#249: Making the Healthcare System More Efficient with Ron Wince, USNA ‘88

<p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">“We are automating one of the more complex problems out there called prior authorization which, up until now, has not really been touched that much by technology… We’re in a good spot at a good time and having a measurable impact on providers that just want to get care to patients.”  -</span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ron Wince, USNA ‘88</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ron Wince is the founder and CEO of Myndshft, a prior authorization software company that reduces manual work, eliminates duplication of effort, and shortens preauthorization cycle times so healthcare providers and payers can focus on their patients. A United States Naval Academy graduate and an experienced strategic consultant, Ron’s leadership and industry expertise are helping to fuel the growth of his third startup. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode, we discuss:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">How prior authorization works in healthcare and where Myndshft comes into play</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">What it was like bringing the software to market and the initial feedback from customers</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The key drivers that have led to Myndshft’s growth</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The importance of being hyper-focused on the customer experience</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Learnings from Ron’s time in the military that he still carries with him</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Build a team of smart individuals, create an insanely good product, and lean into the customer experience: these three elements are what Ron believes has driven Myndshft’s growth. He also explains the importance of finding people that fit into your company culture and the challenges he is facing as his business starts to grow