Shane Smith Has Questions Brigham Buhler One on One | Shane Smith Has Questions
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Dec 19, 2024 Brigham Buhler, a former pharmaceutical representative and advocate, sheds light on the turmoil surrounding the recent murder of a United Healthcare CEO and its reflection on public outrage toward insurance companies. The discussion navigates the systemic failures in healthcare, including profit-driven practices and denied claims, which harm patients. Buhler emphasizes the urgent need for reform, highlighting issues in the pharmaceutical industry and the opioid crisis. He also underscores the vital role of transparency in restoring trust in the healthcare system.
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A Rigged System
- The health insurance system is rigged against the patient, with profits incentivized over actual health care.
- Brigham Buhler's increasing platform allows him to address these issues and advocate for reform.
Fixing the System
- Break up pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to address the broken healthcare system.
- Allocate a fixed budget for patients to use for preventative care, chosen by them not insurance companies.
Early Career and Ethical Concerns
- Brigham Buhler started his career as a pharmaceutical rep for Eli Lilly, promoting Cialis and later mental health drugs.
- He quickly realized the ethical issues within the industry, such as off-label promotion and suppressing side effects.