Cutting-Edge Benefits Podcast

Healthcare costs continue to rise, but Tom Quigley believes the real problem is not just the price of insurance—it is the way businesses buy it. In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to discuss the ideas behind his book How to Beat the High Cost of Healthcare and why its core message remains just as relevant today as when he first began wr...

Small businesses are entering a difficult new healthcare environment as major federal health insurance subsidies expire and premiums rise sharply for many individuals and families. In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to discuss what the post-subsidy era means for small and mid-market employers—and how business owners can respond strategi...

What if your company could save more than $1 million per year on healthcare costs while keeping the same benefits, the same network, and the same access to care for employees? In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Anthony McMahon of ClaimLinx walks listeners through a real-world case study that demonstrates exactly how one employer dramatically reduced healthcare spending without...

In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Anthony McMahon of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to tackle some of the biggest myths, misconceptions, and emotional barriers that prevent employers from making smarter healthcare decisions. Inspired by conversations with a newly onboarded sales leader who reviewed ClaimLinx’s case studies and asked, “Why wouldn’t every company do this?” Anthony d...

Recruiting and retaining great employees has become one of the biggest challenges facing small businesses today. While large corporations often attract talent with extensive benefits packages and deep resources, many small business owners assume they simply can't compete. On the latest episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast, Anthony McMahon of ClaimLinx explains why that assumption may b...

Healthcare costs continue to rise at an alarming pace, and both employers and employees are feeling the pressure. On the latest episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast, Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to discuss new survey data showing that two-thirds of large employers expect to increase employee healthcare contributions through payroll deductions by 2027. The conversation explores...

Prescription drug spending has become one of the fastest-growing healthcare expenses facing employers today. While many business owners focus on premiums, deductibles, and provider networks, few realize that how prescription drugs are processed can significantly affect both current costs and future renewals. On the latest episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast, Anthony McMahon of ClaimLinx j...

Healthcare costs continue to dominate conversations across America, and political leaders regularly propose new solutions. On the latest episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast, Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to break down a proposed healthcare reform framework associated with President Trump and examine whether these ideas would truly reduce healthcare costs for businesses and con...

Prescription drug costs continue to climb, leaving many individuals, families, and employers wondering how to afford the medications they need. In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to discuss practical strategies that can dramatically reduce prescription drug costs—and in some cases eliminate them entirely. Tom explains one of the biggest...

What happens if a new healthcare solution can save my company hundreds of thousands of dollars, but I’ve worked with the same broker for 20 years? In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Anthony McMahon of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to discuss one of the most common conversations happening with business owners today. Employers want lower healthcare costs. Employees want better benef...

Healthcare costs continue putting pressure on employers of every size. But increasingly, mid-sized businesses are exploring more aggressive strategies to control expenses. One of the fastest-growing approaches? Self-funded health insurance. In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Anthony McMahon joins Neil Haley to discuss why many employers believe self-funding creates savings oppo...

Healthcare affordability continues dominating conversations across America—and recent projections surrounding Affordable Care Act marketplace enrollment could signal another major shift. In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to discuss growing concerns around healthcare enrollment trends, affordability pressures, and the financial realitie...

Business owners hear it every year: “Your health insurance renewed. Rates went up. Benefits changed. We’ll revisit this next renewal cycle.” But what if you didn’t have to wait? In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Anthony McMahon of ClaimLinx sits down with Neil Haley to break down one of the most misunderstood areas in employee healthcare benefits: Can businesses switch health...

Artificial intelligence is transforming nearly every industry—but should it decide your health insurance coverage? In this thought-provoking episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx joins Neil Haley to tackle one of the biggest emerging questions in employee benefits: Can AI make healthcare decisions better than people? From plan selection and open enrollment to pres...

Healthcare costs aren’t just rising anymore—they’re exploding. In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Anthony McMahon of ClaimLinx steps in for Tom Quigley to reveal the staggering numbers employers are now facing for health insurance coverage. From family premiums exceeding $5,000 per month to small businesses spending tens of thousands monthly on healthcare, Anthony shares real-w...

Healthcare costs are crushing businesses across America, and many employers are scrambling for solutions. One of the hottest trends right now? ICHRAs. But according to Anthony McMahon of ClaimLinx, these “alternative” health insurance strategies may be saving employers money while quietly shifting massive financial risk onto employees. In this eye-opening episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podca...

When it comes to healthcare plans, employers are told they have options. Bronze. Silver. Gold. Platinum. But what if those choices are mostly an illusion? In this episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx breaks down why most health plans share the same networks, pricing structures, and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs)—leaving employers stuck overpaying for plans that...

Most employees believe their insurance card guarantees access to care. But in today’s healthcare system, that’s no longer true. In this eye-opening episode of The Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast, Tom Quigley of ClaimLinx breaks down the reality behind modern health insurance—where prior authorizations delay treatment, denial rates are rising, and narrow networks limit patient choice. From behind-the...

In this episode of the Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , host Neil Haley sits down with Tom Quigley to break down a bold industry narrative: 👉 Health plans are leading the fight to reduce chronic disease. Sounds promising… But Tom has a very different take. Neil opens with insights from an article tied to AHIP, representing over 200 million insured Americans . Their plan focuses on: Promoting healt...

In this powerful episode of the Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , host Neil Haley sits down with Tom Quigley to tackle a fear almost everyone has faced: 👉 What do you do when a massive hospital bill shows up—and you can’t afford it? Most people assume one thing… 👉 “I’m stuck. I have to pay it.” Tom’s answer? 👉 Absolutely not. Everything is negotiable. Hospitals rely on one thing: 👉 Fear. Fear of...

This episode tackles something most people won’t say out loud… 👉 Why does HR push back on better healthcare solutions—even when they save money and improve benefits? Tom Quigley breaks down the real reason behind resistance, how ClaimLinx handles it, and why this friction has nothing to do with math—and everything to do with mindset. Once a company joins ClaimLinx: A dedicated service team is ass...

So you’ve heard the pitch… Save money. Improve benefits. Fix healthcare. But here’s the real question: 👉 What actually happens after you sign up? In this episode, Tom Quigley breaks down the exact onboarding process , how the system works day-to-day, and why most companies overcomplicate something that should be simple. Once a company comes on board, ClaimLinx immediately: Implements the appropri...

In this episode, Tom Quigley welcomes Clint Cornell of Phoenix MD to break down one of the fastest-growing trends in healthcare: Direct Primary Care (DPC) . Think of it like this… 👉 Healthcare without the middleman 👉 No insurance billing games 👉 Transparent, affordable pricing If you’ve ever felt like healthcare costs make no sense… this episode explains exactly why—and what to do about it. Dir...

In this powerful episode of the Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Tom Quigley breaks down the real reasons businesses say “no” to better healthcare strategies—even when the math proves they could save hundreds of thousands (or millions). This episode is all about objections —not logical ones, but emotional, habitual, and often costly ones that keep companies stuck in outdated systems. If you’ve ever...

In this episode of the Cutting Edge Benefits Podcast , Tom Quigley introduces a new member of the ClaimLinx team—Caitlin Tekulve. Caitlin brings a unique background in sales and customer care, transitioning from the beauty industry into healthcare consulting with one clear mission: 👉 Help businesses save money and improve employee benefits. This episode dives into her perspective as a newer voice...