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By David Thiessen March 28, 2026
Episode 2208 notes Today , Stephen Combs and Ryan Ross from BrokersBloc, and how their approach to this business is significantly different than anything I've seen out there. And if you're a broker and you're looking for a better way to do business, an innovative way to do business, this show is a must-listen! Stephen: “We're just trying to show brokers that there are alternative solutions out there, and there's a million out there, some really good, some really bad. So we have carefully vetted all of our carrier partners, looked at the paper that they're on on the reinsurance, the networks, the PBMs, and make sure that the package is a cohesive tech stack that bundles together nicely, that has a good user experience. We have built a suite of products that are, again, non-disruptive to the employee and the employers, but they can save them money on some of the low-hanging fruit things, such as the pharmacy benefit manager and some steerage as well around hospital claims…” This is Season 22 Ep 8 of America’s Healthcare Advocate. I’m Cary Hall Learn about BrokersBloc: https://brokersbloc.com/ As always, if you need help or have something to share, contact me using this form on my website and let me know what's on your mind, the issues you are dealing with, or any other health, healthcare, or health insurance questions or concerns. Visit: https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us
By David Thiessen March 21, 2026
Episode 2207 notes My guest today is a true expert on the topic: RPS Benefits by Design President and CEO, Maria Ahlers. Learn more: https://www.rpsbenefitsbydesigninc.com or call (913) 385-2224. This is Season 22 Ep. 7 of America's Healthcare Advocate. I'm Cary Hall. As always, if you need help or have something to share, contact me using this form on my website and let me know what's on your mind, the issues you are dealing with, or any other health, healthcare, or health insurance questions or concerns. Visit: https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us
March 20, 2026
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By David Thiessen March 14, 2026
Episode 2205 notes Today, we discuss all things PAIN. But, in a good way! Dr. Arden Andersen of Brand New Day Health and Brenden Lundberg, CEO of Radiant Pain Relief, explain everything PAIN and how Scrambler therapy takes the pain level down for their patients from a pain level of 7 or 8, to 4 or 5, and even to ZERO. It uses no pain medication and is non-invasive. Hear these true stories of chronic pain relief and lives changed. As Judy R says: "I had severe, life-altering hip pain for 5 years. Generally, my pain level was at an 8 or 9. I came into Brand New Day at a 7 or 8 pain level almost every day to work the Scrambler Therapy". Here is how she reached zero. How she feared the pain would return. But it didn't. This is one of many fascinating stories we will explore today and find out why so few have even heard of the Scambler. This is season 22, episode 5 of America's Healthcare Advocate. I'm Cary Hall. Learn More: https://brandnewdayhealth.com/ As always, if you need help or have something to share, contact me using this form on my website and let me know what's on your mind, the issues you are dealing with, or any other health, healthcare, or health insurance questions or concerns. Visit: https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us
By David Thiessen March 9, 2026
Episode 2203 notes Today, we discuss all things Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City with Barron Roberts, Director of Individual Markets and Small Group. The things you need to know! Topics include: -Metro Blue Innovation -Spira Care Learn More about Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City: Call 816-467-22145 or visit https://www.bluekc.com/ As always, if you need help or have something to share, contact me using this form on my website and let me know what's on your mind, the issues you are dealing with, or any other health, healthcare, or health insurance questions or concerns. Visit: https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us Keywords bcbs, bluekc, barron Roberts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
By David Thiessen February 28, 2026
Episode 2206 notes From accounting and payroll to healthcare, Luke Towey and his team consult with clients to find the perfect franchise that fits their personal needs, interests, and resources! We will learn a lot today, and if you are a franchisee or a franchisor, we will discuss ways to make them thrive. This is season 22 Ep 6 of America’s Healthcare Advocate. I’m Cary Hall. Learn more about Luke’s company: https://franchiseresourcellc.com/ As always, if you need help or have something to share, contact me using this form on my website and let me know what's on your mind, the issues you are dealing with, or any other health, healthcare, or health insurance questions or concerns. Visit: https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us
By David Thiessen February 21, 2026
