Redirect Health In The News

As the holiday season hits full swing, a new COVID-19 Omicron variant has come knocking on the door, potentially disrupting plans for many.

One symptom is now largely associated with infections — and could be easily mistaken during the winter season.

One symptom is now largely associated with infections — and could be easily mistaken during the winter season.

The option to have a doctor’s appointment virtually, in the comfort of your home, has gone from being a foreign practice to the overwhelmingly preferred way of receiving care.

The pandemic has led many to question whether traditional health care benefit providers are offering the best options for people and businesses.

As employers review their benefit offerings for this year’s open enrollment, virtual care will be taking center stage to help employees navigate their health and wellness needs.

Janice on musician access to healthcare, and how the healthcare system can change to ensure musicians can feasibly afford/access medical care.

Have you or your children recently experienced a spate of symptoms you were sure indicated Covid-19, only to test negative? You aren’t alone, and some families are wondering if perhaps a new variant is spreading that just isn’t showing up on the tests.

The pandemic gave rise to telehealth and app-based scheduling – and new patient expectations. Long patient waits – and even waiting rooms themselves – may be things of the past, says one physician expert.

Ask for help — Be honest with yourself and the people around you. Reach out to friends, family and colleagues that you trust and have an open conversation about what you are going through. Those who love you will want to support you and will be there for you — whether you just need a fun social distraction or need someone to talk to.

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a near-overnight revolution in many parts of health care, and nowhere was this seen more than in the waiting room. Now that things have changed, what does the future hold?

David Berg, DC, president and co-founder of Redirect Health, talks about the ways that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way patients wait for care.

David Berg, DC, president and co-founder of Redirect Health, discusses why the waiting room needs reworking.

In this interview series we are talking to successful business leaders, HR leaders and mental health leaders who can share insights from their experience about how we can “Beat Burnout”. As a part of this series, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Janice Johnston.

According to two new reports, hospital admissions were about 85% of what was expected based on historic patterns at the beginning of April, and in the same month, 11% of adults reported delaying care because of Covid, including 16% of Hispanic and 13% of Black adults.

Can Public Universities Require Covid-19 Vaccines? Former Mayor and HealthTech CEO Paul Johnson Weighs in with an interview with Dr. Erin Stair…

One pre-pandemic occurrence that might stay in the past is the time you spent sitting in your doctor’s waiting room.

The Lambda variant has been detected in about 700 COVID-19 cases in the United States. Experts say Lambda is less worrisome than the Delta variant, but that people should continue to follow their area’s masking and social distancing protocols regardless of which variant is circulating.

HealthLeaders Finance Editor Jack O’Brien speaks with Darryl Baker, CFO of Redirect Health, about how employers should approach their health benefits design coming out of the pandemic…

Imagine your healthcare information is readily available to anyone who wants to buy it—employers who are considering employing you, insurance companies weighing the risk to insure you, lenders considering your ability to repay the loan and more.

Medical disruptions and even deaths caused by impaired interoperability of healthcare systems are common. In these situations, patients in crisis cannot talk about their past medical history in an emergency.

Far too often, we see medical mixups and even deaths caused by interoperability obstacles in our healthcare system. In these situations, patients in critical conditions cannot speak to their past medical history in an emergency.

I think that women bring a unique perspective to business. We look at things in a different way and to have more women founding businesses creates a richer environment, an alternative take on tackling the world’s problems. It’s important to have a collective experience — and one that is all-inclusive and more well-rounded must include women.

Vaccines are a valuable tool in fighting diseases, with the power to end pandemics, save lives and reduce suffering, and nurses have the power to educate people and increase vaccination rates.

Almost a third of women have reported heavier, more painful periods after our coronavirus jab, according to a survey. What’s going on? We asked the doctors

Dr. Janice Johnston, MD, is co-founder and Medical Director of Redirect Health. She oversees all medical operations as well as the patient experience, spearheading efforts to enhance quality care while improving administrative efficiencies.

For many businesses, offering healthcare benefits to employees is challenging at best, impossible at worst. Over the last 10 years, the cost of healthcare skyrocketed increasing twice as fast as worker wages. Historically, this left countless employers faced with the reality that providing healthcare benefits to employees was not always a viable option.

I think that women bring a unique perspective to business. We look at things in a different way and to have more women founding businesses creates a richer environment, an alternative take on tackling the world’s problems. It’s important to have a collective experience — and one that is all-inclusive and more well-rounded must include women.

For many businesses, offering healthcare benefits to employees is challenging at best, impossible at worst.

