This episode features Natalie Davis, CEO at United States of Care. Here, she expands on what the United States of Care’s mission is, their work in solving the problems of affordability, coverage & access, lessons for emerging leaders, and more.
Summary
United States of Care: Mission and Work
The United States of Care is a non-profit organization that aims to improve the healthcare system in the country by making quality, affordable healthcare accessible to everyone. Natalie Davis, the CEO, and President of the United States of Care, believes that affordable healthcare is a basic human right, and her team is dedicated to achieving this goal.
Solving Affordability, Coverage & Access Problems
The United States of Care is addressing the issue of affordability, coverage, and access by lowering prescription costs, eliminating out-of-pocket expenses for basic healthcare services, and providing more convenient care in areas where people trust medical professionals. The organization is also working to support caregivers, enabling them to keep their loved ones at home. Natalie Davis believes that innovative solutions like virtual care or City Block can help bring equitable healthcare to all people.
Lessons for Emerging Leaders
Natalie Davis advises young leaders to follow their passion and not get discouraged if it doesn't seem to make sense in the moment. She encourages them to develop a collaborative approach to problem-solving and work with individuals from different backgrounds to find solutions. Her experience at CMS taught her to “run towards the problems” and work with both sides of the aisle, and she believes that this approach has been instrumental in driving her success at the United States of Care.
A Career in Healthcare Policy
Natalie Davis's journey to the United States of Care began with an interest in a career in museums. However, she found her passion in healthcare policy and joined CMS in 2010. Working closely with Andy Slavitt, she learned the importance of taking a collaborative approach to problem-solving and working with individuals from different backgrounds. This experience has been instrumental in driving her success at the United States of Care, where she is focused on creating equitable healthcare for all people.
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This episode aired on 09/02/2022 and can be listened here.
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