How Not to Kill Grandma: A Guide to Actual Healthcare
In this episode of Disrupted, Chief Disruption Officer Scott Middleton returns from vacation fired up—and for good reason. He’s seen what’s happening in senior care across the country, and frankly, it’s not okay. Scott shares harrowing real-world examples from facilities in Georgia and explains how the Your Health care model isn't just different—it saves lives. From transitional care visits to sleep studies, Scott unpacks how early, proactive care doesn’t just reduce hospitalizations—it preserves dignity and extends life. This is an unfiltered, passionate look at what’s broken in healthcare—and what’s working.
The Disrupted Podcast · Scott Middleton, Jamie Preston
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Show Notes
In this episode:
- Scott’s thoughts from a recent trip to Key West and Georgia
- The shocking gaps in primary care coverage in assisted living facilities
- Real examples of care breakdowns that led to avoidable hospitalizations—and even death
- The power of the Your Health model: 3 visits per week in facilities, 5 visits post-discharge
- How early, coordinated care reduces ER visits and saves millions
- Why United Healthcare is making a $122 million mistake—and how it could be avoided
- The role of respiratory therapy, PT/OT, and sleep studies in aging care
- Why primary care should be the centerpiece of healthcare funding
Key takeaway:
If it was your mom or dad, would once-a-month visits be enough?