2 chapters across the catalog
Electronic Health Records and Insurance Industry Profits
The implementation of Electronic Health Records (EHR) is criticized as a nightmare for doctors. The segment argues that the insurance industry functions more like a banking system than a healthcare provider, prioritizing profit over patient care.
The transition to ICD-10 medical coding introduces thousands of highly specific and bizarre diagnostic codes. Examples include "Sucked into jet engine, subsequent encounter," "Struck by duck," and "Problems in relationship with in-laws." The hosts argue that these codes transform medical profiles into comprehensive personal dossiers that track social behavior and lifestyle rather than just physical health.
