touching on key considerations and highlighting notable vendors like Magellan and Terra Mind. McDevitt's discussion emphasizes essential takeaways, stressing the significance of impressive clinical data, personal stories, and audience-centric solutions for founders and vendors in the dynamic healthcare industry. Furthermore, the conversation delves into wellness and self-care practices, with McDevitt advocating for meditation, exercise, and maintaining a nutritious diet through meal prepping. The retirement perspective shared is framed as an opportunity for personal growth while staying connected to the industry through consulting and volunteer work. Follow, connect and subscribe:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-health-heavyweights-podcastYoutube: https://youtube.com/@DigitalHealthHeavyweightsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalhealthheavyweights/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heavyweightspodcast