Episode 27 - Addressing the Healthcare Challenges Faced by Self-Insured Employers - with Howard Kraft from XO Health

The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast

In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Howard Kraft, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at XO Health, a health plan designed by and for self-insured employers, aiming to deliver a more unified health experience for everyone – from those who receive care, to those who deliver it, to those who pay for it.
Howard Kraft is an accomplished professional with a diverse and extensive background in health management, strategy, and innovation. Serving as the Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at XO Health Inc., he leads initiatives across clinical, product, outcomes, and market engagement for this innovative health plan designed by employers.
Howard's expertise encompasses integrated health and human capital solutions, benefits communication, and the design and implementation of comprehensive health management programs. Howard's career is marked by a commitment to optimizing business success through innovative health strategies and a deep understanding of the impact of health on organizations.
In this insightful conversation, Howard and Seth discuss the importance of addressing health disparities and inequities in healthcare. Howard emphasizes the need for a fully integrated approach that focuses on the needs of individuals and provides timely, accessible, and affordable care.
Highlighting the significance of health literacy 2.0, Howard underscores the importance of personalization, behavioral science, and gamification in empowering individuals to take control of their health.
The conversation also delves into the need for accountable care and transparent accountability for results, as well as the commitment to challenging the status quo and driving fundamental change in the healthcare industry.
In a wide-ranging conversation, Seth and Howard discuss:
☑️ The importance of personalized, simplified health information to empower individuals in navigating their health journeys.
☑️ A call to action for all individuals, practitioners, and leaders to challenge the current state of health care and work towards impactful change.
☑️ XO Health's approach to health equity focuses on diverse social and health needs, aiming to drive fundamental change and improve care for all individuals.
☑️ Building momentum with independent providers to align payment models, reduce administrative burden, and support the delivery of quality care.
☑️ And much more.
Thanks, Howard!
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