Open Source Health with Tripp Johnson
Open Source Health is the podcast that doesn't just talk about fixing healthcare—we're actively doing it. I'm Tripp Johnson, CEO of the Advaita Collective, and I'm here to take you behind the scenes as we build a technology-forward, stakeholder-centric healthcare company. Our mission? To bring transparency and innovation to an industry that desperately needs both.
Join us as we dive into the intersections of policy, technology, and hands-on healthcare. We offer a rare glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of creating a system that works for everyone—patients, providers, policymakers, payers, and technologists alike. We'll share our journey of building in the open and have candid conversations with our team and other like-minded change-makers who are as passionate as we are about revolutionizing healthcare.
This is Open Source Health, where we don't just diagnose the problems; we roll up our sleeves and work on the solutions. Let's get started.
Open Source Health with Tripp Johnson
From Chaos to Clarity
In this first episode of 2025, Tripp Johnson (CEO) and Marcus Shumate (Growth Director) return to the mics with reflections, lessons, and a major announcement: the launch of a Managed Services Organization (MSO) at Advaita Health.
They pull back the curtain on what it’s taken to build a behavioral health company from the ground up—financial crises, payroll scrambles, fraudulent reporting—and how that hard-earned experience is now being offered as a service to help other providers thrive.
The episode moves from personal New Year reflections to a clear-eyed look at what makes the healthcare system so administratively broken, and how Advaita’s unique infrastructure and operational mindset can be shared with others in the field. Expect candid moments, pragmatic business insights, and a deeper look at how behavioral health can be both values-driven and operationally excellent.
Whether you're a clinician, founder, or healthcare operator, this episode is a powerful listen on building something resilient, sustainable, and impactful.
Episode Breakdown
00:00 – Intro & Holiday Recap
Casual check-in on holiday travel, reflection, and starting the year intentionally.
05:32 – “No Crisis This January” – A New Chapter
Tripp shares how this is the first year without a financial or operational crisis at Advaita—and why that matters.
09:50 – Launching an MSO: What It Means & Why Now
The big reveal: Advaita is launching a Managed Services Organization. Tripp and Marcus explore what this means for the company and the industry.
14:43 – What Most Healthcare Practices Get Wrong
Tripp reflects on common operational pitfalls in healthcare and why providers often undervalue good admin infrastructure.
18:10 – The Power of Real-Time Data in Operations
Why having live financial forecasting and connected systems creates a competitive edge—and peace of mind.
22:25 – Should You Outsource or Build In-House?
An honest look at trade-offs, cost structures, and lessons learned.
27:50 – Aligning Values with Growth
Why offering MSO services is more than a business decision—it’s about helping others avoid pain and thrive.
32:15 – Growing People, Not Just Revenue
Tripp and Marcus discuss building internal career ladders and creating opportunities for team members to grow within the organization.
36:40 – Final Reflections & What’s Ahead in 2025
Closing thoughts on what excites them most about the year ahead.
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