What if ambulatory care was a direct pay model? with Jawad Arshad, MD

Dr. Arshad breaks down the benefits, challenges, and potential of a direct pay approach — offering insights into a future where patients and providers interact more freely, transparently, and affordably.

By David Saltzman | May 19, 2025 at 08:35 AM

As healthcare expenses continue to rise and insurance premiums stretch beyond affordability, more Americans are exploring alternatives. In this replay episode, we're revisiting a powerful conversation with Dr. Jawad Arshad, CEO of WoW Health Solutions, on how direct pay models could reshape ambulatory care.

Dr. Arshad breaks down the benefits, challenges, and potential of a direct pay approach — offering insights into a future where patients and providers interact more freely, transparently, and affordably.

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