Reimagining Healthcare Through Transparency with Steve Wiggins | Broken Healthcare Podcast #25

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In this episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by Steve Wiggins, a pioneer in healthcare innovation. From his early days in caregiving to founding groundbreaking companies like Oxford Health Plans, Steve shares his remarkable journey and the lessons he’s learned along the way.Together, we dive into the realities of the U.S. healthcare system—what’s broken, what’s working, and where we go from here. Steve opens up about how personal experiences inspired his career in healthcare, the power of bundled payments, and the importance of giving patients dignity and autonomy. If you’re curious about the future of healthcare and the role of innovation, this episode is a must-listen.Key Takeaways:The Call to Care: Steve shares how his friend’s injury led him into healthcare, teaching him the value of serving others and the fulfillment that comes from caregiving.Innovating for Change: Learn about Steve’s first major venture, Accessible Space, and how it reshaped housing and care for individuals with disabilities.Healthcare’s Evolution: We discuss how HMOs and bundled payments transformed the industry—and where there’s still room for improvement.The Importance of Dignity: Steve explains why empowering patients with autonomy is key to a better system.Advice for Innovators: Steve’s tips on finding solutions in plain sight and following your curiosity to build meaningful businesses.Visit Steve Wiggins' social media pages:Website: https://www.oxbridgehealth.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-wiggins-925389a9/Learn more about Ray Kober and Broken Healthcare Podcast:Website: https://brokenhealthcarepodcast.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raykober/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RayKoberFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/raykob/#HealthcareReform #StopLossInsurance #SelfFunding #BusinessStrategy #HealthcareCosts #EmployerBenefits #RiskManagement #InsuranceSolutions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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