Wondering if your child should get the COVID-19 vaccine? Chief Medical Director, Dr. Janice Johnston, shares her insight with ABC15 Arizona.

The CDC announced Thursday that fully vaccinated individuals can gather without masks and can do so without physically distancing. ABC15 Health Insider Dr. Janice Johnston of Redirect Health spoke with ABC15 Mornings Friday about what the new guidance means for our communities.

The CDC recently updated guidelines about wearing a mask outdoors, but as far as indoors, the advice is to leave that mask on. But if you’re fully vaccinated, why can’t you take it off?

Concerns about a night out at the bar or even just a game night with friends? We all want to get back to that, but before you RSVP to anything, there’s something doctors say we all should know.

Redirect Health is an integrated healthcare technology company that created a new healthcare plan and end-to-end system that specifically enables small to medium sized businesses and their employees to have simple and truly affordable access to healthcare, nationwide. And, for a fraction of typical costs. The system’s strategy eliminates unnecessary activity and wasteful spending and provides continuous, 24/7/365, access to the right care at the right price.

Telehealth was already on the rise but COVID-19 fast-tracked it to the forefront of the healthcare industry. Our president and co-founder, Dr. David Berg, shared his insight into what makes telehealth a cost-effective and simple solution with AZBigMedia.

As we reflect on one year of COVID-19, our very own Dr. Janice Johnston sat down with @arizonasfamily to discuss her experience working on the frontline since the beginning of the pandemic. Learn more here!

After receiving your COVID-19 vaccine, it is completely normal to experience some side effects, like dizziness or chills. ABC15 sat down with our very own Dr. Janice Johnston to discus why your may have side effects and why it isn’t a bad thing.

A recent survey found that nearly 1 in 2 people had skipped an appointment or delayed care because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Chief Medical Officer and ABC15 Health Insider, Dr. Janice Johnston, shares the importance of staying up-to-date on routine care during the pandemic.. Learn more here

ABC15 spoke with health expert and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Janice Johnston, to answer some of your most pressing questions about the coronavirus vaccine, the process of getting vaccinated, and more!

Being able to access healthcare while on the road is crucial for industries like trucking. Redirect Health understands these needs, so whether you are 2 or 2,000 miles from home, your care is always just one call away. To learn more about what we offer, read the full Overdrive Trucking story here.

Did you know that Redirect Health offers free transportation to appointments if you are ever in a car accident? Our partnership with Veyo helps to create a better future for those impacted by personal injuries. Check out this recent study on the benefits our partnership here.

Arizona-Based Healthcare Firm Provides Canadian Snowbird Program to Offer Members Access to High-Quality Healthcare Without Unnecessary Costs While Traveling During the Winter.

Arizona health officials said they expect to get the first of more than 380,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine by Dec. 15 and will begin vaccinating health care workers and first responders shortly thereafter.

ABC15 received an inside look at one of the first Valley health clinics approved to distribute a potential coronavirus vaccine. Their application to the state getting the green light in large part because of their ultra-low freezers.

Co-Founder Dr. David Berg sat down with InBusiness Magazine to share his insight on COVID-19 and returning to work safely. Click here to read the full article.

Most Americans can’t afford health care in addition to food, transportation, and shelter, but one entrepreneur has created a way to make it accessible to everyone. Dan Sullivan and Steve Krein welcome David Berg to explain his system for providing health care to employees with no funding wasted on administration or unnecessary costs.

Although flu season is looming, COVID-19 is an unforeseen addition to be aware of this year and it’s more important than ever to take care of yourself and get a flu shot. Learn more here.

What is a ‘twindemic,’ and what does it mean for your family? Watch this clip of Medical Director Dr. Janice Johnston on ABC15 to learn more.

Health officials use assumptions about the virus to estimate patients’ progress, but they don’t account for people with lingering symptoms. Read with Medical Director Dr. Janice Johnston has to say here.

We know that wearing a mask and social distancing slows the spread of COVID-19, but what about the flu? Medical director Dr. Janice Johnston spoke with FOX10 Phoenix about how wearing a mask this flu season may help to prevent the spread of the flu virus. Learn more here!

As Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month continues, Medical Director Dr. Janice Johnston sat down with Good Morning Arizona to discuss signs and symptoms and to help bring attention to the importance of early detection!

With over 50% of Americans making only $15 an hour, the healthcare system as we know it is overpriced and overcomplicated. But does it have to be?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the first case of the novel coronavirus in the United States back in January.

Dr. Janice Johnston spoke with Fox10 this morning about the long term effects of COVID-19 in children as well as adults. She and Fox10’s Troy Hayden also discussed kids going back to school and why it might be better for schools to wait to reopen. Watch the full segment here!

