Fee for Service Crisis
The U.S. healthcare system, a $3.5 trillion industry, focuses on services rendered rather than patient outcomes, leading to inefficiencies and poorer results compared to other countries. Vivian explains that the origins of this system trace back to Medicare, which incentivized hospitals and physicians to prioritize revenue-generating services. This has created a cycle of supply-driven demand, resulting in an oversupply of high-end medical facilities without corresponding improvements in patient care.In this clip
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The Fee-for-Service Monster
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