The (not so) Great Unwinding of Medicaid: Actuarial Insights with Colby Schaefer

Embark on a journey through the multifaceted world of healthcare reform with us, as Colby Schaefer from Incline Actuarial Group joins the conversation. You're promised an enlightening mix of Colby's actuarial acumen as we explore the unwinding of Medicaid and its capitation rates, alongside the zest of his personal escapades, from baseball park hopping to Italian getaways. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride across the regulatory landscape, where we tackle the serious business of D-SNPs and LTSS programs, without losing the thread of storytelling that binds us all.As we navigate the episode, you'll uncover the model we've crafted with the Society of Actuaries, aimed at demystifying Medicaid's complexities. Discover the coined term 'durational triangle' and why it's a game-changer for understanding enrollment patterns and risk. We'll also dissect the ways in which Medicaid acts as a beacon for healthcare innovation, and how primary care is revolutionizing the way we think about and manage health outcomes.Concluding our session, Colby's insights, coupled with our own fervor for change, spotlight Medicaid's pivotal role in transforming healthcare. The partners of bp2 Health Ellen Brown, Justin Politi and Dave Pavlik, invite you to continue this vital discussion beyond the airwaves, and thank Colby for enriching our dialogue with his expertise and riveting life stories. Tune in to unravel the complex tapestry of healthcare, where innovation meets personal narrative, and every listener is left with a newfound perspective.