On this week’s program, Dr. Joe Sirven explores health policy issues with Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician, Washington Post contributor and author of Lifelines: A Doctor's Journey in the Fight for Public Health. Wen’s public health insights have shaped policies on a global scale, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Then, insurance expert Raymond Meyers breaks down the differences in personal health insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid plans. He highlights recent changes in policy, common misconceptions about insurance and the effect of telemedicine on coverage and costs.