Welcome to the inaugural episode of The HEALTHCARE STARcast, where your host Subbu Ramalingam invites you to go beyond the usual healthcare metrics to uncover the heart - and the purpose - behind the people leading change in the industry. In this episode, we get to know Subbu, a seasoned leader in star ratings and risk adjustment, whose journey spans continents and roles, from fintech innovations in India to driving population health initiatives and nonprofit work in the US and abroad.
Subbu shares his personal stories of how diverse backgrounds, challenges, and values have shaped his passion for healthcare. You’ll hear about the profound impact of combining data, technology, and mission-driven leadership to improve both the business and human side of medicine. Subbu opens up about the principles that guide his work, the importance of clarity and prioritization, and why true transformation in healthcare requires collaboration across silos.
Whether you’re a healthcare operator, an executive, or just fascinated by the stories of those making a real difference, this episode sets the stage for thoughtful conversations on leadership, clarity, and the ongoing evolution of healthcare.
Timestamps:
00:00 From Finance to Healthcare Transition
04:15 Medicare Advantage Evolution & Skills
08:28 "Journey from Veterans to Tech Healthcare"
12:26 Balancing Local and Global Healthcare
17:28 Pioneering Yoga's Western Influence
19:14 "Mastering Time Management & Clarity"
22:20 Star Ratings and Population Health Management
26:09 Culture and Strategy in Health Systems
31:32 Medicare Star Ratings Timeline
32:49 CMS Risk Adjustment Audits Intensify
37:31 Streamlining Healthcare for Better Outcomes
41:34 Preparing for Audits and Budgeting
44:30 "Medicare Audits and AI Insights"
48:25 "Healthcare Star Cast Launch"
Show Website - https://healthcarestarcast.com/
Subbu Ramalingam - Show Host - Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/subburamalingam/
FloWise Leadership - https://flowiseleadership.com/
ViVega Business Services - https://www.vivega.co/
Media Partner - TopHealth - https://tophealth.care/
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