For those working on the front lines of the pandemic, the possibility of catching COVID-19 is a very real fear for many. Our very own medical director and co-founder, Dr. Janice Johnston, experienced the virus firsthand in her own home. Dr. Johnston managed to contain the virus to her own home and prevent any coworkers or patients from being exposed. To learn more about her tips to keep others around you safe and healthy, watch the full ABC15 segment here.

What is the point of giving a $5,000 deductible when they make less than $20 an hour? Trisha’s guest today believes there is no point. Dr. David Berg is the Chairman and Co-founder of Redirect Health, a healthcare company that utilizes an innovative platform, allowing…

Dr. Johnston was interviewed by Blues Radio International to discuss updates on Coronavirus. Watch as she discusses the importance of masks, new scientific findings and what the future of concerts may look like.

PHOENIX — In effort to control the spread of COVID-19, Arizona Department of Health Services’ Testing Blitz continued at multiple locations around the Valley. “If we can mobilize people to come…

The Coronavirus is sweeping the world… Patients with symptoms are being advised to “call your doctor” and NOT to “go see your doctor” due to the danger of infection. That’s telemedicine… four experts discuss related issues: Paul Johnson is a former mayor of Phoenix and is President of Redirect Health, which has made extensive use of telemedicine. Dr. Doug Jenkinson is a British Family physician…

EP45 – CEO OF REDIRECT HEALTH, DAVE BERG EXPLAINS THE PROCESS OF GETTING TESTED & TREATED DURING COVID-19. How do you know if you have the Coronavirus, Influenza, or something else? With another bump in flu season coming up this next week or so, many people are going to wonder what exactly they have. David Berg explains…

Janice Johnston Comments on the Importance of Telehealth Visits on 3TV

The new coronavirus has outrun America’s power to diagnose it, complicating efforts to contain an outbreak that has led to economic turmoil and increasingly disrupted daily life.
Hospitals, state public-health labs and doctors say overall testing capacity around the U.S. is growing, but not fast enough. In recent days…

More people are turning to telemedicine so they do not have to physically go into a doctors office. Dr. Janice Johnston, Medical director of Redirect Health joining us live on the phone this…

The new coronavirus has outrun America’s power to diagnose it, complicating efforts to contain an outbreak that has led to economic turmoil and increasingly disrupted daily life. Hospitals, state public-health labs and doctors say overall testing capacity around the U.S. is…

Dr. Janice Johnston and Dr. David Berg challenge the status quo of today’s health care industry by putting people and the businesses that employ them first to efficiently deliver the best care to the most people.

Created by the couple (along with former Phoenix Mayor Paul Johnson) in 2013, with Janice as medical director and David as…

Medical Director and Co-Founder of Redirect Health, Janice Johnston, comments on the effectiveness of wearing masks to protect from the Coronavirus.

Hopefully you haven’t gotten sick yet but it seems like the flu is going around. So when you get sick you have chicken noodle soup right? You kinda have those comport foods, well not so fast because there are actually some foods…

Smashing the Plateau podcast hosted our own Dr. David Berg and discussed…

Redirect Health CEO and co-founder Paul Johnson is November’s featured speaker at Arizona State University’s Health Entrepreneurship Accelerator Lab (HEALab) LIVE @ HEAL speaker…

Redirect Health Co-founder and Chairman of the Board Dr. David Berg was chosen from a group of Arizona’s elite healthcare leaders by the Phoenix Business Journal as…

Dr. David Berg, cofounder and chairman of Redirect Health, authored an article for Inc.com on how entrepreneurs can transform their company’s health benefits into a competitive…

As part of an annual feature dedicated to innovation in healthcare, In Business Magazine tapped Redirect Health’s Mike Bechtol to shed light on one of the industry’s silver…

In light of the latest healthcare legislation, Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson discussed the state of healthcare and drivers to rising costs on the popular Bruce St. James and…

As healthcare costs continue to boom, employers nationwide are struggling to find viable solutions for offering the care that’s essential to recruiting and retaining employees. In…

Redirect Health Co-founder and Chairman of the Board Dr. David Berg has been recognized among a group of Arizona’s elite healthcare leaders by the Phoenix Business Journal. The…

Obamacare has problems, yet the American Health Care Act isn’t the solution. As passed by the House, this legislation is bad for businesses and employees because it doesn’t…

A self-funded healthcare model, especially one with a care delivery concierge to help employees navigate the system and access the right level of care, can be critical for…

Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson discusses the potential impact of the Republican healthcare bill, how pre-existing conditions factor into reform, and the keys for employers and…

Redirect Health’s Medical Director and Co-founder Dr. Janice Johnston, MD, has been named a finalist in Az Business Magazine’s 10th-annual Healthcare Leadership Awards, a highly…

Glendale Star reporter Darrell Jackson stopped by Redirect Health’s Glendale center to learn more about iEverydayCARE, the company’s new healthcare plan for individuals and…

Redirect Health Co-Founder and CEO Paul Johnson joined Bruce St. James and Pamela Hughes in-studio at KTAR News Radio to talk about solving today’s healthcare crisis…

In this commentary for Arizona Capitol Times, Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson spells out five components that must be addressed to ensure the effort is successful and supports a free market.

