Andy Schoonover I CrowdHealth: The Healthcare System Is SCAMMING You | DSH #1769

This episode dives deep into:   * Why cash-pay doctors are on the rise * How direct medical payments lower costs * The real impact of obesity on healthcare expenses * AI’s growing role in medicine * The regulatory roadblocks holding innovation back   If you’re tired of confusing bills, surprise costs, and a system that feels rigged against you, this conversation will change how you think about healthcare forever.   🎙️ A must-listen for anyone who wants clarity, control, and a smarter way to manage medical expenses.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Government Healthcare Issues 01:48 - Health Insurance Costs 05:17 - Rising Prices in Healthcare 07:01 - Uninsured vs. Insured Debate 10:35 - American Healthcare Crisis 11:58 - AI in Medicine and Healthcare 16:42 - Direct Payments to Doctors 17:20 - US Healthcare System Overview 18:20 - Insurance Claims Process 21:37 - Childbirth Costs and Care 23:04 - Medical Bankruptcy Statistics 27:14 - Medical Industrial Complex Explained 28:55 - Current Healthcare Crisis 30:29 - Free Market Healthcare Benefits 33:19 - Impact of Obamacare 34:59 - CrowdHealth Platform Overview 37:48 - How to Sign Up for CrowdHealth 43:15 - Bitcoin and Personal Wealth 45:55 - Zuckerberg and Housing Market 48:17 - AI Bubble Discussion 49:28 - OUTRO   🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application   📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com   👤 GUEST: Andy Schoonover I CrowdHealth - https://www.instagram.com/joincrowdhealth/   💼 SPONSORS CROWDHEALTH: https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/ VIOME: https://www.viome.com/ Use code: SEAN QUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh   🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEAN Use code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!   🎧 LISTEN ON 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly   ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.   While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.   Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.   We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.   ------   Digital Social Hour works with participants in sponsored media and stays compliant with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations regarding sponsored media. #ad      #healthcaremodel #chronicconditionsmanagement #insuranceindustryinefficiencies #chronicconditionmanagement #affordablecareact Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.