A Conversation about Surest

What is Value Based Care?

Every year, health care costs keep climbing, and for a lot of people, the system feels harder—not easier—to navigate.  We strive to make quality care easier to access and more affordable. That’s where value‑based care comes in. It’s no longer just a buzzword—it’s becoming a fundamental shift in how health care is delivered, paid for, and experienced. And today, we’re unpacking what that transformation really means.

The Value of a Primary Care Physician

In this episode, we’re exploring why having a Primary Care Provider—your PCP—may be the single most important relationship for your long-term health. Joining us is Steve Cain, CEO of UnitedHealthcare’s California health plan. We’ll talk about outcomes, access, equity, and where primary care is headed.

Understanding the Basics of Commercial Insurance

In this episode, we sit down with Steve Cain, CEO of UnitedHealthcare of California, to break down the truth about commercial insurance—how it works, who it serves, and why it matters now more than ever.

Supporting Affordable Housing in California

In this episode, we sit down with Steve Cain, CEO of UnitedHealthcare of California, to talk about the critical link between affordable housing and health. Steve shares how UnitedHealthcare is investing in communities across the state—creating stability, dignity, and hope through housing.

A Conversation about Surest

Today’s guest is Steve Cain, CEO of UnitedHealthcare of California, here to break down Surest—a healthcare plan that ditches deductibles and co-insurance for simple, transparent copays. In this episode, Steve shares how Surest empowers members with real-time cost and quality data, reduces ER visits and unnecessary surgeries, and makes navigating healthcare as easy as tapping your phone. Let’s dive in and rethink what health coverage can look like.