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Healthcare Forward

Explore the future of employer-sponsored healthcare.

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S1 EP1: Gamechanger or Gatekeeper? How to Spot the Best Benefits Advisor

In this episode, Roundstone Founder and President Mike Schroeder sits down with Benefits Advisor Jay Booth to explore what employers should consider when choosing a benefits broker. Tune in for expert insights and practical tips to help you make the right choice.

  • 36 Min

Listen on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube

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S1 EP2: The Per Employee Per Year (PEPY) Wake-Up Call for Employers

In this episode, Mike Schroeder sits down with Roundstone’s COO, Beth Snyder, to unpack one of the most powerful tools for measuring health plan performance: the Per Employee Per Year (PEPY) metric. Together, they explore why PEPY matters and how businesses can leverage it to achieve meaningful savings and long-term growth.

  • 24 Min

Listen on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube

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S1 EP3: Self-Funding’s Safety Net: Stop-Loss Explained

For many employers, the biggest barrier to self-funding is fear of the unknown, especially when it comes to catastrophic claims and financial risk. In this episode, Mike Schroeder sits down with Lauren Gliha, Partner Solutions Manager at Roundstone, to unpack the truth behind those fears.

  • 24 Min

Listen on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube

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S1 EP4: Beyond Sick Care: The Prescription for a Healthier, More Affordable Future

In this episode, our host, Mike Schroeder, sits down with Dr. Ted Barnett of the Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute to explore how lifestyle changes can transform health outcomes and lower costs for employers. Together, they challenge the status quo of “sick care” by highlighting the power of prevention. Discover why traditional wellness programs often fall short and how embracing true healthcare can save lives and money.

  • 43 Min

Listen on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube

About Healthcare Forward

Mike Final

Healthcare Forward, a podcast by Roundstone Insurance, explores the future of employer-sponsored healthcare. As the founder of the first self-funded group captive, Roundstone President Mike Schroeder, interviews industry experts, benefits advisors, and innovators. Listen as experts discuss trends, strategies, and real-world insights and explore healthcare benefits that drive greater transparency and outcomes.