Matt Ohrt

Matt Ohrt, Executive Director of the Free Market Medical Association and author of 'Save Your Company, Don't Feed the Beast,' reveals innovative strategies for cutting healthcare costs. He shares his journey transforming Merrill Steel's health plan through self-funding and direct care. Ohrt discusses how these models foster local clinic growth and improves employee retention. He explains the challenges posed by the healthcare industrial complex and offers practical strategies for employers seeking affordable healthcare alternatives.

Matt Ohrt, National Executive Director of the Free Market Medical Association and former HR leader with 25 years’ experience, shares his move from HR to healthcare reform. He discusses employer-led solutions, the rise of direct primary and specialty care, breaking healthcare’s monopoly mindset, and new market-driven plans reshaping access and costs.

Matt Ohrt, a healthcare entrepreneur and founder of Rise Up Health, is back with a mission to reshape the healthcare landscape. He candidly discusses leaving a successful startup for a Texas-focused health plan that champions transparency and independent care. Matt explores the challenges posed by monopolistic insurance practices and emphasizes the importance of personal agency in health choices. He also shares insights from his journey as a foster parent, including his inspirational children's book. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on innovative healthcare solutions!