Andy Schoonover I CrowdHealth: The Healthcare System Is SCAMMING You | DSH #1769
January 19, 2026
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as posted by the channelWhat if everything you’ve been told about health insurance is broken?
In this powerful episode of Digital Social Hour, Andy Schoonover, CEO and founder of CrowdHealth pulls back the curtain on America’s healthcare system and reveals why it’s failing both patients and doctors.
From insurance claim denials and runaway costs under the Affordable Care Act to the endless battles physicians face with insurance companies, Andy explains how the system became so inefficient and what he’s doing to fix it.
After personally experiencing denied medical claims, Andy built CrowdHealth, a community-driven alternative to traditional insurance that empowers people to pay providers directly, access transparent pricing, and avoid the red tape that drains wallets and energy. Today, over 17,000 members are saving thousands each year by ditching the old model.
This episode dives deep into:
* Why cash-pay doctors are on the rise
* How direct medical payments lower costs
* The real impact of obesity on healthcare expenses
* AI’s growing role in medicine
* The regulatory roadblocks holding innovation back
If you’re tired of confusing bills, surprise costs, and a system that feels rigged against you, this conversation will change how you think about healthcare forever.
🎙️ A must-listen for anyone who wants clarity, control, and a smarter way to manage medical expenses.
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