Tell Us Where It Hurts

Money Shouldn’t Matter: Income Disparities and Healthcare Access

Episode Summary

Our latest episode of the #TellUsWhereItHurts podcast discusses income and healthcare disparities. How can Hoosiers have more access?

Episode Notes

Episode Time Stamps/Talking points:

1:59 - How does a patient's income level affect their access to healthcare?

4:33 - Are we seeing results from programs offering more healthcare access?

5:43 - What population groups are having more difficulty accessing healthcare?

8:31 - How has the pandemic shifted the way healthcare access is provided?

12:05 - What are the biggest issues when it comes to healthcare access?

14:43 - How does central Indiana compare to other states in the midwest regarding healthcare access?

16:35 - Are more people seeking healthcare resources during the pandemic?

17:45 - How is our state advocating for people who need access to healthcare?

20:53 - How can we make sure people get the same level of healthcare across the board regardless of income?

23:28 - What can individuals do to help lower-income Hoosiers gain access to healthcare? 

 

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