Landscape contractors, and many contractors in general, have specific healthcare needs that are ideally fulfilled using a self-insurance model.

The uncertainty surrounding the Affordable Care Act “Repeal and Replace” effort is among the biggest issues in healthcare today.

As part of the Cronkite News “Hooked” project, a documentary about the opioid crisis in Arizona, Cronkite invited Redirect Health cofounder and medical director, Janice Johnston, M.D., to weigh in on Gov. Doug Ducey’s letter urging that Arizona physicians receive more education on drug addiction.

Az Business recently spotlighted the critical efforts of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), the area’s premier economic development organization, as well as the factors impacting the Valley’s growth and business climate.

The saying goes that the U.S. spends $3 trillion a year in healthcare – but that saying is patently false.

With the New Year upon us, Employee Benefit News invited Paul Johnson to discuss the benefits of self-funding vs. traditional health insurance. In his commentary, he shared the opportunity for companies to transform healthcare from a costly problem to a competitive advantage.

To ring in the New Year, In Business Magazine called on the Valley’s top thinkers to weigh in on important issues facing Arizona and the nation.

On Jan. 25, Redirect Health Co-founder and Medical Director Dr. Janice Johnston will participate in a panel discussion for the American Subcontractors Association of Arizona: “Healthcare… What’s Next Next?”

Since its founding in 2013, Redirect Health has been disrupting the healthcare industry and helping entrepreneurs shift their mindsets about what’s really possible with…

The Phoenix Business Journal recently honored Redirect Health as one of the Best Places to Work in the Valley.

C-level executives nationwide are struggling to identify the right healthcare solutions for their workforces.

Innovative Treatment Helps Former NFL All-Pro Seth Joyner Get His Life Back

Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson shares the pitfalls of health insurance with national healthcare magazine, MedCity News, in an article that shines a spotlight on the issues of claims and payments. 

Companies nationwide are struggling to find affordable and high quality healthcare plans for their workforces, and Az Business is aiming to educate readers about viable solutions in the November/December issue of the magazine.

Redirect Health claimed a top spot on the Phoenix Business Journal’s annual list of “Best Places to Work” in the Phoenix metro area.

Becker’s Hospital Review, one of the nation’s premier healthcare industry publications, recently listed Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson among the nation’s “healthcare entrepreneurs to know.”

There’s a strategic opportunity for self-funded plans, even in California’s HMO Country.

Dr. Kevin Christie, sports chiropractor turned office and corporate wellness advocate and host of The Modern Desk Jockey podcast, shares his view on how “[health Insurance] is…

Redirect Health co-founders David Berg and Paul Johnson shared their expertise and predictions about the future of healthcare in the October issue of In Business Magazine:

In the latest quarterly issue of Arizona Restaurant News, Redirect Health’s Holly Mack authored an article on partial self-insurance options for restaurant owners, touching on compliance, government penalties, and the components of a successful self-insurance plan.

In a commentary for the Arizona Capitol Times, Paul Johnson gets to the heart of the problem of today’s healthcare industry: the system wasn’t created for you and me.

The Sept. 2016 issue of In Business Magazine profiles Valley Leadership graduate, Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson, and his efforts to disrupt the healthcare industry.

David Berg cuts to the chase on “opioid addiction” in Insurance Thought Leadership, where he explains that “opioids” are really just heroin derivatives.

In Businesses Can Solve the World’s Ills, Redirect Health Co-founder Paul Johnson shares his thoughts with Phoenix Business Journal readers about the revolution entrepreneurs are waging to solve the world’s biggest problems, including healthcare.

Chris Trimble, Dartmouth professor and host of The Physician Innovator, tapped Dr. David Berg on Aug. 10 for his monthly webcast.

Redirect Health is highly focused on creating a convenient, comfortable and rewarding member experience – from the compassion of the care logistics team and first-rate medical facility to even the art on the walls.

The mandates of the healthcare law have presented challenges to all kinds of businesses, but the law has hit construction companies especially hard.