Episode 2202 notes How Associations like UASA are finding GigCare offers their employees’ health benefits at a better price Today we are talking about the United Appliance Servicers Association and how GigCare is working for their members 1099/contract employees. Developed by Detego , the PSM Nebraska GigCare 1099 Worker Program is now helping associations in ways previously unavailable or cost prohibitive. Debbie Klintworth talks about how the United Appliance Servicers Association (UASA) has found GigCare to be the solution. John Kuhlmann explains the details that make the ACA/Obamacare overly expensive and difficult and why GigCare approaches health benefits in a way that is opposite of how the major carriers do it for health benefits and for drugs. Learn for about Debbie's companies: https://sloanappliance.com/ and https://www.d3sservice.com/ Connect with John Kuhlmann: https://kuhlmannfin.com/ This is season 22 Episode 2 of America’s Healthcare Advocate. I’m Cary Hall. As always, if you need help or have something to share contact me with this form on my website and let me know what's on your mind, issues you are dealing with, or other health, healthcare, and health insurance questions and concerns. Visit: https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us
By David Thiessen February 14, 2026
Episode 2204 notes What’s Wrong with Kansas? The Health of the Sunflower State. Today on America’s Healthcare Advocate and part of my Health Of Our Communities series the topic is our flagship station’s home state of Kansas and the effect of having the 2 nd highest tax rate, being ranked 45 th out of 50 states with a growth of only 1.4% and getting an “F” from CNBC and how all of this affects our lives, or health and our families. Even our states 4 th graders are below 4 th grade level proficiency. My friend Philip Sarnecki joins me, taking time off from his campaign to discuss what’s wrong and how we bring about a massive turnaround by building business, creating jobs and becoming the best place for business and for families. Philip believes the state governor is like a CEO and that business sense will trump political ambition to bring us a healthy state. What’s wrong with Kansas? Find out as we discuss bringing Kansas from worst to first! This is season 22, episode 4 or America’s Healthcare Advocate. I’m Cary Hall. Learn more about Philip: https://philipsarnecki.org/  As always, if you need help or have something to share contact me with this form on my website and let me know what's on your mind, issues you are dealing with, or other health, healthcare, and health insurance questions and concerns. Visit: https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us
By David Thiessen January 17, 2026
Episode 2201 notes Katie Radginski founded Ready Train Go in 2020 after seeing a need for a higher quality of training for situational awareness and emergency preparedness. She brings her 20 years of experience and her empathy and compassion to her classroom and now to our show.  Learn how to Save A Life and the truth about the AED you see in offices and public places... what it can do and what it won't do. This is Episode 1 of Season 22 of America's Healthcare Advocate, I'm Cary Hall. Learn about Ready Train Go, call 636-439-8761 or visit https://readytraingo.com/ And if you need help or have something to share, contact me Cary Hall, America's Healthcare Advocate at https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us And let me know what's on your mind, issues you are dealing with, or other health, healthcare, and health insurance questions and concerns.
By David Thiessen January 10, 2026
Episode 2137 notes To provide for the needs of the aged poor, Saint Jeanne Jugan walked the roads of France seeking alms. She was recognized by the begging basket she carried. She asked for money as well as food, clothing, wood, wool or whatever was needed for the Home. Jeanne thanked her benefactors by praying for them, and today’s Little Sisters happily continue this practice. My guests on today's show are Mother Mary Thomas and Sr. Agnes from Kansas City's Little Sisters of the Poor order, located on James A. Reed Rd. Today we learn of their mission and the care they provide for the elderly, with reverence and respect for the elderly regardless of religion, serving people 65 years and older, of any race or religion (or no religion), who are low-income. Serve those who can’t afford to pay for care. "Old age has many gifts that are often overlooked in today’s society. They are our ancestors, built foundation of what we have today" Join me for this extraordinary discussion with these sisteres who are making each day count for our elderly's "last place they will live" with respect and grace. This is episode 2137 of America's Healthcare Advocate, I'm Cary Hall. Learn more: Carrie Rojas Director of Development, Little Sisters of the Poor 8745 James A. Reed Rd, Kansas City, MO 64138 816.761.4744 https://littlesistersofthepoorkansascity.org/ or, outside of the Kansas City area, https://littlesistersofthepoor.org/ And if you need help or have something to share, contact me Cary Hall, America's Healthcare Advocate at https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us And let me know what's on your mind, issues you are dealing with, or other health, healthcare, and health insurance questions and concerns.
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