Redirect Health Medical Director Dr. Janice Johnston sounds off on the flaws of today’s healthcare system – like empty promises of patient-centered care and countless wasted dollars – in a feature story with The Arizona Republic.

Using his own struggle as a business owner as the impetus to change a broken system and drastically improve access and affordability of health benefits for entrepreneurs, David…

Chris Trimble of The Physician Innovator caught up with Dr. David Berg to talk about Arrowhead Health Centers, the often hyped (but rarely followed) put-the-patient-first philosophy, and the evolution of Redirect Health, a company that is revolutionizing care delivery in America.

Dr. David Berg sits down with Redirect Health client, Mike Arce of Loud Rumor, for an in-depth interview about how mindset affects a company’s success.

Redirect Health Co-founder and CEO, Paul Johnson, chimes in on the unique challenges franchise owners face in providing healthcare for their employees.

Redirect Health is proud to announce Az Business Magazine has recognized co-founder and Medical Director Dr. Janice Johnston among the “Most Influential Women of 2016.”

KFNN’s Money Radio talked to Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson about how the company makes healthcare work for companies – not against it.

Confusion, misconceptions and waste in today’s healthcare system are causing small- and mid-sized companies to overpay for their care — when they don’t have to.

When I moved to Arizona from Canada in 1995 I was told numerous times that, as a healthcare provider, waiving deductibles in any sort of routine way was illegal.

Many small business owners think they don’t have options when it comes to their company’s healthcare plans.

Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson has a long track record as an innovator, dating back to his days as Mayor of the City of Phoenix – a gig he started at just 30 years old.

Redirect Health Co-founders David Berg and Dr. Janice Johnston are shining the spotlight on high prescription drug prices.

Want to lower your company’s healthcare costs? In this article for CEO World, Redirect Health CEO Paul Johnson explains how putting employees’ needs first can reap positive business benefits from multiple standpoints.

In this article for In Business Magazine – Healthcare and Good Business – Redirect Health Co-founder David Berg explains why many employers are overpaying when it comes to their healthcare plans, and sheds lights on how Redirect Health keeps costs low without sacrificing quality.

In an interview with Managed Healthcare Executive, Redirect Health Cofounder Paul Johnson commented on Republic Presidential Candidate Donald Trump’s seven-point healthcare plan.

Healthcare costs are bleeding companies dry nationwide, yet few business owners understand the reasons why costs are so high, and what they can do to combat them.

Healthcare Dive recently asked Redirect Health Co-founder Paul Johnson to share his healthcare outlook for 2016.

Obamacare rules and regulations have left many contractors confused and overwhelmed.

The Phoenix Business Journal recently profiled entrepreneur and Redirect Health Co-founder Dr. David Berg, explaining how the Redirect Health concept originated, Dave’s impact in the entrepreneurial and healthcare communities, and the competitive advantages employers can receive.

Exponential Wisdom is a podcast hosted by Dan Sullivan, the world’s foremost entrepreneurship expert, and Peter Diamandis, an international pioneer in the fields of innovation…

Arizona Foothills Magazine catches up with former Phoenix mayor and Redirect Health co-founder, Paul Johnson, in an article that highlights his past successes as the leader of Phoenix and his current efforts to bring affordable healthcare to entrepreneurial businesses.

Redirect Health Co-Founder Paul Johnson talks Obamacare with NewsChannel 3’s Dennis Welch, sharing a different way for businesses to provide healthcare that fully complies with the Affordable Care Act.

Dr. Janice Johnston and Paul Johnson were joined by Redirect Health client, Melissa DiGianfilippo of Serendit Consulting, to share the successes and benefits of Redirect Health’s EverydayCare™ plan on CBS 5 and NewsChannel 3 in Phoenix.

This feature in Businessing Magazine explores Redirect Health’s solution for entrepreneurial businesses that must comply with the employer mandate of the Affordable Care Act, even as health insurance premiums continue to skyrocket.

In this Money Radio segment sponsored by the Arizona Small Business Administration, Redirect Health Co-Founders Dr. David Berg and Paul Johnson explain how they are making healthcare work for small businesses.

Businesses of all sizes are impacted by the Affordable Care Act in one way or another.

Redirect Health’s innovative approach to providing healthcare plans to businesses is featured in The Arizona Republic and AZCentral.com.

September 9, 2015 – The Affordable Care Act is dramatically impacting employers, yet they can still provide the healthcare their employees need at a price they can afford.

Redirect Health Co-Founder Paul Johnson exposes controversies and waste in the current healthcare system in this editorial for the Arizona Capitol Times.